Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
“It is I, I who wipe out, for my own sake, your offenses; Your sins I remember no more.”
-- Isaiah 43:25
| Poem for Fr. Stephen White, MSC | |
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"Father Stephen White: A Missionary and A Friend"
Written by Ms. Mary J. Wisniewski - February 10, 2012
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Here's a poem for Father White
Born back in County Kerry
The eldest of six children
He became a missionary
A missionary, yes, indeed
of the Sacred Heart
The love of God was truly what
in life he did impart.
He was ordained in Belgium
in 1946
The order of the priesthood
the bishop would affix-
He then began a priesthood
that would take him cross the sea
in service to so many
in Papua, New Guinea.
He then was set to the u .S.
and served i n Los Angeles
Before he came to be assigned
to the great state of Texas.
Here he served in Anson, Stamford,
Brady and Big Spring
and then to San Antonio
His dedication he would bring.
Saying Masses at the hospital
praying with the sick
if anyone would need a priest
he would answer "quick".
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A chaplain for the Knights
and for the Mission Group
For the Guadalupanos,
and in the A.C.T.S. prayer loop-
He helped to say the Masses
at the parish - St. Matthew's
hearing confessions
of people in the pews.
He said Mass for the children
He travelled far and near
God bless you Father White
to us you are so dear.
Will keep up with the ministries
the missions and the care
but will always remember
your very special flair.
So please from now in heaven
Send down a bit of grace
As at the heavenly banquet
You take your well-earned place.
For living out your calling
as m issionary of the Sacred Heart
Thanks for all the love and joy
You've shared right from the start
Here, here a cheer for Father White
on him we could depend -
For all of us he was God's light
a missionary and a friend -
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PLEASE REVIEW THE UPDATED ST. MATTHEW MASS AND WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Due to water damage inside of our church, we will not reopen our church until approximately January of 2012. We apologize for the inconvenience but hope you will continue to support our parish during this trying time by continuing to attend Masses at St. Matthew.
Please review the Worship Schedule at St. Matthew Catholic Church further down on this page.
Due to water damage inside of our church, we will not reopen our church until approximately January of 2012. We apologize for the inconvenience but hope you will continue to support our parish during this trying time by continuing to attend Masses at St. Matthew.
Please review the Worship Schedule at St. Matthew Catholic Church further down on this page.
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PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR PARISH LENTEN MISSION |
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In our religious life the season of Lent can help to awaken whatever holds us back and to move us toward God's light and life. Join us by following in the church's ancient Lenten traditions of prayer, fasting, almsgiving and by making the Lenten Mission. The mission can help us find new ways to live out our destiny of being cherished and beloved sons and daughters of the Light. The Lenten Mission at St. Matthew:
We will be honored if you choose to join us. |
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WORSHIP SCHEDULE AT ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC CHURCH
Due to water damage inside of our church, we will not reopen our church until approximately January of 2012. We apologize for the inconvenience but hope you will continue to support our parish during this trying time by continuing to attend Masses at St. Matthew. Please review the following information.
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WEEKEND MASSES: |
THE FOLLOWING MASSES WILL BE HELD IN THE MCDONALD CENTER: |
| Saturday: | 5:30 PM |
| Sunday: |
7:30 AM, 9:15 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:45 PM (Spanish Liturgy) & 6:00 PM |
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THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY MASSES WILL BE HELD IN THE SCHOOL CAFETERIA: |
| Sunday: | 9:30 AM (NEW) & 11:15 AM (Children's Liturgy) |
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The 9:30 a.m. Mass begins October 23rd and will continue until we return to our church sanctuary. Overflow from the 9:15 a.m. Mass and those used to attending the 11 a.m. Mass may wish to try out the 9:30 a.m. Mass which should initially not be overly crowded. Also, the 7:30 a.m. Mass has plenty of space! |
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DAILY MASSES: |
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| Monday - Friday: | 6:00 AM, 8:15 AM, 12:05 PM & 6:00 PM |
| Saturday: | 8:15 AM |
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All Daily Masses will be held in the Parish Hall, except for Holy Days of Obligation such as: “All Saints Day” on Nov. 1st and “Immaculate Conception” on Dec. 8th – these daily Masses will be in the McDonald Center, not the Parish Hall. |
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PENANCE / ANOINTING: |
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| Penance: | Saturday 4:30 PM (Parish Administration Bldg.) |
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Anointing of the Sick: |
Second Sunday 2:00 PM (MFC) |
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PRAYER GROUPS: |
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| English: | Thursday 7:00 PM |
| Espanol: | Monday 8:00 PM |
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Novena to Miraculous Medal: |
Tuesday 7:30 PM |
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SCHOOL MASS: |
On days when there is a school Mass, usually Friday morning, there will be two simultaneous Masses held: one for parishioners in the Parish Hall at 8:15 a.m. and one in the McDonald Center only for school children and their parents and grandparents. |
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ADORATION: |
Adoration will begin after the Noon Mass this Monday, October 17th and will be located in the Parish Hall. Adoration will be held from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday thru Saturday only for the time being. |
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SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: |
For the time being the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions), will be held in the individual offices of the priests located in the Parish Administration Building. Those seeking this sacrament may enter the Administration Building from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m. At 5:15 p.m. the doors will be closed. |
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SENIOR CENTER: |
The Senior Center will be moved to Room 106 in the McDonald Center beginning Monday, October 17th. |
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WEDDINGS, QUINCEAÑERAS AND SPECIAL MASSES: |
The staff will consult those who have these scheduled ceremonies up to the end of this year regarding relocation. |
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FUNERALS: |
Funerals will be temporarily restricted to registered members of St. Matthew; they can be held in the Parish Hall or we can contact a neighboring church as well. We thank St. Francis, Holy Spirit, St. Gregory and St. Luke for offering their worship spaces for our use! |
Please CLICK HERE to download and/or print a copy of the updated worship information.
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ASH WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE The following schedule is for the Ash Wednesday Services, Wednesday, February 22. This begins our Lenten season. |
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“EUCHARISTIC LITURGY” (Mass) WITH DISTRIBUTION OF ASHES 6:00 AM: (MFC) 8:15 AM: (MFC) “(School in Attendance)” 8:15 AM: (PARISH HALL) 9:45 AM: (MFC) “(School in Attendance)” 12:05 PM: (MFC) 12:05 PM: (PARISH HALL) 6:00 PM: (MFC) 6:00 PM: (PARISH HALL) |
“LITURGY OF THE WORD” (No Mass) WITH DISTRIBUTION OF ASHES 7:00 AM: (MFC) 10:00 AM: (PARISH HALL) 11:00 AM: (PARISH HALL) 1:30 PM : (PARISH HALL) 4:00 PM: (MFC) 7:30 PM: (MFC) (BILINGUAL) 8:30 PM: (MFC) |
HOLYDAYS OF OBLIGATION
A reminder: We have five holydays in the United States:
Mary Mother of God: January 1st
Both the Immaculate Conception and Nativity of Jesus ALWAYS ARE HOLYDAYS OF OBLIGATION, regardless on what day they fall. The other three, when they are on either a Saturday or a Monday, the obligation is abrogated. Those of us who recall having six holydays which included the Ascension know that the TX bishops have moved this solemnity to the 7th Sunday of Easter. Questions, call Fr. Dennis.
SOCIAL SUNDAYS 2012
Social Sunday Schedule for 2012 is completed. Here are the hosting organizations for Social Sunday in 2012:
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January – Knights of Columbus |
July – Mission Group |
| February – Boy Scouts | August – Youth Ministry |
| March – ACTS | September – Altar Society |
| April – Guadalupanas | October – Respect Life |
| May – Catholic Daughters | November – Open |
| June – Cafe Group | There is no Social Sunday in December |
ST MATTHEW HOURS OF OPERATION
| OFFICE | HOURS | PHONE |
| PARISH ADMINISTRATION | Mon-Fri: 8am to 8pm Sat: 9am-12 Noon | 478-5000 |
| SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION | Mon-Fri: 8am to 4pm | 478-5099 |
| SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER | Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 12:30pm | 478-5024 |
| SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL | Tues-Sat: 9:00am to 12:00 Noon | 478-5020 |
| Quick Message/Information: Dial (210) 478-5098 | Please Press |
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Emergency Line for Sickness/Sickness ONLY Prayer Petition Line Mass and Confession Schedule Infant Baptism "Marriage (6 Months Marriage Preparation Required)" CYO Athletic Senior Nutrition Center RCIA/Adult Confirmation |
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Upcoming Events
| Wed Feb 22 ASH WEDNESDAY |
| Wed Feb 22 SECOND COLLECTION: CHURCH IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE |
| Fri Feb 24 @ 5:30PM - 08:00PM KOFC LENTEN FISH |
| Sun Feb 26 SECOND COLLECTION: CATHOLIC MISSIONS |
| Sun Feb 26 SOCIAL SUNDAY |
| Mon Mar 05 @ 7:00PM - LENTEN MISSION |
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