Mercy In The Lenten Journey
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As we approach the fifth Sunday of Lent, we are reminded that God’s mercy invites us to keep moving forward, even when we stumble or stop.
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Engaging Group and Events
Parish Schedule
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Blessed Sacrament Chapel
Open daily for silent prayer from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Mass Times
Mass Times
Sundays at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday at 7:00 a.m.
Wednesday Mass at 6:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday at 7:00 a.m.
Wednesday Mass at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday (Vigil Mass) at 5:00 p.m.
First Saturday of the Month at 9:00 a.m.
Spanish Mass on the last Sunday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
Are you sick, or do you have a homebound family member?
Watch our Live Streamed Weekend Masses at sttheresa.cc/online-mass or on our YouTube channel. In addition to the live stream of our services, watch the Homilies Playlist.
First Saturday of the Month at 9:00 a.m.
Spanish Mass on the last Sunday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
Are you sick, or do you have a homebound family member?
Watch our Live Streamed Weekend Masses at sttheresa.cc/online-mass or on our YouTube channel. In addition to the live stream of our services, watch the Homilies Playlist.
Reconciliation (Confession)
Saturdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For confessions by appointment, contact: 713-869-3783.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For confessions by appointment, contact: 713-869-3783.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Wednesdays after the School Mass (9:00 a.m.) to 5:45 p.m. in the main Sanctuary.
Let us Know How We Can Help You
The parish office hours are Monday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Contact: 713-869- 3783 or info@sttheresa.cc
Lenten Pasta Dinner Fundraiser Today
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Come enjoy a meal with our parish family on Friday, April 4th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, in support of the Easter Vigil Reception. Choose between Alfredo Pasta or Shrimp Alfredo, with salad, garlic bread, and a drink. Dine-in, take-out, and drive-thru will be available.
Contact: Veronica Benitez at v.benitez@sttheresa.cc
Christian Community Service Center Lenten Food Drive
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St. Theresa is hosting a Lenten food drive for CCSC and will end on Sunday,
April 13th. Any of the following items will be a blessing, and a great appreciation for your generosity: cereal, pasta, rice, beans, canned vegetables and fruits, peanut butter, canned tomatoes, canned tomato sauce, spaghetti sauces, canned tuna, and canned chicken.
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Fridays during Lent
6:00 p.m. Station of the Cross
7:00 p.m. Via Crucis (Español)
6:00 p.m. Station of the Cross
7:00 p.m. Via Crucis (Español)
Palm Sunday Vigil, April 12th
5:00 p.m. Mass
5:00 p.m. Mass
Palm Sunday, April 13th
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
Holy Thursday, April 17th
6:00 p.m. Mass
Good Friday, April 18th
3:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Word
Holy Saturday, April 19th
8:30 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass
Easter Sunday, April 20th
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m. Mass
Good Friday, April 18th
3:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Word
Holy Saturday, April 19th
8:30 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass
Easter Sunday, April 20th
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
Contact: 713-869-3783 or info@sttheresa.cc
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Lenten Bible Study
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You are invited to join us for Bible study on Monday, April 7th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Holy Spirit Room and Thursday, April 10th, at 1:00 p.m. in the Marian Room.
Contact: Tommy Cordova at t.cordova@sttheresa.cc or 346-335-1816
Renewed: Holy Orders: Sacrament of Service
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The Sacrament of Holy Orders establishes the threefold ministry of bishop, priest, and deacon, each with distinct roles to shepherd, teach, and serve the Church.
Reflection Questions:
- How do the roles of bishops, priests, and deacons reflect Christ’s leadership and service in the Church?
- In what ways does the hierarchy of the Church contribute to order and unity within the Faith community?
- How can we, as laypeople, support and collaborate with ordained ministers in their mission?
That Man Is You: The Question of Identity
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Embrace your identity as sons of the Father and heirs of His Kingdom. Men, take on the challenge on Thursday,
April 10th, from 5:45 a.m. to 6:55 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall, and answer the call to serve a purpose greater than ourselves.
Contact: Chris Favre at 713-256-0057 or chrisfavre@gmail.com
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Collections During Mass
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Support Our Parish Mission Electronically. Your electronic gifts—weekly, monthly, or one-time—are vital in sharing God’s love and supporting our parish. Set up donations, including second collections, online or use our collection boxes at exit doors. For second collections, please use our golden envelopes. May our shared efforts bring abundant blessings to those we serve.
Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry
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The Knights of Columbus will be having a fish fry event on Friday, April 11th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please see our table outside after mass to preorder, as there will be limited walk ups available. Donation is $15 and a free drink. Dine-In and Takeout available.
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JOY Senior Luncheon
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Are you a senior looking to meet new people, enrich your mind, and get involved in your community? St. Theresa Senior Luncheon has it all. Tuesday, April 8th, at noon in the Fellowship Hall. This is a free event.
Contact: Connie Huch at c.huch@sttheresa.cc
St. Theresa Parish Library Ministry
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Relax with a good book! Our library in the Fellowship Hall belongs to the entire community, with 22 categories to explore. Be sure to stop by during our Hospitality Sunday, April 13th, after the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Remember to read a book, love it, and return it to the library cart or the Church front office.
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Mass Intentions
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A beautiful way to lift your prayers for those you hold dear. Please schedule your mass intentions at least two weeks in advance.
A beautiful way to lift your prayers for those you hold dear. Please schedule your mass intentions at least two weeks in advance.
Contact: 713-869-3783 Mass Intention Request
Saturday, April 5th
9:00 a.m.
† Lottie Stewart
5:00 p.m.
† Martha Tuoi Doan
† Ruth and Keith Thayer
Sunday, April 6th
† Ruth and Keith Thayer
Sunday, April 6th
8:00 a.m.
Harper Namken
10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
Pro Populo
5:30 p.m.
† Chiqui Garza
Nicolas Feder (L)
Andres Montoya
† Mable Dumas-Izegbu
Monday, April 7th
† Chiqui Garza
Nicolas Feder (L)
Andres Montoya
† Mable Dumas-Izegbu
Monday, April 7th
7:00 a.m.
Peace for Anne (L)
Tuesday, April 8th
7:00 a.m.
† Leonard Cross
Wednesday, April 9th
7:00 a.m.
Peace for Anne (L)
8:15 a.m.
† Tony Mandola Jr.
6:00 p.m.
Emilia Lee Archabal
Thursday, April 10th
7:00 a.m.
† Felix Joseph Spedale
Friday, April 11th
7:00 a.m.
Emilia Lee Archabal
Serving Ministries
Altar Flowers
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The flowers on the altar for the Fourth Sunday of Lent, (March 29th and the 30th) were given in loving memory of Angeline and Joe Saragusa by Suzanne Hardman. Each week, St. Theresa’s Altar is beautifully decorated with flowers, made possible by the generous donations of our supporters. Consider sponsoring the Easter flowers with a donation of $75 or more in honor of a loved one to celebrate an anniversary, mark a birthday, commemorate a First Holy Communion or Confirmation, or recognize any special occasion.
Contact: Juliette Listi at j.listi@sttheresa.cc
Lector Ministry
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This ministry is essential because it brings alive the scriptures to the hearts of the faithful. This week, the following parishioners will be reading at mass:
Saturday, April 5th, 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 5th, 5:00 p.m.
Chastity Devito (1)
Maddie Meekins (2)
Sunday, April 6th, 8:00 a.m.
Ashley Horstman (1)
Chris Burke (2)
Sunday, April 6th, 10:00 a.m.
Celes Classo (1)
Chris Favre (2)
Sunday, April 6th, 5:30 p.m.
Caroline Grahmann Gardner (1)
Ana Schick (2)
Contact: liturgicalministries@sttheresa.cc
Community Outreach
Giving Beyond St. Theresa
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We believe our generosity should extend beyond our community to those in need locally, nationally, and globally. Charitable giving reflects our call to love our neighbors. See the list of agencies below worthy of your support if you're looking to share and/or volunteer your blessings beyond the parish.
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Parish and School Directory
Address
6622 Haskell St., Houston, TX 77007
Phone
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Deacons
Deacon Dwight Coles,
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Deacon Larry Vaclavik,
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Guest Hospitality
Deandra Mackey
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Mary Ann Virgilio
maryann.virgilio@sttheresa.cc
Connie Huch
c.huch@sttheresa.cc
Ann Cox
ann.cox@sttheresa.cc
Parish Manager
Enrique Benitez
e.benitez@sttheresa.cc
Stewardship and HR
Johanna Bransford
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Accounting
Melanie Gaskins
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Tedd Archabal
teddarchabal@sttheresa.cc
Gaye Hablinski
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Director of Religious Education
Tommy Cordova
t.cordova@sttheresa.cc
Elementary Faith Formation. First Reconciliation and First Communion Coordinator
Josephine Balgos Le
j.balgosle@sttheresa.cc
Baptism Coordinator
Kendall Solé
k.sole@sttheresa.cc
Pastoral Associate Matrimony/Annulment App./Funerals
Patrick Miral
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Parish Life
Veronica Benitez
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Parish Engagement and Sacramental Records
Connie Huch
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Donor Relations/Data Entry
Linda Rosenberg
l.rosenberg@sttheresa.cc
Liturgical Ministers/Flower Ministry
Juliette Listi
j.listi@sttheresa.cc
Communications
Veronica Benitez
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Chris Jones
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Jax Mores
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Director of Technology
Zach Wilson
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10:00 a.m. Mass Choir Director/Organist/Media Ministry Coordinator
Stephen Schad
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Director of Facilities
Andras Bandi
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St. Theresa Catholic School
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Principal
Sarah Fox
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Director of Admissions
Kelly McCarty
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Early Childhood Center (ECC)
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Director
Rae James
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Director of Admissions
Kelly McCarty
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Helpful Websites
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): aa.org
American Red Cross: redcross.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: cdc.gov
Christian Community Service Center: ccschouston.org
Counseling (Grief, Family, etc.): catholiccharities.org
Domestic Violence: tbotw.org
Families of Addicts: al-anon.org
Houston Police: If you have a life-threatening emergency, call 911. Non Emergencies: houstontx.gov/police
Narcotics Anonymous (NA): na.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Center: 988lifeline.org
Overeaters Anonymous (OA): oahouston.org
Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA): saa-recovery.org
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services txabusehotline.org
United Way of Greater Houston: unitedwayhouston.org
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PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY NEVER TO FAIL
O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, Help me, show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity: Please heal Nicolas from his cancer.
There are none that can withstand your power Oh Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.
There are none that can withstand your power Oh Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.
There are none that can withstand your power Oh Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.
O Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands.
O Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands.
O Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands.
AMEN