Natural Family Planning (NFP) Seminars are open to anyone within the Diocese of Austin. In the introduction session you will:
•Understand that NFP is fertility awareness
•Hear how simple NFP is and what it is like on a day-to-day basis
•Discover that NFP is 99% effective at postponing pregnancy
•Receive a signed certificate that you can present to your priest or deacon indicating that you attended the session.
Introductory seminars are structured to satisfy the Austin diocese requirement for marriage preparation for all parishes.
Intro classes are free of charge. To register email Amanda and Ryan Ransom at ransomsnfp@gmail.com.
•Understand that NFP is fertility awareness
•Hear how simple NFP is and what it is like on a day-to-day basis
•Discover that NFP is 99% effective at postponing pregnancy
•Receive a signed certificate that you can present to your priest or deacon indicating that you attended the session.
Introductory seminars are structured to satisfy the Austin diocese requirement for marriage preparation for all parishes.
Intro classes are free of charge. To register email Amanda and Ryan Ransom at ransomsnfp@gmail.com.
Baby clothes needed -The Gabriel Project Life Center of Catholic Charities of Central Texas serves hundreds of
families each year. They educate families on nutrition and child care and provide material items for women and their
children who are in need. With the hot summer months coming, they are in need of children’s clothes from newborn
to 24 months. For more information, contact Yjaira Lara at (512) 651-6120.
families each year. They educate families on nutrition and child care and provide material items for women and their
children who are in need. With the hot summer months coming, they are in need of children’s clothes from newborn
to 24 months. For more information, contact Yjaira Lara at (512) 651-6120.
Meetup for Those Touched by Adoption: All those who have ever made an adoption plan for a child, adopted a child or
are in the process of adopting a child, are a foster parent, or those who were adopted are invited to come together and
say what you need from the faith community to feel supported and encouraged in your adoption story. We will meet at 7 PM on Thursday, May 17 in Brennan Auditorium at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in northwest Austin and begin with praying a rosary together that features special meditations on the adoption journey, followed by light refreshments and time to get to know one another. Please RSVP at www.adoptionmeetup2018.eventbrite.com. For more info., contact shap@teachmehealme.com
are in the process of adopting a child, are a foster parent, or those who were adopted are invited to come together and
say what you need from the faith community to feel supported and encouraged in your adoption story. We will meet at 7 PM on Thursday, May 17 in Brennan Auditorium at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in northwest Austin and begin with praying a rosary together that features special meditations on the adoption journey, followed by light refreshments and time to get to know one another. Please RSVP at www.adoptionmeetup2018.eventbrite.com. For more info., contact shap@teachmehealme.com
Outside our Parish Foster Care:
Have you ever considered being a full time or part time foster parent? There are many ways you could help foster children and give them hope. Please call me to schedule a meeting a michelle@texasfostercare.org or via phone at 512-394-6854. I look forward to meeting you or call Marsha at Sacred Heart -512-897-7050 for more information.
CPR Class: Would you like to be Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED Certified? I am offering the class in this area for $30 per person. Please contact Michelle at via phone at 512-905-6598 or michelle@texasfostercare.org to schedule a class or call Marsha at Sacred Heart @ 512-897-7050 for more information.
Have you ever considered being a full time or part time foster parent? There are many ways you could help foster children and give them hope. Please call me to schedule a meeting a michelle@texasfostercare.org or via phone at 512-394-6854. I look forward to meeting you or call Marsha at Sacred Heart -512-897-7050 for more information.
CPR Class: Would you like to be Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED Certified? I am offering the class in this area for $30 per person. Please contact Michelle at via phone at 512-905-6598 or michelle@texasfostercare.org to schedule a class or call Marsha at Sacred Heart @ 512-897-7050 for more information.
Homecoming Bazaar, Sacred Heart in Rockne- Sacred Heart Parish will host their homecoming bazaar on the parish
grounds on Sunday, September 2, 2018, 11:00 AM- A lunch of fried chicken, sausage, chicken and dressing and all the
trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adult plates are $10; Children under 10 are $5. Games and refreshments
start at noon. Live auction is at 1:30 p.m.
grounds on Sunday, September 2, 2018, 11:00 AM- A lunch of fried chicken, sausage, chicken and dressing and all the
trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adult plates are $10; Children under 10 are $5. Games and refreshments
start at noon. Live auction is at 1:30 p.m.
Fullness of Truth: Angels & Demons: Discerning the Glorious from the Fallen. Sat. Sept. 28 & 29- Saint Mary Cathedral-Austin. (Fri. 5:30 PM Sat. 7:30 AM
Boxed lunch included on Sat.) This will be a transformational weekend! Invite others! These exciting topics will cover the background knowledge of the Creation and mission of the angels from the beginning. Why did the fallen angels fall? Learn more about the incredible trial of the angels and the battle over the human family. Discover the mission and role of the angels in our lives. You will understand the principles of the angelic ministry to show that the angels have an indispensable role (according to God's rule) in every aspect of the Church's life and our personal lives. You will
walk away with a deeper inspiration for a devotion to the angels, not just a discernment of spirits. General Admission:
$45 Family Pass: $110 Priority Seraphim: $85(includes reserved seating front rows & Tote bag. Clergy/Religious: FREE.
