December 4th, 2016 Second Sunday of Advent "O people of Sion, behold, the Lord will come to save the nations, and the Lord will make the glory of his voice heard in the joy of your heart." Cf. Isaiah 30:19, 30 MONDAY - FRIDAY SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 7:00 am Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel 7:30 am Sacred Heart Church Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel 12:10 pm St. Mary s Cathedral Basilica 7:30 am St. Patrick Church (Español) 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm SUNDAY VIGIL (Saturday) 5:00 pm St. Patrick Church 6:00 pm Our Lady by the Sea Church 7:00 pm Mary, Star of the Sea Church 9:00 am Holy Rosary Church Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 9:30 am St. Patrick Church (Young People s Mass) 5:30 pm Benediction 11:00 am Sacred Heart Church 6:00 pm Mass (Español) 12:10 pm St. Mary s Cathedral Basilica
Holy Family Parish Office 1010 35th St. Galveston, TX 77550 409-762-9646 www.holyfamilygb.com -Priests: Fr. E.J. Stein, OFM, Pastor ejsofm@hotmail.com Fr. Maynard Tetreault, OFM, Parochial Vicar mtetreault@holyfamilygb.org Fr. Richard Goodin, OFM, Parochial Vicar richardgoodin@gmail.com Fr. Orrin Halepeska, Parochial Vicar orrinhalepeska@gmail.com -Deacons: Sam Dell Olio [deecans2@aol.com] Doug Matthews [mattsrus@aol.com] John Pistone [Js.pistone@sbcglobal.net] Robert Standridge [buzz52@gmail.com] -Staff: Director of Religious Formation Tammy Juarez [oecgalveston@gmail.com] Director of Liturgy Jonathan Wright [liturgisthfp@gmail.com] Director of Communications Tom Hoyt [communicationshfp@gmail.com] Communications Assistant Shaun Bolen [communicationshfp@gmail.com] Webmaster Martin Briones Parish Secretary Sarah DiPier [sarahdipier@gmail.com] Parish Receptionist Vera Gavlik [vera.holyfamilyparish@gmail.com] Business Manager Heather Foster [hwfosterhfp@gmail.com] Asst. Business Manager - Finance Renee Sims [rsimshfp@gmail.com) Holy Family Catholic School, Principal SATURDAY 12/3 Vigil Masses 5:00 pm Daniel Michalsky 6:00 pm For the People 7:00 pm George Vincent MASS INTENTIONS SUNDAY 12/4 Masses 7:30 am Brian Linko 7:30 am (Esp.) Clarence Cantini (In Memory Of) 9:00 am John D' Ambra 9:30 am William E. Morris (For Improved Health) 11:00 am Nicholas Uresti (In Memory of Birthday) 12:10 pm Marc Carmona (Anniversary of Death) MONDAY 12/5 Masses 7:00 am Ross J. Novelli, Sr. 12:10 pm Grace O'Neal Smith (Anniversary of Birth) TUESDAY 12/6 Masses 7:00 am Priests and Deacons of Holy Family 12:10 pm Fred and Carrie Wimhurst THE CHURCHES OF OUR PARISH St. Mary s Cathedral Basilica - 21st & Church St. Sacred Heart Church - 14th & Broadway St. Patrick Church - 34th & Ave K Holy Rosary Church - 31st & Ave N Mary, Star of the Sea Church - 16626 San Luis Rd, Jamaica Beach Our Lady by the Sea Church - 2400 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach, Bolivar Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel - Between Church and School building at St. Patrick. Sign for Chapel on rear of school near handicap ramp. SUNDAY, December 4, 2016 2nd Sunday of Advent WEDNESDAY 12/7 Masses 7:00 am June McCalla (Improved Health) 12:10 pm Maria Dolores Gracia (Anniversary of Death) 6:00 pm Ramiro (Sonny) G. Lozano THURSDAY 12/8 Masses 7:00 am For the People 12:10 pm Michael Luff (Improved Health) 6:00 pm Marie Payne (For Improved Health) (SPAT - Esp.) 6:00 pm Marty Martinez (Improved Health) (Sacred Heart) FRIDAY 12/9 Masses 7:00 am Didio Martinez, Sr. 12:10 pm John J. Saracco, Sr. CONFESSIONS St Patrick Church or APPOINTMENT Saturday, 3:30-4:30 PM (via Office 409-762-9646) Rita Hesse, [rhesse@hfcsgalv.org] (409) 765-6607 Collections November 19-20, 1st: $19,978.54 2nd: $4,699.00 On The Cover: This week we celebrate the second week of Advent. The cover photo is of the Advent Wreath in St. Patrick Church.
