Catholic Social Teaching Corner Aug. 14-15 – The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Today we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. May we turn often to our Blessed Mother who also leads us closer to her Son, Jesus Christ. Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided… Agosto 14-15 – La Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María Hoy celebramos la Festividad de la Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María. Volteemos con frecuencia hacia nuestra Santísima Madre quien también nos acerca a su Hijo, Jesucristo. Acordaos, oh piadosísima Virgen María, que jamás se ha oído decir que ninguno de los que han acudido a tu protección, implorando tu asistencia y reclamando tu socorro, haya sido abandonado de ti. Aug. 21-22 -- 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time In the second reading this week, St. Paul uses the image of marriage to talk about Christ’s love and commitment to us – the church. The long version of the reading has this crucial sentence; “Be subordinate to one another out of reverence for Christ.” It is not a part of our culture to choose subordination, but as the other readings point out, we have a choice. Choosing to accept discipleship means choosing humility and deference to one another – especially those who are poor and most vulnerable. It is not easy, but it is the way that leads to eternal life and joy! Agosto 21-22 -- 21ro. Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario En la segunda lectura de esta semana San Pablo usa la imagen del matrimonio para hablar del amor de Cristo y de su compromiso hacia nosotros- la iglesia. La versión larga de la lectura presenta esta frase crucial; “Subordínense unos a otros por reverencia a Cristo”. No es parte de nuestra cultura el escoger la subordinación, pero tal como las otras lecturas señalan, tenemos una opción. El escoger aceptar el discipulado significa escoger la humildad y la deferencia mutua- especialmente respecto a aquellos que son pobres y más vulnerables. No es fácil, ¡pero es la manera que lleva a la vida eternal y al gozo! Aug. 28-29 -- 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time In the Gospel this Sunday, Jesus reminds us that it is not what enters from the outside which makes us impure, but what is deeply rooted in our hearts. In the Letter of James we are exhorted to “humbly welcome the word that has been planted in you…” and to be “doers of the word and not hearers only.” God’s word is a message of love, mercy, compassion and freedom to all people. Is that showing in our lives? Are we rooted in that Good News so that it spills over to others? Agosto 28-29 -- 22do. Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario En el Evangelio de este Domingo, Jesús nos recuerda que no es lo que entra de afuera lo que nos hace impuros, sino lo que está profundamente enraizado en nuestros corazones. En la carta de Santiago somos exhortados a “humildemente dar la bienvenida a la palabra que ha sido sembrada en ti…” y a ser “hacedores de la palabra y no solo a escucharla”. La palabra de Dios es un mensaje de amor, misericordia, compasión y libertad para todas las personas ¿Esto se ve en nuestras vidas? ¿Estamos enraizados en la Buena Nueva de tal manera que se derrama hacia otros? CCCTX bulletin announcements Aug. 14-15 Catholic Charities of Central Texas works to eliminate poverty in our community. We offer financial stability services to help prevent homelessness and achieve financial security through case management, education, and emergency financial assistance. For more information, call 512-651-6100 (Austin) or 979-822-9340 (Brazos Valley). Catholic Charities of Central Texas trabaja para eliminar la pobreza en nuestra comunidad. Ofrecemos servicios de estabilización financiera para ayudar a prevenir la vida sin hogar y para alcanzar seguridad financiera a través del manejo de casos, educación, y asistencia financiera de emergencia. Para mayor información, llame al (512) 651-6100 (Austin) o al 979-822-9340 (Brazos Valley). Aug. 21-22 Catholic Charities of Central Texas seeks to help the most vulnerable in our communities to thrive in their God-given gifts. Next weekend is Catholic Charities Weekend throughout the Diocese of Austin. Stay tuned for more information at next week’s mass, check out our social media, and visit