St. Cecilia Catholic Church Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston Joan of Arc Drive Houston, Texas

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1 St. Cecilia Catholic Church Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston Joan of Arc Drive Houston, Texas CLERGY Reverend Francis M. Macatangay, Pastor Reverend Michael McFall, Parochial Vicar Reverend Giovanni Nguyen, Parochial Vicar Deacon Frank Davis, III Deacon Greg Evans Deacon Sam Mancuso Deacon Don Bradley PARISH STAFF Director of Liturgy and Music Mr. Andrew Meinen, Director of Lifelong Faith Formation Ms. Karen Ann Martin, Director of Community Life and Stewardship Ms. Stasie Smith, Director of Parish Administration Ms. Daisy O Halloran, dohalloran@saintcecilia.org Day School Principal Mr. Jeff Matthews, jmatthews@saintcecilia.org PASTORAL COUNCIL Meets 2 nd Thursday of each month. Tom McQuilling, Chairperson. Members: Fr. Francis Macatangay, Ricardo Fernandez, Michelle Forrester, Graciela Garcia, Allan Klenke, Jeff Laird, Elsie Laynez, Jane Mancuso, Jennifer Petree, Gil Ramon, Jeanmarie Stevenson, and Missy Wibbelsman. Questions or comments? Please us at: pastoralcouncil@saintcecilia.org FINANCE COUNCIL Meets 4 th Thursday of each month. Members: Steve Landry, Chairperson. Members: Fr. Francis Macatangay, Billy Ambrose, Maria Bahena, Christina Carroll, Tammy Coker, Kristi Hyzak, Daisy O Halloran, Stasie Smith, and Lloyd Waguespack SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:00 a.m. (English) 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. (Spanish) 5:30 p.m. Life Teen (English) WEEKDAY MASSES Monday: 8:15 a.m. Tuesday: 8:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 8:15 a.m. Thursday: 8:15 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Spanish) Friday: 8:15 a.m. Saturday: 9:00 a.m. RECONCILIATION Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. or appointment PASTORAL OFFICE: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday 12:30-1:30 p.m. Closed for Lunch Please call the Pastoral Office for Anointing of the Sick, for Marriage Preparation, and for Baptism. *In the event of life & death emergencies after office hours (if a priest is needed), please call THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL OFFICE (for assistance to those in need) BIRTHRIGHT OFFICE: GABRIEL PROJECT OFFICE: The Sunday Bulletin deadline is each Friday at 12 p.m. (2 weeks in advance of publication date) requests to: bulletin@saintcecilia.org

2 Page 2 December 17, 2017 Third Sunday of Advent Weekly Highlight: A Message from Fr. Francis Parish Administration: Daisy O Halloran Director dohalloran@saintcecilia.org Jorge Cardenas Associate Director jcardenas@saintcecilia.org Lloyd Waguespack Accountant lwaguespack@saintcecilia.org Elaine Rossi Parish Secretary erossi@saintcecilia.org Mirta Garcia Parish Receptionist mgarcia@saintcecilia.org Life-Long Faith Formation: Karen Ann Martin Director karenann@saintcecilia.org Mayra Morales Administrative Assistant mmorales@saintcecilia.org Adult/RCIA: Kimberly Newcomb knewcomb@saintcecilia.org Pastoral Care: Frank Davis fdavis@saintcecilia.org Colleen Bryse cbryse@saintcecilia.org Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our parishioners and others who supported our Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund effort, we received contributions totaling a little over $190,000. As previously announced, we extended the deadline for requesting aid to November 30. In all, we provided financial assistance to 77 families who requested assistance. All of the funds received have now been distributed. No administrative or other processing costs were incurred. I also would like to take this opportunity to express my profound gratitude to the members of the committee who worked so hard to ensure the proper administration of the St. Cecilia Relief Fund. Please continue to keep in your prayers those adversely affected by Harvey as they continue to recover from its devastating effects. In the meantime, let us continue to prepare our hearts and minds in this Advent Season for the coming of the Lord and for the celebration of his birth. Let us reflect on the figure of John the Baptist, that odd prophet who prepares the way for the Messiah. Let us heed his call to repent, that is, the call to acquire a new mind and a new pair of eyes in order to see how God is working his way into us. Sincerely in Christ, Father Francis We love having you as part of our flock! Let s keep in touch! Get updates via & text This new tool we're using lets you choose what info you'd like to receive - via or text message - from the various ministries and groups in our church. You can unsubscribe any time. Subscribe by: Visiting our church at: flocknote.com/stceciliahouston Texting stcecilia to from your phone! Donate Online To donate online, visit Parish code: TX616 Blessed Sacrament Reposed The Blessed Sacrament will be reposed on Thursday, December 14, before the 8:15 am Mass. Exposition will resume on Tuesday, January 2, following the 8:15 am Mass. El Santísimo Sacramento será puesto en reposo el jueves 14 de diciembre, antes de la misa de las 8:15 am, y será expuesto nuevamente el martes 2 de enero, después de la misa de 8:15 am.

