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1 Living Our Timeless Catholic Faith in a Contemporary World Aldine-Westfield Rd., Spring, TX Office * Fax Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston Scan the image to go to our website.

2 ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH SPRING, TEXAS PARISH OFFICE HOURS MONDAY-THURSDAY: 9:00 A.M.- 5:00 P.M. FRIDAY: 9:00 A.M.- 1:00 P.M. SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. (Misa en español) WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE Tuesday-Friday 8:00 a.m. RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS) Wednesday: 6:30-7:15 p.m. Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Monday: 7:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. First Friday of each month: 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Second Friday of each month (en Español) 7:00pm -9:00pm CLERGY Rev. Charles J. Samperi, Pastor Ext. 117 Deacon Ray Oden, Administrator Ext. 111 Deacon Alfonso Chicas Ext. 113 Deacon Paul Pinon Ext. 119 Deacon Art Zepeda, Retired Ext. 118 STAFF Therese Thomason Ext. 123 Director of Music Chela Mescia, Secretary Ext. 125 Cathy Uvalle, Secretary Ext. 120 BULLETIN REQUESTS can be sent to: TWO WEEKS prior to publication. Please keep this in mind when you have an announcement to submit for posting. PARISH INFORMATION NEWCOMERS: A warm welcome to you. We hope that you find a home with us here at St. James. If you would like to become a registered member of our parish family, please pick up a registra on form locate on either side of the doors. If you wish, you may stop the parish office or please visit our website at STJTA.org We will be happy to assist you in any way. INFANT BAPTISM: We are excited about you having your baby bap- zed here at St. James. For informa on concerning Bap sm, please contact the parish office or please visit our website at STJTA.org ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The church is here for you in mes of sickness. If you wish to receive the Anoin ng of the Sick, please contact the parish office or see the priest or one of the deacons before or a er mass. He will be glad to assist you. MARRIAGE: Congratula ons on your upcoming marriage! The church wishes to assist you in preparing for this important sacrament. Couples should contact the parish office at least six (6) months prior to the wedding date so that we can adequately prepare you to receive this sacrament or please visit our website at STJTA.org RCIA: The church welcomes you as a son or daughter. We hope that you find a home with us here at St. James. If you are interested in becoming Catholic and learning about our faith, please speak to the priest or one of our deacons. You may also wish to visit our website at STJTA.org It is our pleasure and privilege to assist you on your journey of faith. MINISTRIES/ORGANIZATIONS: Altar Society: (Theresa Avila).tavila@stjta.com Boy Scouts Troop #355, Cub Scouts, American Heritage Girls: (Paul Hall)..ezproducts@sbcglobal.net Catholic Daughters of the Americas: (Cindy Giacona) cgiacona@sbcglobal.net Counseling (onsite by Rejoice Counseling Apostolate):. (844) myparishcounseling.com/stjta Couples for Christ/FFL: (Norma Lopez)..lopez8424@sbcglobal.net El Shaddai DWXI Prayer Group: (Joyce Ramos).jpsalm91@yahoo.com Family Fun Night: (Eric Wilbourn)...stjamesffn@gmail.com Grupo de Oración: (Trini Villafaña)..mariaa20.99@gmail.com Knights of Columbus #6557: (Arnoldo Rodriguez).arodriguez7566@sbcglobal.net Parish Council: (Pam Schultz) Pam.Schultz@anadarko.com Spring Timers: (Pauline Boucher)...rpboucher@outlook.com Adrian Steffes, Barbara LeFrere, Larry Zimmermann, Sr. Cecilia Rodriguez SSCJ, Tony Rodriguez, Raquel Ragan, Stenislone Czoplicki, Jerry Smith, Vicki Barnes, Mel Palmer, Zoey Lewis, Ernesto Betante, Miguel Lopez Lo, J Don Bollom, Chris an Ramos, Terry Dvorak, Hannah Henry, Karen Langer-Dalzell, Ulises Perez, Irasema Alvarez, Angela Rogers, San ago Lopez, Ramon Lopez, Catherine Stamper, Roberta Subia, Karlee Karn, Benilde Salazar, Abel Salazar, Billy Duos, Viviana Jaramillo, Luis Pastor, Michael Jaramillo, Paloma Jimenes, Elizabeth Fre y, Sherry Moore, Marilyn Zedlitz-Perry & Family, Maria (Bibi) Medrano, Bill Walton, Eleanor Lyke, Cheryl Duos, Clo lde Gu errez, Victoria Hernandez, Mary Lee Thompson, Kassi Fre y, Terry Dvorak, Teresa Holstein. PRAY FOR THOSE IN THE MILITARY AND THOSE WE HOLD IN OUR HEARTS If you or a member of your family experiences illness or injury call the parish of ice at and we will add that name to the prayer list in the Bulletin. We will pray every day for those on the prayer list.