www.ccctx.org next weekend to learn how you can become part of the Catholic Charities’ mission as well! Caridades Católicas del Centro de Texas busca ayudar a los más vulnerables en nuestras comunidades para que triunfen con los dones que Dios les ha dado. El próximo fin de semana es el Fin de Semana de Caridades Católicas a lo largo de la Diócesis de Austin. ¡Estén atentos para obtener más información en la misa de la próxima semana! Vaya a nuestras redes sociales, y visite www.ccctx.org el próximo fin de semana para aprender cómo puede usted también volverse parte de la misión de Caridades Católicas! Aug. 28-29 (Catholic Charities Weekend) Catholic Charities of Central Texas is thrilled to celebrate Catholic Charities Weekend! We are here to serve YOU as the social service arm of the Diocese of Austin. Did you know? CCCTX serves anyone in need, regardless of faith tradition, in all 25 counties in our Diocese! We have six programs that promote human dignity and life: • Counseling Services • Disaster Response • Financial Stability • Immigration Legal Services • St. Gabriel’s Pregnancy and Parenting Program • St. Michael’s Veteran Services Learn more and get involved at www.ccctx.org. ¡Caridades Católicas del Centro de Texas se complace en celebrar el Fin de Semana de Caridades Católicas! Estamos aquí para servirle a USTED como el brazo del trabajo social de la Diócesis de Austin. ¿Sabía que…? Caridades Católicas sirve a cualquier persona necesitada, sin importar su tradición de fe ¡en todos los 25 condados en nuestra Diócesis! • Servicios de Consejería • Respuesta ante Desastres • Estabilidad Financiera • Servicios Legales para Inmigración • Programa San Gabriel de Embarazo y Crianza • Servicios a Veteranos San Miguel Aprenda más e involúcrese en www.ccctx.org. Cedarbrake retreats Greater than a Mother’s Love: The Maternal-Fraternal Tension of Francis’s and Clare’s Spirituality will be held Aug. 20-22 at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in Temple. Sts. Francis and Clare both invited the Franciscan family to live as mothers, brothers, sisters and spouses of Jesus in the household of the ONE father who is God. This retreat will consider the family life of both Francis and Clare and how their experience of their parents and siblings challenges the Franciscan family to live as brothers, sisters and mothers to each other under the care of only ONE Father modeled by Mary, Mother of God. Prof. Gilberto Cavazos-González, OFM is a Friar Minor with a doctorate in spirituality from the Pontifical University Antonianum (Rome). Because of the pandemic, he will give his talks virtually from Rome. Franciscan Father Albert Haase will be present to facilitate the weekend, guide the discussion and celebrate Mass. Cost for the weekend retreat is $265 for a private room, $215 for a double and $125 commuter rate. Price includes meals and linens. Register by calling (254) 780-2436 or at www.cedarbrake.org. Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center en Temple será el anfitrión de Sanación a Través del Corazón de Jesús, un retiro en español del 27 al 29 de agosto, presentado por el Padre Charlie Garza, párroco de la parroquia St. Albert the Great en Austin. Este retiro se enfoca en nuestra identidad como seres amados de Dios y las heridas que nos impiden vivir esa identidad. El costo es de $240 por una habitación individual, $190 por persona por una habitación compartida y $100 para aquellos que deseen asistir y viajar diariamente. El precio también incluye las comidas. Regístrese en www.austindiocese.org/cedarbrakeo llame al (254) 780-2436. Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in Temple will host Healing Through the Heart of Jesus, a retreat in Spanish, Aug. 27-29, presented by Father Charlie Garza, pastor of St. Albert the Great Parish in Austin. This retreat focuses on our identity as God's loved ones and the hurts that prevent us from living that identity. The cost is $240 for a single room, $190 per person for a shared room and $100 for those who wish to attend and commute each day. The price also includes meals. Register at www.austindiocese.org/cedarbrake or call (254) 780-2436. Volunteers needed for Compassus Hospice Compassus Hospice is seeking friendly volunteers, in the Central Texas area, to provide end of life support to patients and their families. Office