3 Third Sunday of Advent December 17, 2017 Page 3 Mass Intentions and Readings for the Week Monday, December 18th Jer 23:5-8 Mt 1: :15 a.m. The Angie Family Tuesday, December 19th Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25A Lk 1:5-25 8:15 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Jim & Mildred Wanja Robert Kerwin Wednesday, December 20th Is 7:10-14 Lk 1: :15 a.m. Effie Piwetz Thursday, December 21st Friday, December 22nd Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18A Lk 1: Sm 1: : :15 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Alicia Woodhams Eldidio Gomez 8:15 a.m. Irma Stiegler Liturgy and Music: Andrew Meinen Director ameinen@saintcecilia.org Saturday, December 23rd Mal 3:1-4, Lk 1: :00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Marie Noelle Faye Mary Ann Sperandio Tracy Oliver toliver@saintcecilia.org Sunday, December 24th 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8B-12, 14A, 16 Rom 16:25-27 Lk 1: :30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. William Bauer Julie S Mueller Florence & Alfred Kenjura, Sr All Parish Family Mary Rose Estrada George Conner and Family Valerie Roger This year, Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday. Because the Masses for Christmas begin in the afternoon on that day, and to ensure you are able to fulfill your obligation to attend Mass for the 4th Sunday of Advent, a Mass in Spanish will be celebrated on Saturday, December 23, at 7:00 pm. There will not be a 1:00 pm or 3:00 pm Spanish Mass for the 4th Sunday of Advent on December 24. Mass in Spanish for Christmas will be at 9:00 pm on Christmas Eve, Sunday, December 24. Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 23/24 **Abbreviated Mass Schedule** Saturday, December 23 (Vigil) 5:00 pm (English) 7:00 pm (Español) Sunday, December 24 7:30 am & 9:00 am (English) Christmas Mass Schedule Christmas Eve Sunday, December 24 4:00 pm Children s Mass (Christmas Carols begin at 3:15 pm) 4:00 pm Overflow Masses in Auditorium and Community Center (Overflow Masses will not use incense) 6:30 pm Mass with St. Cecilia Life Teen Band 9:00 pm Misa en Español 11:30 pm Christmas Caroling with St. Cecilia Choir & orchestra Christmas Day Monday, December 25 12:00 am Midnight Mass with St. Cecilia Choir & Orchestra 9:00 am & 11:00 am Christmas Morning Masses with Cantor, organ & trumpets **Due to limited parking on the Church grounds and the neighboring streets, a shuttle service from Bunker Hill Elementary School (11950 Taylorcrest) will be available on Christmas Eve from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm.**