SUNDAY 12-4-16 10:30 am LAKPC (room #2) MONDAY 12-5-16 Parish Calendar 8:00 am St. Patrick Cleaning (St. Patrick Church) 9:00 am Damas Food Prep (cafeteria) 5:00 pm Damas Feast Day Prep Meeting (cafeteria) 5:30 pm Genesis Choir Practice (room #2) 7:00 pm ACTS Meeting (room #2) 7:00 pm Bible Study (small conference room) TUESDAY 12-6-16 6:00 pm Genesis Group Meeting (cafeteria) 6:00 pm Novena Prayer Group (OLOG chapel) 7:00 pm Young Adult Adoration (St. Patrick Church) WEDNESDAY 12-7-16 THURSDAY 12-8-16 No Events Scheduled 10:00 am O'Connell Mass (St. Patrick Church) 5:00 pm Men's ACTS Retreat (hall) 6:30 pm Spanish Choir Rehearsal (room #2) 7:00 pm Legion of Mary (Spanish) (small conference room) FRIDAY 12-9-16 5:00 pm Bereavement Committee Christmas (cafeteria) SATURDAY 12-10-16 8:00 am Virgin De Guadalupe Feast (cafeteria) 10:00 am Gulf Coast Interfaith Meeting (room #2) 1:00 pm Quinceanera (St. Patrick Church) www.holyfamilygb.com Social Media My Parish App (mobile phone app) www.facebook.com/holyfamilycatholicparish -378444242352265/ (For All Parishioners) www.facebook.com/hfyoungpeople (For Youth) www.facebook.com/groups/galvcathya/ (For Young Adults) Priest Perspective Dear People of God, I first want to thank all those who made possible our wonderful Parish Christmas Party this weekend a huge success. Thanks to all who gave their time, talent, and treasure to help the whole parish celebrate Christmas together. Next week on December 8 th -11 th we will have our first English speaking men s Acts retreat. We are still taking signups for this retreat. This is a great opportunity for you to jump start your year on a spiritual high and to continue your journey closer to our Lord that is indeed coming among us. As we celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent we struggle to prepare for the coming of Christ in the manger. This time of Advent is one of great excitement and joy!!! But maybe for some, a time of confusion and sadness. Advent is a great time to see where Christ is in your life and see if more room needs to be made for Him. Sometimes we try to struggle alone in our sin, sadness, and other trials. Why not invite that baby into the situation??? That s why He came, so that He could be your God and mine!!! May God the Father bless you with many happenings in your spiritual journey to the crib on that Holy Night!!! May the Christ Child Bless you abundantly, Fr. Orrin orrinhalepeska@gmail.com
Announcements Special Masses & Feast Days December 8th - January 1st December 8, 2016 Immaculate Conception December 24, 2016 Christmas Eve (Not normal weekend schedule) 9 am Confessions at St. Patrick 4pm St. Patrick (Children) 5 pm OLBS 6:00 pm Sacred Heart Church 8:00 pm Cathedral 10:30 pm St. Patrick (Spanish) Midnight Mass Sacred Heart & Holy Rosary 7:00 am OLOGC 9:00 am Holy Family Catholic School 12:10 pm St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica 6:00 pm Sacred Heart 6:00 pm St. Patrick (Spanish) December 10, 2016 Guadalupanas VOG 10:30 am St. Patrick December 12, 2016 VOG Feast 6:30 pm (Damas) St. Patrick 12:10 pm St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica December 25, 2016 Christmas Day (Not normal weekend schedule) 9:00 am St. Patrick 9:00 am Mary, Star of the Sea 10:00 am Sacred Heart 10:30 am St. Patrick (Spanish) 12:10 pm St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica December 26-30, 2016 We will have only one Mass. St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica 12:10 pm 7 am Mass is canceled this week! December 31 & January 1 Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God This weekend will be the normal weekend schedule! No changes will be made! Christmas Spirituality Book Club!!! Title: The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams Bianco. This classic, beloved children's tale about the magic of boundless love can be purchased online for as little as $7.99 for a new book. Please read the book and be ready to share your thoughts and opinions together. Date: 12/19 5:30-6:30 pm (room #2)
Announcements Attention! New Email addresses! We have some new emails to announce. Feel free to contact any of these as needed. Communications Department communicationshfp@gmail.com Fr. E.J. - ejsofm@hotmail.com Holy Family Parish Office Vera.holyfamilyparish@gmail.com Confesiones en español el día 15 de diciembre, 6 pm en la Iglesia de San Patricio. Se necesita un Pianista para los domingos, misa en español, 7:30 am. Para obtener información póngase en contacto con Jonathan Wright en departamento de Liturgia 409-762-9646 Liturgy Training Sessions We will have some training sessions available for those interested. Tuesday December 6th, 2016 Sacred Heart Church Altar Servers: 5:30 pm Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors: 6:30pm Save The Date! August 21, 2017 Father Orrin is customizing an inspirational 9 day Pilgrimage to Saint Pope John Paul II's Poland plus two bonus days in Prague. Embark on an inspirational journey through Poland and discover this country's deep history and religious sites. More details to come in the future! The MyParish App is offering two great Advent features: a free Advent background and free Advent reflections. Download the app now and receive your Advent reflections every weekday during the Advent season. Flowers of the Week Your Flower Donations For All Parish Church's Will Be Acknowledged In This Space! To request a flower donation Contact: Martie J. Terry 713-504-4202 martiejterry@comcast.net Presented by the Altar Society
CLEAN-UP AT SACRED HEART CHURCH The folks at Our Daily Bread and the Galveston Independent School District send their heartfelt thanks for helping our friends in need in our community. What an awesome and giving Parish we have!!!!! THANKS FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT Enjoy Gardening? Come join us at Sacred Heart, Saturday 10 December, 8am. Bring gloves, bags, and any garden tools you may have. Hope you can join us! Wish List for our Friends in Need Dining Table and Chairs Reliable Car Bunk bed Frames Gently used or new kitchen supplies Please contact us if you would be willing to donate any of the above items Do you enjoy helping people? Are you looking for a way to help friends in need in our community? If you answered yes, Saint Vincent de Paul at Holy Family Parish might be for you! If you are interested in finding out more or would like to come to a meeting, please use the contact info below. We would love to hear from you! Email: hfp.svdp@gmail.com Phone: 409-356-5135 Meetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6pm, Rectory at St. Mary s Cathedral Basilica Donations gratefully accepted, please make checks out to: SVdP at Holy Family Parish
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Monday, December 12, 2016 Holy Family Parish St. Patrick Catholic Church 34th & Avenue K Galveston, Texas The Catholic Community of Galveston is invited to the celebration in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Monday, December 12, with a Mariachi Mass at 6:30 am., in English, followed by breakfast in the Parish Life Center.
New Parish Website! www.holyfamilygb.com (notice the dot com part is new and yes, the center photo rotates amongst all 6 churches )