administrative support and compassionate in person opportunities are available. Counties served include Williamson, Burnet, Blanco, Bastrop, Hays, Travis and Caldwell. For more information, please contact the volunteer coordinator at annette.rierson@compassus.com. YCP is ‘Working in Witness for Christ’ Young Catholic Professionals (YCP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to challenge, train and inspire young adults working in various professions to “Work in Witness for Christ.” The Austin Chapter of YCP invites all ages to get involved in our ministry: · 20s & 30s: Enjoy refreshments, find new friends and hear faith and career advice from local Catholic business leaders at our events! · 40+: Serve the young adults in your community as a mentor, board member or financial supporter of YCP. YCP offers a variety of events to foster Catholic identity, encourage community and inspire action. To learn more and to check out some upcoming events, visit www.ycpaustin.org or www.facebook.com/YCPAustin. Pathway to Healing Seminar The diocesan Tribunal will host “Pathway to Healing Seminar – A Spiritual and Emotional Healing Experience” Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the diocesan Pastoral Center in Austin. The purpose of this seminar is to help participants begin a journey in awareness of the healing process of nullity (annulment) through a straight-to-the-heart response to persons considering or already seeking a declaration of nullity. The seminar is a time for reflecting on the demise of one's marriage by taking a journey from pain and loneliness to acceptance and healing. For questions, contact Patricia Thompson at (512) 970-7063. To register, visit www.austindiocese.org/pathwaytohealing. Rural Life Mass is Aug. 11 The annual Rural Life Mass will be celebrated Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. at St. Mary Parish Hearne. Bishop Joe Vásquez will celebrate the Mass, which celebrates the recent harvest. A reception will follow the Mass. Call St. Mary Parish to register to attend the reception at (979) 279-2233. Learn more about Troops of St. George Learn more about the Troops of St. George (TSG) while sharing a pint together on Aug. 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Rentsch Brewery in Georgetown. TSG #22 supports the Austin area by bringing fathers and sons together using the outdoors in a Catholic environment. This joint journey of fathers and sons will help grow members spiritually, mentally and physically in accordance with the Catholic Church. For more information, e-mail Robert Feldman at rob.feldman@gmail.com or call (979) 492-3140. Homecoming Festival, St. Monica in Cameron St. Monica Parish in Cameron will host its Homecoming Festival Aug. 15 on the parish grounds. Barbecue beef and sausage plates ($12 each) will be served beginning at 10 a.m. Other activities will include games, a live auction, live music and a horseshoe and cornhole tournament at 1 p.m. Bazaar, St. Mary in Ellinger St. Mary Parish near Ellinger will host its 71st annual Bazaar Aug. 22 at the Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Community Center. A drive-through meal of fried chicken and sausage with all of the trimmings will begin at 10:30 a.m. The online auction will begin Aug. 13 and end Aug. 21 at 3 p.m. Details: stmaryellinger.com (click on Bazaar link). Christ Our Hope is Aug. 28 The Diocese of Austin Secretariat of Life, Charity and Justice will host a gathering entitled "Christ Our Hope" for leaders and volunteers whose faith inspires them to respond to current challenges in contemporary society, lay leadership, poverty, immigration and the promotion of human life and dignity. Join us on Aug. 28 from 8 a.m. to noon at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish in Pflugerville. For more information or to register visit the event page on the diocesan website at www.austindiocese.org/christ-our-hope. All are welcome! La Secretaría de Vida, Caridad y Justicia de la Diócesis de Austin llevará a cabo una reunión que congregará a líderes y voluntarios parroquiales cuya fe los inspira a responder a los desafíos actuales relacionados con la evangelización en la sociedad contemporánea, el liderazgo laico, la pobreza, la injusticia y la promoción de la vida humana y su dignidad. Acompáñenos el sábado 28 de agosto de 8 a.m. a 