3 SUNDAY, JANUARY 7 THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD IS 60:1-6; PS 72:1-2, 7-8,10-13; EPH 3:2-3A, 5-6; MT 2:1-12 7:30 a.m. Mass - All Souls in Purgatory 9:00 a.m. Mass - Pro Populo 11:00 a.m. Mass - Sco McGinnis + 1:00 p.m. Misa - Nancy Ann Ramos + MONDAY, JANUARY 8 The Baptism of the Lord IS 42:1-4, 6-7; PS 29:1-4, 9-10; MK 1:7-11 The St. James grief support group meets the second Thursday of the month. Our next meeting is January 11, 2018 from 1:00-2:00. Do not grieve alone. Come find support. For more information contact Diane Nuar LPC at diane@rejoicecounseling.com. 10:30 a.m. Apologe c s (Disciple Room) 7:00 p.m. Adora on 7:00 p.m. AFF Event Hearts Afire: Wisdom & Works of Mercy TUESDAY, JANUARY 9 1SM 1:9-20; 1 SAMUEL 2:1, 4-8ABCD; MK 1: :30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass - Int. Ernesto & Anita Mendoza 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:00 a.m. Spring mers 6:00 p.m. RCIA Year Two Class (Apostle Room) WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10 1SM 3:1-10, 19-20; PS 40:2 AND 5, 7-10; MK 1: :30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass - Int. Altar Society 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 10:00 a.m. St. James Bible Study (St. James Room) 12:00 p.m. Agrupacion de Esposas Cris anas (Disciple Room) 6:00 p.m. Faith Forma on (Parish Hall) 6:00 p.m. Catholicism (Disciple Room) 6:00 p.m. MFC (St. James Room) 6:30 p.m. Confession/Reconcilia on 7:00 p.m. Youth Night: Gathering the Youth (Apostle Room) 7:30 p.m. High School Youth Night (Parish Hall) THURSDAY, JANUARY 11 1SM 4:1-11; PS 44:10-11, 14-15, 24-25; MK 1: :30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass - Gerald Kroon + 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer FRIDAY, JANUARY 12 1SM 8:4-7, 10-22A; PS 89:16-19; MK 2:1-12 7:30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass - Louis Gonzales + 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer SATURDAY, JANUARY 13 1SM 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1; PS 21:2-7; MK 2:13-17 ATTENTION MEN OF ST JAMES: When was the last time you devoted a full weekend to yourself, your faith, and the Lord? Holy Name Retreat Center invites you to join other men from our parish and community on the weekend of JANUARY 19-21, 2018, for our Men s Weekend Retreat. For more information, please contact BILLY MAYO, OR JAVIER GALINDO, or 3:30 p.m. Confession/Reconcilia on 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass - Int. Jared Galindo

4 ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH SPRING, TEXAS -STEWARDSHIP OUR GIFTS TO GOD Thank you for your generous stewardship. Week ending December 31, 2017 Regular Collection (198 env) $ 11, Social Ministries $ 3, Mary, the Mother of God $ Mailed in contributions: $ 2, Online Giving: $ 5, Office Misc: $ Total: $ 23, Attendance: 1828 SCHEDULED SECOND COLLECTIONS: 1st Sunday: Maintenance Fund 5th Sunday: Social Ministry Sat 12/23 Collection (60 env.) $ 3, Sun 12/24 (184 env) $12, Mon 12/25 (80 env) $ 4, Sign up for Online Giving by visiting OUR MONTHLY PARISH FOOD DRIVE is on the 3rd weekend of every month. On the weekend of Jan. 20th & 21st. Please bring new non-perishables which have not reached their expiration date. This benefits those most needy in our community. Mailed In Contributions: $ 5, Simbang Gabi Coll. $ Online Giving: N/A Office Misc: $ 1, Total $28, DSF 2017 ~ GO FORTH AND BEAR FRUIT THAT WILL LAST Parish Goal for 2017: $ 90, Amount Paid: $ 99, Amount Pledged: $103, # of participants: 307 % paid at: % Report date: 01/02/2018

