ST. WILLIAM ROUND ROCK, TEXAS JANUARY 1, 2012 MASSES & READING THIS WEEK MONDAY, January 2: Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops and Doctors of the Church 1 Jn 2:22-28; Ps 98; Jn 1:19-28 6:30 a.m. Deceased Members of Rodriguez Family by Familia Velez 12:15 p.m. Pete Cortez by Michele Kinsler TUESDAY, January 3 1 Jn 2:29 3:6; Ps 98; Jn 1:29-34 12:15 p.m. Ann Spicketts by Rosemary Staus 6 p.m. Sp. Int. Maria Rosario Varon by Familia WEDNESDAY, January 4: Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Religious 1 Jn 3:7-10; Ps 98; Jn 1:35-42 6:30 a.m. Elvira G. Saenz by Sonia Garcia 12:15 p.m. Silvia Garza by Maria Palacios THURSDAY, January 5: Saint John Neumann, Bishop 1 Jn 3:11-21; Ps 100; Jn 1:43-51 12:15 p.m. Brad Majors by Theda Callaway 6:00 p.m. Sp. Int. for the health of Theresa Martinez by Aragon-Mireles Family FRIDAY, January 6: Saint André Bessette, Religious 1 Jn 5:5-13; Ps 147; Mk 1:7-11 or Lk 3:23-38 or 3:23, 31-34, 36, 38 6:30 a.m. Sp. Int. 11th Wedding Anniversary of Mitch and Melissa Read 12:15 p.m. Marcelino and Juanita Torres by Charles and Luz Bundick SATURDAY, January 7: Saint Raymond of Penyafort, Priest 1 Jn 5:14-21; Ps 149; Jn 2:1-11 8:30 a.m. Felicitas Frias departe de Familia Espinosa 5:00 p.m. Lindsay Jones by Gilbert and Elizabeth Hrna SUNDAY, January 8: The Epiphany of the Lord Is 60:1-6; Ps 72; Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12 7:30 a.m. Miguel Esguerra by Mary Luz Pineda 9:30 a.m. For the People of the Parish 11:30 p.m. Sp. Int. Birthday Blessings for Nicholas Burr by parents 1:30 p.m. Nicolas Solis by Isidro Solis (hijo) 5:00 p.m. Sp. Int. The success of Chorisma Bernstein by the Bernstein Family STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE REPORT FOR DECEMBER 25TH Amount Needed Per-Week Offertory Budgeted $ 50,673 Weekly Collection $ 70,743 Above Budget $ 20,070 Year to date Totals (July 1st December 25th) Amount needed $ 1,312,897 Total Sunday collections to date $ 1,317,636 Above year to date budget $ 4,739 Capital Campaign Collection $ 15,985 Capital Campaign Collection $ 5,266,842 Gracias por su apoyo y generosidad! Thank you for your continued support and generosity! Stock Contributions: Stock contributions are appreciated. Please call the church office for details. Online Giving: Please go to our website for easy and secure giving through automatic draft. Debit and credit cards are accepted. Theresa Berru, Linda Trefflich, Laura Orona, Scarlett Ulcak, Harrison Shawhan, Ezekiel Phillips, Mary Jane Koch, Estefana Hernandez, Kris Elander, Ron Rattey Dolores Garcia, Esperanza Rodriguez, Sean McNeil, Albertina Gonzalez Jaimes, Roberto Zamarripa, Jane E. Finegan, Irma Cardenas De Guzman The 2012 tabernacle candle schedule is now open. Stop by the church office for more information. Welcome Sunday January 8 ARE YOU A NEW PARISHIONER? Please join us for coffee, donuts and pancakes at the upcoming Welcome Sunday on January 8 in the Parish Hall after 7:30 a.m. or 9:30 a.m. Mass. Stop by after Mass and meet the priests of our parish, new parishioners, and representatives from different church ministries. Registration is not required. Domingo de Bienvenida 8 de enero ES USTED UN PARROQUIANO NUEVO? Acompáñenos para un café, pan dulce y pancakes en el próximo Domingo de Bienvenida, el 8 de enero, en el Salón Parroquial después de Misa de 7:30 a.m. o 9:30 a.m. Venga después de Misa y conozca a nuestros sacerdotes, otros nuevos parroquianos, y a los representantes de varios ministerios de la iglesia. No se requiere reservación.