12 p.m. en la parroquia de St. Elizabeth of Hungary en Pflugerville. Visite http://www.austindiocese.org/cristo-nuestra-esperanza para más información o inscripciones. Taco Vocacional Adultos Jovenes: ¿Qué es una vocación? ¿Cuál es tu vocación? Ven y escucha; Dios te esta llamando a algo magnífico. “Taco Vocacional,” es una serie de cuatro semanas donde veremos cómo oír tu vocación y nutrirla. Únete a nosotros los martes comenzando el 31 de agosto al 21 de septiembre de 6:30 a 8:30 p.m. en el Pastoral Center en Austin. Para jóvenes solteros (18 a 35) contenido en español. Para obtener detalles, visite www.austindiocese.org/agentes-de-pastoral-juvenil o llame al (512) 949-2466. Young adults: What is a vocation? What is your vocation? Come and listen; God is calling you to something wonderful. “Taco Vocacional” is a series of four weekly sessions where participants discuss how to hear your vocation and nourish it. Join us Tuesdays from Aug. 31 to Sept. 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pastoral Center in Austin. These sessions are for single adults (ages 18 to 35); all content will be in Spanish. Visit www.austindiocese.org/agentes-de-pastoral-juvenil for details or call (512) 949-2466. EIM update REPORT ABUSE Report abuse of a minor, elderly adult or an adult with a disability to local law enforcement or to the Texas Abuse Hotline at www.txabusehotline.org or (800) 252-5400 and to the diocese at www.austindiocese.org/report-abuse or (512) 949-2447. REPORTE EL ABUSO Reporte el abuso de un menor, un adulto mayor o un adulto con una discapacidad a las autoridades locales del cumplimiento de la ley o a la Línea Directa del Abuso de Texas en www.txabusehotline.org o llamando al (800) 252-5400 y a la diócesis de Austin en www.austindiocese.org/report-abuse o llamando al (512) 949-2447. HAVE YOU, OR HAS SOMEONE YOU KNOW, EXPERIENCED ABUSE? Bishop Joe S. Vásquez and the Diocese of Austin are committed to providing compassionate care to persons who have experienced abuse, particularly if committed by clergy or a church representative. If you or someone you know have experienced such abuse, contact the diocesan Coordinator of Victim Assistance and Pastoral Support at (512) 949-2400. ¿HA USTED, O ALGUIEN QUE USTED CONOCE, EXPERIMENTADO ABUSO? El Obispo José Vásquez y la Diócesis de Austin están comprometidos a proveer de cuidado compasivo a personas que hayan experimentado abuso, particularmente si éste fue cometido por clero o un representante de la iglesia. Si usted, o alguien que usted conocer ha experimentado dicho abuso, contacte a la Coordinadora diocesana de Asistencia a las Víctimas y Apoyo Pastoral, llame al (512) 949-2400. REPORT UNETHICAL BEHAVIOR Report unethical behavior by a person serving in ministry to the diocese at www.austindiocese.org/report-other-concerns or (512) 949-2447. REPORTE COMPORTAMIENTO NO ÉTICO Reporte comportamiento no ético por parte de una persona sirviendo en ministerio a la diócesis en www.austindiocese.org/report-other-concerns o llamando al (512) 949-2447. EIM COMPLIANCE EIM Policies require all clergy, religious, seminarians, employees and adult volunteers serving in any EIM compliance-required ministry to submit an EIM Application for Ministry (www.austindiocese.org/application) (one-time only) and attend an in-person EIM Workshop (www.austindiocese.org/initial-eim-training) within 60 days, and update/renew compliance at least once every three years. Online EIM Training (www.austindiocese.org/workshop#EIMOnline) is available for existing applicants who have previously attended a workshop and are due to update/renew their EIM compliance. CUMPLIMIENTO CON EIM Las políticas de EIM requieren a todo el clero, religiosos, seminaristas, empleados y adultos voluntarios sirviendo en cualquier ministerio que requiera el cumplimiento con EIM a entregar una Aplicación de EIM para el Ministerio (https://www.austindiocese.org/application) (una sola vez) y asistir a un Taller de EIM en persona (https://www.austindiocese.org/taller-de-eim) dentro de los primeros 60 días, y a actualizar/renovar su cumplimiento al menos una vez cada tres años. El entrenamiento en línea de EIM (https://www.austindiocese.org/taller-de-eim) está disponible para aplicantes que ya han asistido previamente a un taller y que necesitan actualizar/renovar su cumplimiento con EIM. Follow