713-869-3783 | 6622 Haskell St. Houston, TX 77007
Nourished by Christ, United in God’s Life
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The Eucharist unites us with the divine life of the Trinity and nourishes us on our spiritual journey.
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. Parishioners who are homebound and regularly watch the live-streamed Mass may wish to have a Eucharistic Minister bring them Communion at home.
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. Parishioners who are homebound and regularly watch the live-streamed Mass may wish to have a Eucharistic Minister bring them Communion at home.
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
Wednesday at 8:00 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
Heart of Worship: Meet Dr. John Bergsma
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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 13th, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Get to know the God who calls us to a deeper loving relationship. Meet Dr. John Bergsma, a renowned speaker who will present two talks about the Eucharist and key Bible verses. Registration is now open. Secure your spot and be part of this inspiring event.
Visit: sttheresa.cc/how
Contact: Veronica Benitez at v.benitez@sttheresa.cc
St. Joseph Homeless Social Ministry Food Drive
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This summer, help feed the hungry by donating to our food relief effort. Look for the collection cart in the Narthex. The food drive will continue through August 1st, we are collecting canned and nonperishable items to support local food pantries, which often face critical shortages during the summer months. Your donation will make our food relief effort possible and serve all our neighbors who seek food assistance. Items needed: pasta sauce, rice, beans, pasta, peanut butter, canned soup, canned vegetables, canned fruit, mac and cheese, cereal, and paper and plastic grocery bags.
Contact: Connie Huch at c.huch@sttheresa.cc
St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face
Secular Discalced Carmelites
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We invite you to join us for the Liturgy of the Hours Morning Prayer, at 9:00 a.m. in the Church on Saturday, June 21st. Our apostolate calls us to live an active life and engage in daily contemplative prayer. We are also called to bring and teach the practice of contemplative and mental prayer to the world.
Contact: Teresa Langford, OCDS at Therese.Lisieux111@gmail.com or 832-758-0186
Archdiocesan Youth Conference 2025
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Join youths from across the local Church to celebrate the diversity of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. July 25th to 27th. Hilton Americas. $200 per person. Open to 9th to 12th graders this fall and graduating seniors.
Contact: Tommy Cordova at t.cordova@sttheresa.cc
Stewardship of Creation
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Pope Francis’ Laudato Si calls all people to be faithful stewards of creation, honoring God's gift of our common home through care, reverence, and responsible action.
Reflection Questions:
- How do I live out stewardship of the earth in my daily habits?
- How can I better view creation not just as a resource, but as a sacred gift from God?
- What changes can I make in my community to reflect the Church’s call to care for our common home?
Little Flowers Sunday Nursery Closed
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Little Flowers Nursery will be closed on Sunday, July 6th in observance of the Fourth of July weekend. We will resume regular hours the following weekend during the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Important Notice: We are resurfacing our concrete area at the ECC beginning on Thursday, June 19th. It will still need time to cure on Sunday, June 22nd. Please help us keep parents and kids off this area during the nursery that day. There will be caution tape and our main gate will be inaccessible during this time. Parents will need to drop off and pick up their child at the small gate by the yellow room.
Visit: sttheresa.cc/sundaynursery
Keep The Parish Mission Alive While You Are Away
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As you enjoy the summer season, we invite you to support our parish through online giving no matter where you are. Even while away, your prayerful generosity helps us continue serving others and growing our ministry. Your electronic gifts, weekly, monthly, or one-time, are vital in sharing God’s love and supporting our parish. Text the keyword GIVE to the number 832-246-3222 and receive a link to the online donation page. Thank you for your generosity.
Bereavement Group
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Find comfort and support through our Bereavement Group at St. Theresa Catholic Church. We offer a space to grieve, heal, and honor the memories of loved ones with care and compassion. Our next meeting will be held on Friday, July 11th at 8:30 a.m. in the Holy Spirit Room, as we will be closed on July 4th in observance of Independence Day. No reservations are necessary; walk-ins are always welcome.