4 Page 4 December 17, 2017 Third Sunday of Advent Stewardship Community Life and Stewardship: Stasie Smith Director ssmith@saintcecilia.org Tonia Candelario tcandelario@saintcecilia.org Yesenia Andablo yandablo@saintcecilia.org Maribel Mendoza mmendoza@saintcecilia.org Second Collections: January 7th: St. Vincent de Paul Collection Collections for December 10, 2017 Collections for December 3, :00 p.m. Saturday $3, :00 p.m. Saturday $5, :30 a.m. Sunday $2, :30 a.m. Sunday $5, :00 a.m. Sunday $3, :00 a.m. Sunday $4, :00 a.m. Sunday $6, :00 a.m. Sunday $6, :00 p.m. Sunday $2, :00 p.m. Sunday $5, :00 p.m. Sunday $ :00 p.m. Sunday $1, :30 p.m. Sunday $4, :30 p.m. Sunday $2, Mail and Drop-offs $10, Mail and Drop-offs $8, Faith Direct $65, Faith Direct - Large Donations/Stock $10, Large Donations/Stock $7, Candle Monies $ Candle Monies $ Feast of the Immaculate Conception Week Total $1, $112, Week Total $56, January 28th: Bishop's Fund for Latin America Children s Collection Retirement Fund for Religious (Sisters) $ $9, Children s Collection $ Parish Office Closed The Parish Office will be CLOSED from Friday, December 22Nd at noon through TUESDAY, December 26th Calendar at a Glance Event Date Time Place Welcoming Sunday 12/17 After 9 & 11 am Masses Community Center - Room Centering Prayer 12/20 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Community Center Room # A Christmas Rosary 12/27 6 p.m. Church 8 Bereavement Meeting 1/03 10:00 a.m. Community Center - Room Life Teen 1/07 7:00 p.m. Youth Room 6 KIDs Club Classes 1/07 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. St. Cecilia Catholic School 5 Parish Hurricane Relief Ongoing Efforts 1/08 7:00 p.m. Community Center 7 Prime Timers' Luncheon 1/18 12:00 p.m. Community Center 7 Youth Volunteer Appreciation Party 1/19 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Community Center 6 Pastoral Council Discerning New Members 1/27 9:00 a.m. RSVP 9 Volunteer Appreciation Dinner 1/27 6:00 p.m. Community Center 8 St. Cecilia Valentine s Wine Dinner 2/10 Details to come Community Center 9 Speaker: Dr. Matthias Henze 2/26 Details to come Community Center 9

5 Third Sunday of Advent December 17, 2017 Page 5 Children s Faith Formation programs and events are for children in pre-k 4 through grade 5. For more information please contact Rosemary Munoz at (direct line), rmunoz@saintcecilia.org or Cecilia Morillo at cmorillo@saintcecilia.org. Religious Education for Children Faith Formation (CCE) for children with special needs: This is the third year we are offering this class. Contact us if you or someone you know can benefit from this program. KIDs Club Schedule: January 7th, and 21st - Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. classes January 10th, 17th and 24th - Wednesday 6:15 p.m. classes KIDs Club Registration: Registration forms for KIDs Club are available in the parish office or on the parish website. Simply vist: KIDs Club Volunteers needed: Volunteers are needed for the special needs class. No Experience is necessary just a desire to share your faith with the children of our parish. All volunteers for children s programs are required to attend a VIRTUS workshop and background check. Please visit to register. Children s Liturgy of the Word: The next Children s Liturgy of the Word will be December 17th during the 9:00 a.m. Mass. We invite and welcome children ages kindergarten through grade 4 to hear the Word of God from the Children s Lectionary. For this to be offered every Sunday, more leaders are needed. RCIA (adapted for children and youth) The RCIA process for children is in need for an added team member to assist with the parent/child sessions and other planned celebrations. Family Life: Alicia Quintanilla aquintanilla@saintcecilia.org Children: Rosemary Munoz rmunoz@saintcecilia.org Cecilia Morillo cmorillo@saintcecilia.org Parish Nursery: Martina Razo mrazo@saintcecilia.org Baptisms We welcome, through the Sacrament of Baptism, the following children into the Church and our parish family: Armando Ezekiel Merino, son of Sandy and Carlos Armando Merino, Jr. Bennett Matthew Day, son of Kelly Anne and Alan Matthew Day Ethan Chyle McManon-Briagas, son of Iveth Cristal and Chyle Ryan McManon Eva Lynn Emami, daughter of Kimberly Pérez Joshua Robert Pigneri, son of Kathryn Emily and Nicholas David Pigneri Miles Purser Millik, son of Meredith Lee and Matthew Miles Millik Reese Emilia Nguyen, daughter of Cindy and Johnny Nguyen Riley Vega Nguyen, daughter of Cindy and Johnny Nguyen Ryan George Cardella, son of Julie Elaine and Joseph Petix Cardella, V Virginia Marie Fredericks, daughter of Jillian Marie and Brian Kenney Fredericks May God continue to pour out His blessings on the members of these families, that they may continue to grow in faith and love throughout the years. My good deed was... Children s Collection I helped my dad with laundry. I gave lots of kisses and hugs. I gave my dad some of my bacon. I helped my family with the Christmas tree. I took care of my sister and made her laugh. I let my mom borrow the $20 that my friend gave me.