For more info or to register visit fullnessoftruth.org
Boxed lunch included on Sat.) This will be a transformational weekend! Invite others! These exciting topics will cover the background knowledge of the Creation and mission of the angels from the beginning. Why did the fallen angels fall? Learn more about the incredible trial of the angels and the battle over the human family. Discover the mission and role of the angels in our lives. You will understand the principles of the angelic ministry to show that the angels have an indispensable role (according to God's rule) in every aspect of the Church's life and our personal lives. You will
walk away with a deeper inspiration for a devotion to the angels, not just a discernment of spirits. General Admission:
$45 Family Pass: $110 Priority Seraphim: $85(includes reserved seating front rows & Tote bag. Clergy/Religious: FREE.
For more info or to register visit fullnessoftruth.org
From the Ethics Office-Ethics and Integrity compliance is required of all clergy, religious, seminarians, diocesan, parish and Catholic school employees, and adult lay persons who volunteer in ministry with minors or vulnerable adults; or in any ministry, program or organization that serves youth or vulnerable adults in any manner, or functions at a time and place
where they are typically present. To be compliant, one submits an EIM Application for Ministry (one time only) and attends an EIM Workshop every three years. Contact your parish/school EIM site administrator or go to www.austindiocese.org/eim-compliance to learn more about the EIM Application and EIM Workshop. NOTE: there is now only one EIM Workshop, which replaces the former Basic/Refresher model. When you are next due for a workshop, you will attend the EIM Workshop.
**If you are a victim of sexual abuse and have concerns regarding your attendance at a workshop, please contact
Emily Hurlimann at (512) 949-2447 to discuss an alternative workshop arrangement**
where they are typically present. To be compliant, one submits an EIM Application for Ministry (one time only) and attends an EIM Workshop every three years. Contact your parish/school EIM site administrator or go to www.austindiocese.org/eim-compliance to learn more about the EIM Application and EIM Workshop. NOTE: there is now only one EIM Workshop, which replaces the former Basic/Refresher model. When you are next due for a workshop, you will attend the EIM Workshop.
**If you are a victim of sexual abuse and have concerns regarding your attendance at a workshop, please contact
Emily Hurlimann at (512) 949-2447 to discuss an alternative workshop arrangement**
"La Coronación de la Virgen de Fátima"
Saturday, August 18, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM The Austin Rosary Crusade (La Cruzada del Rosario de Austin) ofrecerá una
celebración titulada "La Coronación de la Virgen de Fátima" el 18 de agosto de 7:45 a.m. a 4 p.m en la St. Mary
Cathedral en Austin. Las familias están invitadas a esta celebración la cual tendrá dos presentaciones, Misa, confesiones, un servicio de sanación y mucho más. El costo es de $5 para los adultos; los niños de diez años y menores,
gratis. Para mayor información, contacte a Ignacio Moreno al (512) 443-4111.
The Austin Rosary Crusade (La Cruza del Rosario de Austin) will host a celebration entitled “La Coronación de la Virgen de Fatima” on Aug. 18 from 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Mary Cathedral in Austin. Families are invited to this celebration which will feature two presentation, Mass, confessions, healing service and much more. The cost is $5 for adults; children 10 and under are free. For more information, contact Ignacio Moreno at (512)
Saturday, August 18, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM The Austin Rosary Crusade (La Cruzada del Rosario de Austin) ofrecerá una
celebración titulada "La Coronación de la Virgen de Fátima" el 18 de agosto de 7:45 a.m. a 4 p.m en la St. Mary
Cathedral en Austin. Las familias están invitadas a esta celebración la cual tendrá dos presentaciones, Misa, confesiones, un servicio de sanación y mucho más. El costo es de $5 para los adultos; los niños de diez años y menores,
gratis. Para mayor información, contacte a Ignacio Moreno al (512) 443-4111.
The Austin Rosary Crusade (La Cruza del Rosario de Austin) will host a celebration entitled “La Coronación de la Virgen de Fatima” on Aug. 18 from 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Mary Cathedral in Austin. Families are invited to this celebration which will feature two presentation, Mass, confessions, healing service and much more. The cost is $5 for adults; children 10 and under are free. For more information, contact Ignacio Moreno at (512)
MARRIED COUPLES: Give your marriage a well-deserved vacation. Plan to go on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and come back with a marriage that is refreshed and full of energy! Upcoming weekends are scheduled at Emmaus Catholic Church in Lakeway (non-residential) for July 13-15 and at the Wingate Hotel in Round Rock on September 21-13. To apply online visit: www.austinme.org or contact Michael and Shani Cowart: 512-677-WWME (9963) or email
wwmeaustin@gmail.com. Call early to ensure a space. Para información en español llamen al 512-635-1036
wwmeaustin@gmail.com. Call early to ensure a space. Para información en español llamen al 512-635-1036