5 THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Faith Formation News ***IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW*** FIRST COMMUNION: There will be a parent meeting on Thursday January 18th at 6:30 p.m. in the church. This is a mandatory meeting for all parents of children who will be receiving First Communion in May PRIMERA COMUNION: El día 18 de enero del 2018 a las 6:30 p.m. se llevara a cabo una reunion/junta en la iglesia para padres de niños que van a recibir el Sacramento de la Primera Comunión en mayo del Esta reunion/junta es obligatoria. For any questions, please contact the Faith Formation Office ( ext. 124) Faith Formation Secretary: Rachel Weatherby - rweatherby@stjta.com CFF (Grades 4-6 & 7-8): Jackie Brown - jbrown@stjta.com CFF (Grades 1-3 & 9-12): Theresa Avila - tavila@stjta.com Adult Faith Formation: James Spurgin jspurgin@stjta.com Youth Ministry High School: AJ Bituin Youth Ministry Middle School: Eric Co Youth Ministry News High School Youth Nights: All students in high school (Grades 9-12) are invited to our youth night every Wednesday at 7pm. Join us for snacks, activities, & fellowship. Feel free to bring a friend! Middle School Youth Nights: All students in middle school (Grades 6-8) are welcome to join for snacks, games, and fun!!! We meet every Wednesday from 7:30pm - 9:00pm. Please cut out this form on the Dotted Lines 2017 IRS STATEMENT REQUEST REGISTERED PARISHIONERS: If you would like to have a statement of your 2017 contributions to St. James to report on your personal income tax form, please complete the information below and return it to the Pastoral Office. Statements will be available as soon as possible. (If you donate online, you can sign in to your account and pull your report for tax purposes.) (Donations must have been by Online Giving, direct deposit, mail or in envelope loose checks and cash are not recorded): NAME: ADDRESS: or ENVELOPE # Please Mail Will Pick Up (If picking up, statement will be left in Will Call basket, outside the Apostle Room.)

6 ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH SPRING, TEXAS MINISTERIO HISPANO ~ Recursos gratuitos ~ Asegúrese de pasar por el pasillo donde se encuentran folletos informativos cerca de la entrada lateral (entrada con techo). Estos folletos son disponiblesen Inglés y en Español! La colecta de víveres de la parroquia es el tercer n de semana de cada mes. La próxima colecta es el 20 y 21 de enero. Favor de traer comes bles que aún no hayan caducado (expirado) para beneficiar a los más necesitados de nuestra parroquia. PERDONADO El Poder Transformador de la Confesión Este programa en video empezará el 18 de enero de 9:00 a 11:00 a.m. en el salón Saint James. El programa será una buena preparación para la Cuaresma y será presentado en cuatro sesiones. La última sesión es apropiada para los niños que van a hacer su primera confesión. Regístrese para dar sus donaciones electrónicamente en nuestra página de la parroquia Consejería Católica para los feligreses de St. James. Aquí en St. James estamos trabajando con Rejoice Parish Counseling para ofrecer servicios de consejería profesional a individuos, parejas, y familias. Para más información acerca de estos servicios, visite la página o llame al (844) para hacer una cita. El coro de Español está buscando a un acompañante de piano. Un acompañante de piano necesita tener experiencia tocando el piano. Si está interesado en esta posición, por favor hable con la Directora de Música, Therese Thomason después de la misa o por teléfono. Si no está seguro si tiene bastante experiencia, por favor aún así, hable con la directora. VIAJE DE PEREGRINACION A TIERRA SANTA Y ROMA FECHA: ABRIL 15-28, 2018 (14 DIAS) Para mas info. Llame a

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