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We the members of Saint Edward the Confessor Catholic Community, are called through our Baptism to build up the kingdom of God by being one in Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit by welcoming and loving others through worship, education, service and evangelization.
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Advent Penance Services
Tuesday, December 18, 2018, 6:30 pm at St. Ignatius Parish.
*Please note, there will be no confessions heard at St. Edward on Thursday, December 13, 2018.
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Christmas Mass Schedule
Christmas Eve Monday, December 24
4:00 PM Children's Mass, 7 pm, Midnight Carols begin at 11:15 pm
Christmas Day Tuesday, December 25
7:30 am, 9:30 am
Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
Monday, December 31, 5:30 pm Vigil, Tuesday, January 1, 9:30 am
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Announcements
Public Announcement-
Ordination to the Diaconate for Stuart Neck
It is herewith announced that Stuart Neck, a candidate for the Order of Diaconate will be ordained a deacon on February 22, 2019, at a Mass to be celebrated by Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston. If any persons know of a serious reason why this candidate should not be called to ordination, please notify Deacon George Silva, Director of Formation in the Office of the Diaconate, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston at 281-543-2986 or email [email protected]. Please keep Stuart in your prayers as he prepares for ordination into this sacred ministry. May he always be faithful to the Diaconal Ministry of Service of Word, Liturgy, and Charity to which he is about to be ordained. This announcement is in compliance with Canon 1051:2 of the Code of Canon Law.
Christmas Singers Needed!
Students in grades 3-8 are invited to sing with the St. Edward Church Youth Choir for the Christmas Eve Mass at 4:00 p.m.
Students interested in participating must attend the following rehearsals
* Tuesday, December 11th, 4: 15-5:00 pm
* Wednesday, December 19th, 5:30-6: 15 pm
* Saturday, December 22nd, 10: 00-11:00 pm
All rehearsals will be in the Church.
Monday, December 24, BE SEATED IN CHOIR AREA BY 3: 15 P.M. Carols begin at 3:30 and Mass promptly at 4 p.m. Please respond via email to Mrs. Gonzalez [email protected].
Adult Sacramental Preparation
Now is the acceptable time! Sacraments of Eucharist, Reconciliation, and Confirmation for adults (age 18 and older). Classes take place on 17 Tuesdays beginning February 5 through May 28, 2019, from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm in Room 22 in the Junior High building. Reconciliation will take place during the Lenten season. Confirmation and Eucharist will be celebrated on Pentecost Sunday at a location yet to be determined. A copy of your Baptismal Certificate issued between now and May 28, 2019, will be required. Registration is on February 5 at the first class.
Virtus Update
Please be advised that all scheduled “Keeping the Promise Alive” refresher trainings have been canceled.
Individuals who have pre-registered for a scheduled KPA workshop will be contacted by the Archdiocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection. The Protecting God’s Children Online Awareness Session 3.0 will replace the “Keeping the Promise Alive” training. Each registrant will receive an automated email from [email protected] with a link to log into their VIRTUS account and begin the “Protecting God’s Children” 3.0 online training. Once completed, this online refresher training will fulfill the 5-year compliance requirements of the Archdiocesan Safe Environment guidelines. All individuals must conclude the online training within one month of receiving the automated email.
Going forward any 5-year or 10-year refresher training registrant will be assigned the PGC 3.0 online training.
Jr. High Youth GroupWe are gearing up for a great year! Stay up to date and Register HERE.
Text to Give
Giving to St. Edward is easy with Faith Direct Text-to-Give! To give via text, follow these steps:
1. Text donation amount to 281-767-4313
2. Register your credit/debit card (you will only need to do this once.)
3. Save the number as a contact in your phone to make future giving faster and easier.
Ascension Press Podcasts
Wanting to learn more about your faith? Check out the Ascension Press website for podcasts, videos, and articles on a variety of Catholic topics. Click the logo to visit their site.
End of Life Resources
These incredibly well-done websites contain numerous resources of a practical, pastoral, and theological nature for those in end-of-life situations and loved ones who are journeying with them.Interested in Sharing your talents with
http://www.artofdyingwell.org/ Run by the Catholic Bishops of England and Wales
St. Edward Catholic Community?
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Pastor:
Rev. Christian Bui
Parochial Vicar:
Rev. Thomas Joseph
Pastoral Associates:
Deacon Nick Thompson
Deacon Ken Martin
Deacon Bill Pitocco
Deacon Dominic Romaguera -
School News
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November 30
A message from Fr. Christian as we enter AdventRead More -
November 17A few words from Fr. Christian and Fr. ThomasRead More
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November 3A look at this important tradition by Pastoral Teaching Associate, Matt ThaiRead More
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October 29A reflection on Processions in Mass by Pastoral Training Associate, Matt Thai.Read More
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October 12A message from our Pastor, Fr. ChristianRead More
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DSF Summary
Parish Goal:
$170,000Total Pledges: $158,009.69
Pledged Under Goal: ($11,990.31)
As of 12/8/18.
If you have not yet pledged to DSF, please consider doing so today. If we do not meet our goal, the Church will be responsible for paying any balance not pledged and paid.
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Check out our Parish Fundraising Guidelines HERE
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Youth News Click HERE