WEEK AT A GLANCE Monday, January 2nd 7:00 PM Sunday 5pm Choir Practice Church Choir Room 7:30 PM Saturday 5pm Choir Practice Sacred Heart Chapel Tuesday, January 3rd 5:15 PM Rosario Church 6:00 PM Misa Church 7:00 PM Legion of Mary St. Francis Room 7:00 PM Sunday 11:30am Choir Practice Church Choir Room 7:00 PM Sunday 9:30am Choir Practice Vesting Sacristy Wednesday, January 4th 5:30 AM That Man is You Parish Hall 7:30 AM Catholic Business Network Parish Hall 1:45 PM Catechesis Good Shepherd Ed Ctr Rm 12 5:30 PM Rosary Cenacle Sacred Heart Chapel 7:00 PM Knights of Columbus Mtg. Pavilion 7:00 PM Orientacion de Matrimonios Ofc Conference Room 7:00 PM Sunday 1:30pm Coro Practica Church Choir Room Thursday, January 5th 10:00 AM Regnum Christi Women Ed Ctr Rm 21 4:00 PM Catechesis Good Shepherd Ed Ctr Rm 12 4:45 PM American Heritage Girls Pavilion 6:00 PM Misa Church 7:00 PM Astronomer's View Star of Bethlehem Ed Ctr Rm 25/27 7:00 PM CRSP Mujeres Reunion Semanal Pavilion 7:00 PM Legion de Maria Church Cry Rm North 7:00 PM Marriage Orientation Church Bridal Room 7:00 PM Opus Dei Women Sacred Heart Chapel 7:00 PM Sunday 7:30am Coro Practica Church Choir Room 7:30 PM Praise & Worship Church Cry Rm South 7:45 PM Opus Dei Women Ed Ctr Rm 23 8:00 PM Legion de Maria-Jovenes Ed Ctr Rm 21 8:00 PM Legion of Mary Young Adults Ed Ctr Rm 23 9:00 PM Grupo Juvenil Holy Hour Sacred Heart Chapel Saturday, January 7th 8:30 AM Mass/Misa Sacred Heart Chapel 9:00 AM Antiguo y Nuevo Testamento Ed Ctr Rm 24/26 9:00 AM Bautismos Church 9:00 AM Conquest Boys Club Ed Ctr Rm 21 9:00 AM Divina Misericordia Cenaculos Parish Hall Section 1 9:15 AM First Saturday Rosary Sacred Heart Chapel 10:00 AM Baptism Parent Class Ed Ctr Rm 14/16 10:00 AM Conquest Boys Club Ed Ctr Rm 13 11:00 AM Bautismo Sesion para Padres Ed Ctr Rm 15/17 3:00 PM Asian Council 1st Saturday Rosary Sacred Heart Chapel 3:00 PM Saturday 5pm Choir Practice Church Choir Room 3:30 PM Reconciliation Church 5:00 PM Mass Church Thank you Fr. Dean, Fr. Jonathan and Msgr. Louis wish to express our profound gratitude to the many parishioners who sent us cards, baked goods and other gifts for Christmas. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. We wish you all a Blessed New Year. Muchas Gracias... Padre Dean, Padre Jonathan, y Monseñor Louis les expresamos nuestra gratitud a los muchos parroquianos que nos enviaron tarjetas, postres, y otros regalos para Navidad. Apreciamos su apoyo continuo. Les deseamos un Bendito Año Nuevo. Friday, January 6th 7:00 AM Reconciliation Church 9:00 AM Catechesis Good Shepherd Ed Ctr Rm 12 7:00 PM First Friday Mass Sacred Heart Chapel 8:00 PM CRSP Hombre's Ed Ctr Rm 15/17 8:00 PM Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial Ed Ctr Rm 24/26 8:00 PM Estudio de Biblia Ed Ctr Rm 11 Please patronize and thank our bulletin sponsors.