6 Page 6 December 17, 2017 Third Sunday of Advent Youth Ministry (High School) There is NO Life Teen this Sunday, December 17th Life Teen will return Sunday, January 7th for our Life Teen Family night. The Life Teen Family night will be in the church and parents are welcome to attend! Youth Ministry: David Thies (High School) dthies@saintcecilia.org All confirmed juniors and seniors are invited to this awesome weekend in Surfside Beach, TX. This leadership retreat will be going deep! Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, confession, worship, and lots of fun all while experiencing the beauty of God's creation! We will be staying at the Big Kahuna, which is right on the water. The cost of the retreat is $100 and includes meals and transportation. Registration forms can be found in the youth room! Communal Prayer before the Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel During the exposition, there should be prayers, songs, and readings to direct the attention of the faithful worship of Christ the Lord. Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharist Outside Mass, 95 1st Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Movimiento Familiar Cristiano 2nd Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Virgen de Guadalupe Peregrina 3rd Friday of each month 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Noche Bíblica 3rd Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Maranathá Young Adult Group 4th Saturday of each month 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Matachines Save the Date: Youth Volunteer Appreciation Party

7 Third Sunday of Advent December 17, 2017 Page 7 Adult First Communion & Confirmation Did you miss your First Communion? Are you Catholic but not Confirmed? If you are an adult who has not received their First Communion and/or Confirmation, please contact Kimberly Newcomb at knewcomb@ saintcecilia.org for information on classes that will begin in January. Te falta tu primera comunión? Eres católico pero no confirmado? Si usted es un adulto que no ha recibido su Primera Comunión y / o Confirmación, comuníquese con Mayra Morales, mmorales@saintcecilia.org; para obtener información sobre las clases que comenzarán en enero. Welcoming Sunday If you are interested in making St. Cecilia your parish home, we welcome you and invite you to stop by Room 204 of the Community Center after the 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Masses on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Welcoming Sunday is today, Sunday, December 17. Meet Fr. Francis, members of the Pastoral Staff, Pastoral Council and some of the ministry groups to learn more about our wonderful parish. Registration forms and stewardship materials will be available. Parish Hurricane Relief Ongoing Efforts Monday, January 8th at 7 p.m. Community Center Where are you and your family now, post-harvey; emotionally, spiritually, physically, socially and intellectually? Deborah Krummel, LPC & Dr. Richard Krummel, of Krummel & Associates, P.C. are presenting a talk on processing stress as families and couples. We will also discuss the possible need for more emotional support by our families. Those who were impacted by the flood are invited on Monday, January 8th at 7 p.m. in the Community Center. Babysitting will be provided, please RSVP to mrazo@saintcecilia.org Bereavement Saturday, January 13th Community Center - Room 201 Have you lost a spouse, a child, or a loved one, and feel like you are walking through the wilderness of grief? Our purpose is to offer spiritual and emotional support to each other and to others in our community with the healing comfort of God to all who mourn a loss through death. You are invited to join the St. Cecilia Bereavement Group. We meet the second Saturday of each month. Please join us at our next meeting. Prime Timers' Luncheon January 18, 2018 Community Center Prime Timers January luncheon will be on Thursday, January 18th. Come play bridge, dominoes, and card games. Lunch is $5.00 and will be served at noon. If you have a question concerning the luncheon call Colleen Bryse at and questions concerning bridge, dominoes and card games please Linda at ljkearney64@gmail.com. Mark your calendar for next year! February 15, Bingo March 15, Entertainment April 19, 2018 May 17, Bingo June 21, 2018

8 Page 8 December 17, 2017 Third Sunday of Advent Save the Date: Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Saturday, January 27 at 6:15 pm We want to thank you! St. Cecilia Staff invites you to join us for 5 p.m. Mass and dinner celebrating all of our dedicated 2017 parish adult volunteers. Tickets are only for 2017 volunteers. They are first come, first honored and are limited to 300 parish volunteers. Tickets will be signed out. Pick up your tickets in the Parish Office December 18th to January 18th. Babysitting is available, but limited please RSVP: mmartina@saintcecilia.org A Christmas Rosary Diocesan Services Fund Wednesday, December 27 at 6 p.m. Join us as we continue our celebration for the Christmas Octave with a special Christmas Rosary of the Joyful Mysteries. Led by soloist and cantor Kathy Walsh Manley and our organist, Stephen Schad.

