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news and updates
noticias y actualizaciones
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Mission Statement
As beloved sons and daughters of God, we, the parish of Saint William, are called to proclaim, by word and deed, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, crucified and risen. By the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the grace of the Sacraments, we endeavor to lead all souls to heaven by fostering spiritual healing and equipping all people for the work of ministry.
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Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time | |
September 25, 2022
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Basic Teachings Series
Starts September 26, Parish Evangelization Center
Life in Christ: The Moral Life - The 5-part series highlights how the Church's moral teaching relates to the issues of today. Reserve your seat >>
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"Healing the Whole Person" Series
Starts Sept. 29, Parish Evangelization Center
The Healing the Whole Person series is an 8-week course that introduces us to the healing power of Christ, who helps us recognize unhealthy patterns that have arisen from deeper wounds or lies we have come to believe. This course begins the process of healing so as to grow in the freedom of the children of God. Saint William is one of four parishes in the country currently offering this course. Reserve your seat online by September 25 >>
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Blue Mass for First Responders
Sept. 29, 6:30 am at Saint William
Saint William invites all First Responder Professionals to a special Mass to celebrate the Feast of the Archangels: Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. This celebration is in honor of those who protect and serve our citizens and keep our communities safe. Breakfast will follow Mass. View calendar >>
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Mother-Daughter Retreat
October 1, Parish Hall, Saint William
We invite all mothers and daughters (13-16 years old) to share this special time. Take this opportunity to build a stronger bond with each other as you explore together the grace of how God created you as women and rejoice in the special gifts He has granted you. Register online by September 25 >>
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Children's Liturgy of the Word
October 2, 9:30 am Mass
Children’s Liturgy is an opportunity for young children who have not yet received their first Holy Communion to attend a liturgy that is designed for their developmental level. Children will be encouraged to grow in love and reverence for the Lord in the Eucharist, the scriptures, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. To learn more or volunteer, please email >>
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Get Involved in Ministry Life: Ministry Guide and Discernment
October 5, 19
Thinking about getting involved in ministry life? Contact the Office of Ministry Life to reserve your seat for the Ministry Guide & Discernment at Saint William from 7 pm - 8 pm. Registration at least 2 days prior to the session is required.
Learn more >>
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This Weekend in the Narthex
September 25
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Invitation to Serve, Food Donations
St. Vincent de Paul Society
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Invitation to Serve: The Saint William Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul invites you to join in the work and joy of serving Christ’s poor. For those interested in volunteering, please stop by the table in the narthex after Mass for information or call 512-255-2330.
Food Donations: Increases in demand for food and for financial assistance has put a strain on the St. Vincent de Paul’s food pantry. For those wishing to donate, items can be dropped off in the designated areas in the Narthex or in the blue barrels at the St. Vincent de Paul Office.
Suggested Items to Donate:
The items must be non-perishable and must not have been previously opened or out-of-date: Canned Fruit, Canned Tuna, Soup (canned & dried), Dried Beans, Macaroni and Cheese (especially needed), Peanut Butter, Cereal & Oatmeal (especially needed), Jelly (Plastic jars/bottles), Cooking Oil (Plastic bottles), Rice (Plastic bags, No boxes please), Laundry Detergent (small size, dry/liquid), Spaghetti/Pasta Sauce (canned or Plastic jars)
“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” - Matthew 25:40
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Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration has returned to Saint William. The Adoration Ministry invites you to learn more about Adoration. If you would like to sign up as a committed adorer or have questions, please complete the form here >>
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Verbally Guided Children's Adoration & A Quiet Family Adoration Hour, Repeat Monthly
Families are invited to a Verbally Guided Children’s Adoration, which repeats on the 2nd Wednesday of the month and A Quiet Family Adoration Hour on the 1st Friday of the month in the Sacred Heart Chapel. For additional details, please see the parish event calendar >>
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Children's Choir Registration
Rehearses Wednesdays, 5 pm - 6:15 pm
At this time, the Children’s Choir at Saint William is looking for children who have received the Sacrament of Holy Communion, are of elementary and middle school age, and love to praise God through song.
No audition is required to participate in the Children’s Choir. To register online >>
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Employment Opportunities at Saint William | |
Have you thought about joining the Saint William team? We have several opportunities, including the recently posted part-time Nursery and Childcare Coordinator. To learn more about employment, please visit the Saint William website >>
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Blessing of Pets and Vehicles | |
October 1 - A blessing of pets will take place next Saturday, October 1 at 9 am near the Stations of the Cross.
October 3 - A blessing of vehicles is scheduled on Monday, October 3, immediately following the 12:15 pm daily Mass in the Circle Drive on the side of the church.
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Catholic Charities of Central Texas (CCCTX)
This Sunday we celebrate the World Day of Migrants & Refugees. Catholic Charities of Central Texas’ Immigration Legal Services is committed to offering legal assistance to individuals and families eligible to apply for immigration benefits, including family reunification, humanitarian relief, Temporary Protected Status, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), removal defense, as well as services for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. If you or someone you know needs services, call (512) 651-6125.
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Respect Life and World Missions Month
October is Respect Life and World Missions month. Bishop Vásquez addressed both in a letter. You can find it on page 7 of this weekend’s bulletin >>
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EIM Compliance, Upcoming Workshops
EIM Policies require all clergy, religious, seminarians, employees and adult volunteers serving in any EIM compliance-required ministry to submit an EIM Application for Ministry (www.austindiocese.org/application) (one-time only) and attend an in-person EIM Workshop (www.austindiocese.org/initial-eim-training) within 60 days, and update/renew compliance at least once every three years. Online EIM Training (www.austindiocese.org/onlineeimtraining) is available for existing applicants who have previously attended a workshop and are due to update/renew their EIM compliance.
Note: For questions, please contact Tommy Sustaita at tsustaita@st-william.org.
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Retrouvaille (Austin)
September 30 - October 2
Is your marriage going down the right road—or is it a little off track? Retrouvaille offers hope for a better relationship. Retrouvaille is a peer ministry of volunteer couples that can help you learn the tools of healthy communication, build intimacy and heal, just as they have done in their own marriages. For more information about our upcoming Retrouvaille weekend, please call 1-800-470-2230 or visit our website >>
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To our contributing families and individuals, thank you for your continued support and generosity.
Upcoming Second Collections:
September 25 - My investment in the Faith of the Next Generation
October 2 - St. Vincent de Paul
October 9 - Debt Reduction
Easy Ways to Give >>
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