the Diocese of Austin on social media For up-to-date information from the Diocese of Austin, visit us online at www.austindiocese.org (in English). Find us on Facebook at “Diocese of Austin” and “Diócesis de Austin” (in Spanish). Find us on Twitter at @AustinDiocese. Consider The Catholic Foundation – Diocese of Austin in your will The Catholic Foundation – Diocese of Austin is a non-profit organization established in 2007 to provide a means for individuals and organizations to provide long-term financial stability for the diocese and its churches, schools, agencies and organizations. Through the creation of individual endowments, the Foundation provides a means to generate income to help sustain the long-term strength and viability of Catholic institutions in Central Texas. For more information about how to include the Foundation in your will or estate plan please visit www.catholicfdn.org or contact Scott Whitaker at scott-whitaker@austindiocese.org or (512) 949-2441. Emaus Radio: La nueva forma de escuchar radio Somos una estación de radio en español sin fines de lucro y nuestro propósito es llevar la palabra de Dios a todos las personas de buena voluntad que quieren fortalecerse y ser alimentados por la voluntad de Dios en la vida personal y comunitaria. Nos puede sintonizar en www.emausradio.com. Emaus Radio: La nueva forma de escuchar radio. We are a non-profit Spanish online radio station and our purpose is to bring the word of God to all people of good will who want to be strengthened and nurtured by the will of God in their personal and community life. You can tune us at www.emausradio.com. Relevant Radio, 970 AM, in Austin area Grow in your faith and change your life with Relevant Radio 970 AM - Austin’s “Talk Radio for Catholic Life.” This non-profit, listener-supported Catholic radio station bridges the gap between faith and everyday life - covering topics of the day from a uniquely Catholic perspective. Relevant Radio 970 can be heard on the radio, on the Internet at www.relevantradio.com or on the mobile app, available for Apple or Android devices. Take your faith with you wherever you go - tune in today! Radio Encuentro Radio Encuentro, la única estación Católica de radio en español en la Diócesis de Austin tiene la misión de evangelizar a través de los medios sociales. Radio Encuentro es transmitida en el Centro de Texas a través de Facebook, you tube y en su aplicación Radio encuentro. Radio Encuentro ofrece programas locales e internacionales enfocados en los valores Católicos, la formación de la fe, el fortalecimiento de las familias, el crecimiento espiritual, la justicia social, con noticias del Vaticano y anuncios de la iglesia local. Radio Encuentro, the only Catholic Spanish radio station in the Diocese of Austin, has the mission of evangelizing through social media. Radio Encuentro is broadcast in Central Texas on Facebook, you tube and the aplicación Radio encuentro. Radio Encuentro offers local and international programs focused on Catholic values, faith formation, family reinforcement, spiritual growth, social justice, news from the Vatican and local church announcements.

CDA will be having a bake sale after all weekend masses on the weekend of Nov 21 & 22. Please come out and show them your support.

Our quilts of Mercy group will be selling tickets to win a queen sized quilt. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Tickets may be purchased after weekend masses or at the church office during regular office hours. Drawing will be on Dec 12 on the Feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

We will have an Ultreya group on Thursday evenings at 6:30 after the 5:30 pm mass. Ultreya or reunions of the community as a means of growth in understanding within the Christian community. The after activity of the crusillo movement. Everyone is invited! Ultreya o reunión de la comunidad como una forma de crecer en entendimiento Dentro de la comunidad Cristiana. La actividad después del movimiento de cursillos. Reunimos el jueves a 6:30 después la misa a 5:30 pm . Todos están invitados!

Special thanks to these guys for all their hard work put in to get St. Joseph's CCE prepared for online classes this year! Still work to be done, but we are well on the way! Curtis Stone, Ralph Blanco, Larry Moore, Frank Bajer, Frank Thomas & Jeff Wall. God bless you all!