9 Third Sunday of Advent December 17, 2017 Page 9 Pastoral Council You ve probably heard of the Pastoral Council, but you may not know our role or purpose. Our job is to offer counsel to Fr. Francis on Pastoral matters, particularly regarding the spiritual growth of the members of our parish. Pastoral Council is advisory only; we do not vote or have any power to make decisions. Our members are the eyes and ears of our fellow parishioners. Our guide is the Pastoral Plan, which was completed in June of It is a 5-year plan that is in various stages of being implemented by our dedicated and caring Pastoral Staff. Here at St. Cecilia, the Pastoral Council is comprised of 12 members, each serving a 3-year term. Four members are discerned each year to serve, and four members roll off, or complete their term. New Pastoral Council members are determined through the process of discernment. Discernment consists of prayer and reflection and the opportunity to offer a response to a series of questions related to the church, St. Cecilia, etc. We will be discerning new members on Saturday, January 27th, 2018 beginning at 9 a.m. The names of our members and our address are always listed on the front of the bulletin. It is a privilege to serve St. Cecilia and represent you, our parishioners. If you have any questions about Pastoral Council, or discernment, please contact us at pastoralcouncil@saintcecilia.org. Monday, February 26th Community Center Speaker: Dr. Matthias Henze Save the Date: Dr. Matthias Henze Dr. Matthias Henze was born and raised in Hanover, Germany. In 1992 he earned a Master of Divinity in Protestant Theology from the University of Heidelberg, Germany, and moved to the United States to pursue a Ph.D. in Harvard s Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations. Dr. Henze focuses on those early texts that never became part of the Jewish Bible - often subsumed under the labels Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha - and what we can learn when these texts are read side by side with the canonical writings. St. Cecilia Valentine s Wine Dinner

10 Page 10 December 17, 2017 Third Sunday of Advent Lost & Found Dear parishioners, Jorge Cardenas As we are nearing the end of 2017, it s time to clean out our closets of things old so we can usher in the new. Our LOST & FOUND CLOSET has many items that need to be claimed by their rightful owners. These items will remain in the Parish Office only until Dec. 31, 2017 after which they will be donated to Memorial Assistance Ministries (MAM), an organization that helps families in financial crisis. If you have lost something on campus, please call the office at and provide a description of the item you are missing. The Gathering Place Lorrie Dawlearn Tom Breaux ext. 210 The Gathering Place is a stimulating, loving and fun environment where volunteers offer interactive and affirming activities designed for members of the congregation and community who suffer with memory loss. The program is free. The Gathering Place is a partnership between St. Cecilia and Interfaith CarePartners and is one of 58 participating congregations that offer 3 1/2 hours of respite from the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia while they enjoy games, crafts, entertainment lunch and other fun activities. Caregivers may choose to use this opportunity for respite, or may opt to participate along with their care partner. To volunteer, call Lorrie Dawlearn at To register a loved one to attend this free program, please contact Tom Breaux at ext Please Pray for the Sick and the Departed Please pray for all of those who are ill, including: Joe Atalig Violet Yee Irene Evans Pat Flanagan Jules Faye Jose Marin Glen Butler Carlos Sera James Baker Rolly Santiago Butch Kamer Richard Cruz Donna Sloan Barbara Flake Theresa Jamail Lilly Nguyen Sara Harvey Lillian Renaud Amelyn Agoncillo Erika Wimberly Elyas Fejarang Michael Barnhouse Mary Rose Estrada Jennifer Schneider Piccoletti Morillo Please contact Deacon Frank Davis at fdavis@saintcecilia.org or Colleen Bryse at cbryse@saintcecilia. org if you or a family member are ill or in the hospital. Please pray for the souls of the faithful departed. Maria Arrowood, grandmother of Richard Kent May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Please note: Names of those who are sick will appear in the Sunday bulletin for two months. At the end of this two month period, names will be inscribed in our Prayer Book, located in the Chapel of Reservation, where we continue to pray for all of the sick. Obituaries of those who have died may be found at: