Journeying with Christ Through Holy Week
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An invitation to enter the sacred mystery of Holy Week, walking with Jesus from His triumphal entry to His Passion and Resurrection.
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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
Attention* Road Closure
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Due to construction on Wescott St., traffic patterns may change. Please plan accordingly when coming to Mass this weekend.
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
7:00 a.m. Mass (cancelled)
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.
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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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Exposition will be moved to the Blessed Sacrament Chapel located on the corner of Haskell St. and Durford St. on Wednesday of Holy Week, April 16th.
Save the Date for Heart of Worship
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St. Theresa in Memorial Park is excited to announce that Heart of Worship (HOW) is coming back to our parish. This is your chance to renew your faith and recharge your soul, so mark your calendars and get ready to join us for an unforgettable experience of spiritual fulfillment on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Registration will be opening soon, so keep an eye on upcoming information.
Renewed: Sacrament of Marriage
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The Sacrament of Marriage is a divine vocation rooted in love, unity, and grace—where husband and wife become ministers of Christ’s love to one another.
Reflection Questions:
- How does understanding marriage as a sacrament shape my view of love and commitment?
- In what ways can I serve as a minister of grace to my spouse or future spouse?
- How do the teachings of the Church challenge or inspire my understanding of lifelong, unconditional love?
That Man Is You: Imperishable Crown of Glory
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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 17th, 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
Visit: sttheresa.cc/that-man-is-you
March 2025 Stewardship Financial Report
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Please consider making a pledge or creating a recurring online giving account to help us continue fulfilling our mission. We are very thankful for your continuous support and to those who generously increased their giving or added an additional gift.
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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Meditation Group
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Experience the transformative power of scriptural reading by meditation and prayer. The group meets on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in the St. Peter's Room for the Rosary, followed by Lectio Divina and meditation in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. All are welcome.
Experience the transformative power of scriptural reading by meditation and prayer. The group meets on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in the St. Peter's Room for the Rosary, followed by Lectio Divina and meditation in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. All are welcome.
Contact: 713-869-3783
Visit: sttheresa.cc/meditation-group
Early Childhood Center is Hiring
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We are looking for a new Assistant Director to help in our early childhood center. If you are organized, creative, and have a passion for working with children, please consider applying! Higher education and experience preferred.
We are looking for a new Assistant Director to help in our early childhood center. If you are organized, creative, and have a passion for working with children, please consider applying! Higher education and experience preferred.
Email resume to: Rae James at rae.james@sttheresa.cc
St. Theresa Catholic School Registration
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Enrollment is now open at St. Theresa Catholic School for students entering 1st through 5th grade for the 2025–2026 school year! If you have friends or family who are interested in joining STCS next year, the application is available on our website under Admissions Process. The Admissions Office is scheduling on-campus tours every Tuesday morning while school is in session. If you have any questions regarding the admissions process at St. Theresa, please contact Kelly McCarty.
Contact: Kelly McCarty, Admissions Director at k.mccarty@sttheresa.cc or 346-335-1706
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 12th
5:00 p.m.
† Ruth and Keith Thayer
† Stevenson and Mulvelhil Family
† German Bowles
Sunday, April 13th
† Stevenson and Mulvelhil Family
† German Bowles
Sunday, April 13th
8:00 a.m.
† Charmaine Carrer (Sis. of parishioner Greg Jacobs)
† Arthur Rene Bergeron
10:00 a.m.
† Arthur Rene Bergeron
10:00 a.m.
Pro Populo
5:30 p.m.
† Kirke Bridges
† Ed, Martha and Keith Cornicelli
† Charles and Regina Stegent
† Jariel LaFleur
Monday, April 14th
† Kirke Bridges
† Ed, Martha and Keith Cornicelli
† Charles and Regina Stegent
† Jariel LaFleur
Monday, April 14th
7:00 a.m.
Peace for Anne (L)
Tuesday, April 15th
7:00 a.m.
† Karen Stolte
† Edward Enciso
† Edward Enciso
Wednesday, April 16th
7:00 a.m.
John William Rizzo (L)
8:15 a.m.
† Melva Stevenson
6:00 p.m.
Caleb (L)
Thursday, April 17th
6:00 p.m.
Emilia Lee Archabal
Friday, April 18th
7:00 a.m.
No Intentions
Serving Ministries
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 12th, 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 12th, 5:00 p.m.
Anne Coles (1)
Chris Woelfel (2)
Sunday, April 13th, 8:00 a.m.
Leslie Schroder (1)
Ashley Horstman (2)
Sunday, April 13th, 10:00 a.m.
Alero Waterhouse (1)
Joseph LeBlanc (2)
Sunday, April 13th, 5:30 p.m.
Elizabeth Bixby (1)
Ann Bixby (2)
Contact: liturgicalministries@sttheresa.cc
Community Outreach
Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen
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St. Theresa volunteers at the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen. The next date is Friday, April 18th, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, at 2009 Congress Street, Houston, Texas 77002. Volunteers will help prepare and serve about 300 hot meals to the homeless. Volunteers must be 15 years or older.
Contact: Connie Huch at c.huch@sttheresa.cc
Casa Juan Diego Meals
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On the last Saturday of every month, St. Theresa provides a meal for the women and children residents of Casa Juan Diego. A varied menu has been developed over this past year. We have volunteers that provide the sides to go along with the main course. We are in need of volunteers to help with a side dish for the monthly meals. If you are interested for helping with some of future dates, or have any questions about this ministry. See contact information below.
Contact: Charlene Avocato at socialjusticeministry@sttheresa.cc
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.
Visit: sttheresa.cc/giving-beyond
Parish and School Directory
Address
6622 Haskell St., Houston, TX 77007
Phone
713-869-3783
Deacons
Deacon Dwight Coles,
deacondwight@sttheresa.cc
Deacon Larry Vaclavik,
deaconlarry@sttheresa.cc
Guest Hospitality
Deandra Mackey
d.mackey@sttheresa.cc
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
j.bransford@sttheresa.cc
Accounting
Melanie Gaskins
m.gaskins@sttheresa.cc
Tedd Archabal
teddarchabal@sttheresa.cc
Gaye Hablinski
g.hablinski@sttheresa.cc
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
p.miral@sttheresa.cc
Parish Life
Veronica Benitez
v.benitez@sttheresa.cc
Parish Engagement and Sacramental Records
Connie Huch
c.huch@sttheresa.cc
Donor Relations/Data Entry
Linda Rosenberg
l.rosenberg@sttheresa.cc
Liturgical Ministers/Flower Ministry
Juliette Listi
j.listi@sttheresa.cc
Communications
Veronica Benitez
v.benitez@sttheresa.cc
Chris Jones
c.jones@sttheresa.cc
Jax Mores
j.mores@sttheresa.cc
Director of Technology
Zach Wilson
zach.wilson@sttheresa.cc
10:00 a.m. Mass Choir Director/Organist/Media Ministry Coordinator
Stephen Schad
s.schad@sttheresa.cc
Director of Facilities
Andras Bandi
andras.bandi@sttheresa.cc
St. Theresa Catholic School
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Principal
Sarah Fox
sarah.fox@sttheresa.cc
Director of Admissions
Kelly McCarty
k.mccarty@sttheresa.cc
Early Childhood Center (ECC)
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Director
Rae James
rae.james@sttheresa.cc
Director of Admissions
Kelly McCarty
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PODCAST RENEWED WITH DEACON LARRY
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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