We celebrate the Feast of St. Mary of Magdala, the Apostle to the Apostles. In the Gospel Alleluia for July 22, she proclaims the words we use to open this week’s eNews. At daily Mass on her feast, we heard a Reflection from one of our parishioners, Nancy Carrales. It is thoughtful and actionable. If you didn’t get to Mass, here’s a link to the video. Nancy's reflection is just past the 30-minute mark.
In the Synod listening sessions, we heard the parish’s request to get to know the staff better. Toward that end, Fr. Chuck asked members of the parish staff to share reflections with the community over the next few weeks. Our parish administrator offers her thoughts on the Magdalene, who played a pivotal role in the early Church, and considers the role of women in the Church today. Read about our powerful parish patron in Reflections from the Parish Staff.
What gifts the anniversary of Fr. Bob Scott’s passing brought our community! Some were planned - the Mass and shared remembrances of this special shepherd. We also received a joyful surprise - a video of the 31st edition of Fr. Bob’s beloved homily, from October 2010. Watch the video to see why he’s beloved as the Good Stop priest.
Remembering Fr. Bob Scott’s joyful energy and enthusiasm with thanksgiving, we broaden the focus of that gratitude to celebrate World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on Sunday, July 24. The theme for this year's celebration, In Old Age They Will Still Bear Fruit (Ps. 92:15), emphasizes how our elders are a gift both to society and the Church. Echoing Fr. Chuck’s refrain from last week, in our seniors we are
truly blessed.
In our parish mission statement, we share our intention to strive through prayer, education, and service to bring God’s love to our time and place as we deepen our relationship with God, with one another, and with the universal Church. Here’s how we can live out our mission in the coming weeks and months.
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Join us in opportunity to create community and connection! After the 8:45 Mass this Sunday, July 24, breakfast tacos return through the efforts of our Knights of Columbus. Get the details in the Knightly News.
- Coffee, conversation, and more are served after the 8:45 and 11:30 Sunday Masses
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Simple suppers and good company to enjoy are yours and free after the 5:30 Mass
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Celebrate the good news of the impact of our Outreach programs on neighbors in need at JUSTNews.
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Sign up to roll up your sleeve to serve by participating in our parish Blood Drive. Find more information about how to give life on Sunday, July 31 from 9 to 1 in Antioch in the Ministry Center at Help Needed.
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In September and October, opportunities open to deepen our faith through Bible and Book Studies while getting to know other members of the community. Get the details and register to participate at Adult Faith Formation.
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We can accompany the Catholics of the Diocese of San Angelo as they learn about a saint we celebrated last week through an article from one of our very own. See the Speaking of Saints article at our Gallery of Saints.
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Find other opportunities to pray, learn, serve, and find community including two retreats in August at Cedarbrake at Events.
As we build connections by breaking bread, from serving
side-by-side, and as we learn together, our new buildings are steadily growing. There are new photos and progress notes at Construction Updates.
In more construction news, the City of Austin is beginning work on the Guadalupe Street Corridor this summer. A summary of what we know and links to City of Austin resources on the improvement project are below the maps and office hours at Where & When to Find Us.
In this weekend’s Gospel, those accompanying Jesus ask Him to teach them to pray. He gives them the prayer that opens with Abba, the Hebrew word for “papa” or “daddy.” It’s His invitation to pray intimately with Him and with all our sisters and brothers to our shared Papa. What a gift we have in that prayer – a gift for which we are very thankful!
We’re thankful as well for the gifts of the time, talent, and treasure you share with us! Goodness, we’re even asking you for your blood next weekend! It’s only because of your generosity that we are able to boldly build for the future
as we live out our mission of prayer, education, and service in community.
We are grateful for your every gift!