Contact: Bertha Brophy, the Bereavement Group leader, at 713-869-3783
Visit: sttheresa.cc/bereavement
Rosary Group
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Embrace the beauty of the Rosary as we honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and seek her intercession for our intentions. Wherever you are, you can pray the Rosary with us via phone every Saturday at noon. Deepen your spiritual connection and experience a profound sense of unity and devotion in our prayerful gatherings.
Contact: Jennifer Mata at 713-869-3783
Visit: sttheresa.cc/rosary-group
Adoration of The Blessed Sacrament
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Please share our need for more committed adorers with your family and friends. We have several hours that are open for adorers every Wednesday.
Contact: Diana Sepulveda, Adoration Coordinator at dsepulveda@smithcarr.com
Visit: sttheresa.cc/adoration
10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass Additional Overflow Parking
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Additional overflow parking will be FREE of charge for up to 3 hours (only) with the code in the Memorial Park Fitness Center lot. Please note that a golf cart will be available. If you skip the parking meter or park over 3 hours, your vehicle may be ticketed. For driving directions and code, view the link below.
Visit: sttheresa.cc/parking
View Map: maps.app.goo.gl/CLkRanTfFE8rJXNk8 Contact: Veronica Benitez at v.benitez@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. 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
Visit: sttheresaschool.cc
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.
Contact: 713-869-3783
Saturday, June 21st
5:00 p.m.
† Ruth and Keith Thayer
† Nunzie and Jeanette Loria
† Michael Poncio
† Nicholas Van Pelt
† Jill Walmsley
† Edward Enciso
† Nunzie and Jeanette Loria
† Michael Poncio
† Nicholas Van Pelt
† Jill Walmsley
† Edward Enciso
Sunday, June 22nd
8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
† Melva Stevenson
10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
Pro Populo
5:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
† Joe Sullivan
† Tri Van Nguyen
† Marylyn Paige
† Wylliam Barillas
† Tri Van Nguyen
† Marylyn Paige
† Wylliam Barillas
Monday, June 23rd
7:00 am
7:00 am
† Jared Kearney
Tuesday, June 24th
7:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
† Kerry Guidry
Wednesday, June 25th
7:00 a.m.
Greg Kergis (L)
6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Richard Haines (L)
Thursday, June 26th
7:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
Deceased members of
the Minter and Coles families
Friday, June 27th
7:00 a.m.
the Minter and Coles families
Friday, June 27th
7:00 a.m.
† Ginger Tamborello
Serving Ministries
Homebound Ministry
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Are you ill or unable to leave your home to attend Mass? St. Theresa ministers make home visits to fellow parishioners who are unable to participate in Mass in person. This ministry is now available for Spanish Speakers.
Contact: Church Office at 713-869-3783 or info@sttheresa.cc
Visit: sttheresa.cc/homebound-ministry
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, June 21st, 5:00 p.m.
Chastity Devito (1)
Chris Woelfel (2)
Sunday, June 22nd, 8:00 a.m.
Chris Condon (1)
Meredith Condon (2)
Sunday, June 22nd, 10:00 a.m.
Leslie Schroder (1)
Terri Drabik-O'Reilley (2)
Sunday, June 22nd, 5:30 p.m.
Caroline Grahmann Gardner (1)
Ann Bixby (2)
Contact: Juliette Listi at j.listi@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.
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
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
Gaye Hablinski
g.hablinski@sttheresa.cc
Melanie Gaskins
m.gaskins@sttheresa.cc
Tedd Archabal
teddarchabal@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
www.facebook.com/StTheresaCatholicSchool
Principal
Sarah Fox
sarah.fox@sttheresa.cc
Director of Admissions
Kelly McCarty
k.mccarty@sttheresa.cc
Early Childhood Center (ECC)
facebook.com/steccmemorialpark
Director
Rae James
rae.james@sttheresa.cc
Director of Admissions
Kelly McCarty
k.mccarty@sttheresa.cc
Our Social Media
Website
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Facebook
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Instagram
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Twitter
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YouTube
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Pinterest
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Parish Soft (Parish Registration)
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Anchor
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Spotify
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Apple Podcasts
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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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