JESUS IS LORD COURSE - Open House & Information Session January 12 Keynote Speaker: Fr. Dean Wilhelm Come, take a walk through our Christian beginnings and learn the truth about our Catholic faith and heritage that is built upon the Word of God, the Word that became flesh in Jesus Christ. Come! Jesus invites you to learn about the innermost mysteries of the Trinity and how we fit into God s plan. The Adult Faith Formation program was designed to bring you the truth about the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as you journey with Christ. No matter where you are on your spiritual walk with Christ, the Adult Faith Formation program is for you. Jesus is Lord Course - Open House & Information Session Thursday, January 12 from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saint William -Parish Hall Childcare provided How do I know if Adult Faith Formation is for me? Do you ever wonder how you can deepen your faith walk on a daily basis? Do you find yourself wanting to learn more but don t know where to start? Are you in a spiritual rut or questioning what God s Will is for you? Would you like to meet others who are going through similar life experiences as yours? If you can identify with any of the previous questions, then please join our Open House and Information Session and learn more about how to make Jesus the Lord of your life. For more information, contact Noe Rocha at 512-600-8166, or email nrocha@saintwilliams.org. An Astronomer's View of the Star of Bethlehem January 5 All are invited to the presentation: An Astronomer s View of the Star of Bethlehem. This event is free and open to the general community. January 5 at 7:00 PM Saint William Education Center, Room 25/27 The stellar event outlined in the Gospel of Matthew was significant enough to prompt the magi to make a lengthy journey to find the newborn King of the Jews. Come learn more about a leading explanation of the unique and spectacular astronomical events that announced Jesus' Conception and Birth and led the Magi to find Jesus. You'll see video of the night sky from ancient Babylon and Jerusalem and learn more about how the people of that time viewed the stars. This amazing presentation will bring a whole new appreciation to Christmas. Talleres de Oración y Vida 14 de enero Talleres de Oración y Vida del Padre Ignacio Larrañaga te invita a vivir un encuentro personal con el Señor a través de diferentes modalidades de oración en donde su amor te hará transitar por caminos de fe, perdón, abandono, alegría y paz en Cristo Jesús, dando paso a una vida nueva con Jesús en tu corazón. No te pierdas esta oportunidad. Ven y participa. La sesión de Apertura se llevara a cabo el sábado, 14 de enero, 2012 de 9:00am-11:00 am, en el salón # 25. Ven a esta sesión informativa y entérate de que se trata y como puede ayudarte en tu vida espiritual y personal. Save the Date MATTHEW KELLY January 29, 2012 LIVE at St. William. The BEST speaker you ll hear all year! Do many of your friends and family members think Catholicism has nothing to offer the modern world? Do some think Catholicism is nothing more than a lifeless set of ancient rules and regulations? Do you even have doubts yourself about the relevancy of different aspects of the Catholic faith? At a time when many Catholics are disillusioned, questioning their faith, and filled with doubts about the relevance of Catholicism in the modern world, the voice of one man cries out with clarity and inspiration to the world's largest faith community. Take your spiritual life to a whole new level! Come see Matthew Kelly, best-selling author and motivational speaker, LIVE, here at Saint William. He ll take on the hard issues facing Catholics and challenge us to rediscover the relevance of Catholicism to our culture today. Religious Education/ Educación Religiosa HIGH SCHOOL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COME! - BE ENERGIZED! - INVITE SOMEONE! Do not miss this opportunity to hear one of the most dynamic and sought-after voices of our time! Powerful for regular parishioners. Engaging for those searching for a faith home. Captivating for young people. JANUARY 29 7PM IN THE MAIN CHURCH TICKETS ADULTS - $20, STUDENTS - $10 Purchase tickets online, visit www.saintwilliams.org., or stop by the church office. DCYC (Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference) All High School Youth are encouraged to sign up for an outstanding weekend of faith and more this January 20-22nd in Waco, TX. Pick up a form at the office, or online. For more information about the above mentioned bulletin items, please contact Chris Bartlett, Director of Saint William Youth Ministry, at 512-600-8173.
Catholic Social Teaching Corner Social Concerns The central characters in today s Gospel are the shepherds. When Jesus was born, they were not seen as good Jews or good citizens. The first persons to worship Christ and to be welcomed by Mary were outcasts. Like Mary and Jesus are we willing to see outcasts with new eyes? Men's Discernment Dinner for high school-age men January 4 A Discernment Dinner for single, Catholic men (high school age) will be held Jan. 4 at 7 p.m. at St. William Parish Rectory in Round Rock. Men with an openness to encountering Christ, discovering their identity, and their mission are invited to join others for dinner, evening prayer, a presentation, and discussion. For more information, contact Father Jonathan Raia at (512) 255-4473 or frjonathan@saintwilliams.org. Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial Empezando los últimos de Enero El movimiento del Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial te invita a descubrir el regalo que el Señor tiene para tu matrimonio. En esta experiencia tu relación se renovara y vitalizara a través de una comunicación abierta e intima. La próxima experiencia será en ENERO 20, 21, 22 y MARZO 16, 17 Y 18 del 2012. Para mas información comunicarse con los Sres. Navor y Felicia Andrade al 512-825-9238 / 825-2416. The Pro-Life Place St. Vincent s Corner Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God: Today is the feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. We also celebrate that we all belong to the holy family of God, which makes us brothers and sisters to each other. Please remember to support the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in 2012 so that together we can continue to bring comfort and peace to our brothers and sisters who are poor and suffering. May the peace and joy of the New Year be yours! May the New Year bring you abundant blessings of life, peace, and joy through Jesus, Our Lord and Savior! ~ St. William Pro-Life Members Texas Annual Pro-Life Day Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012 - begins at San Jose Parish with 7 a.m. prayer vigil, 9:45 a.m. Rosary for Life, and 10:30a.m. Mass celebrated by Bishop Joe Vásquez. The Texas Rally for Life March to the Capitol begins at 1 p.m. followed by Party for Life at UT Catholic Center. For more information call (512) 949-2486. Crisis Pregnancy? Suffering from an abortion? Call 1-877-WeCare2. We want to help YOU! PASTORAL CARE Liturgy Debbie George 600-8158 Divorce & Beyond Debbie George 600-8158 Bereavement Ministry Debbie George 600-8158 Hospital visit (English) Mary DiBonito Hospital visit (Español) Martha Estrada 417-8722 Homebound (English) Mary Cavett 388-0016 Homebound (Spanish) Martha Estrada 417-8722 Nursing Home Ministry Azucena Overman 627-6423 SPIRITUAL LIFE Eucharist Adoration Karina Hernandez 750-4676 Pilgrim Statue Our Lady of Grace Debbie Davis 244-2324 Estatua Peregrina Nuestra Senora de Gracia Rosie Russi 828-4772 Praise & Worship Les & Gabriele Miller 255-5058 Prayer Line Joan A. Price 244-0814 Parish Bible Study George Price 244-0814 Legion of Mary Lynda Villasana 269-0023 Vocations Deb Trahan 246-6785 OUTREACH SERVICE Gabriel Project/Project Rachel Toll Free Hotline (877)932-2732 Round Rock Caregivers Michael Forbes 310-1060 Pro-Life Office 255-4473 English-as-a-Second Language Alfredo Padilla 586-6659 Sacred Heart Community Clinic Liz Burton-Garcia 827-7422 MINISTERIOS HISPANOS Ministerios Hispanos Deacon Rudy Rios 255-4473 Apostoles Divina Misericordia Gloria Zuniga 369-3541 Encuentro Matrimonial Ramon y Mildred Bodon 254-592-2009 Grupo de Oración Agua Viva Sylvia Gutierrez 567-3527 Amigos en Cristo Grupo Juvenil Hugo Sanchez 627-8635 Guadalupanas Becky Diaz 705-1499 Lectores Felipe Castañeda 310-8766 Legión de Mariá Rosie Russi 828-4772 Quinceañeras Deacon Rudy Rios 255-4473 Movimiento Familiar Cristiano Zeferino y Victoria Jacinto 388-1683 Santa Comunión Lucy Montealvo 567-8961 Daniel Rendon 680-2456 ORGANIZATIONS African-American Council Ada Muoneke 636-9359 American Heritage Girls Debbie Gonzales 751-0254 Asian Council Indra D Mello 218-4097 Catholic Daughters Mary Mendoza 255-3059 Junior Catholic Daughters Annette Sprawls 497-2878 Christ Child Society Julie Schultz 246-8934 K.J.T. Society #134 Tina Risinger 310-9010 Knights of Columbus Robert Saldibar, Grand Knight 565-7721 Knights of Columbus (store) 600-8177 Ladies Guild Margie Howard 748-7161 WilCoYA Ministry 827-9292 SACRED HEART COMMUNITY CLINIC HOURS: Tues., 5 pm-8 pm; Sat. 8 am-noon; Mon.-Fri. 9 am-noon HORARIO: Mart.., 5 p.m.-8 p.m.; Sab. 8am-12pm; Lun.-Vier.. 9am-12pm
THANK YOU from the Just Because Christmas Project We want to thank all the parishioners of St William for your support of the Just Because Christmas Project. We were able to expand the support to the Wounded Warrior Project, Laura's Cancer Patients project, the homeless, the Case Care project, and Brody's Gift Project. MORNING PRAYER Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:15am Come and join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:15 a.m. in the Adoration Chapel for Morning Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours. The Liturgy of the Hours is the official prayer of the Church, second only to the Mass in importance! Morning Prayer takes about 15 minutes and is a great way to start your day. Come over after 6:30 a.m. Mass or come just for Morning Prayer. For more information, call 512-255-4473. Registration is not required. All are invited. Legion of Mary Information Session January 21 Looking to get involved in a ministry to grow in your faith this New Year? Come to an Informational Session and learn more about the Legion of Mary on: January 21 12:30 p.m.-1:30p.m. Saint William Education Center, Room #15 and #17 We will also have books on the Holy Rosary, rosaries, scapulars and other information. For more information, contact Lynda Villasana at 512-269-0023 Sesión de Información Legión de Maria 21 de enero Esta buscando un ministerio para fortalecer su fe este Año Nuevo? Todos están invitados a una sesión de información acerca de La Legión de María 21 de enero 2:00 p.m.-3:00p.m. Saint William Centro de Educación Salones #15 y #17. También tendremos Libros del Santo Rosario, rosarios, escapularios y más información. Para más información, por favor de llamar a Lynda Villasana al 512-269-0023. SAVE THE DATE Sweetheart Dinner & Dance February 10 All are invited to the Saint William Sweetheart Dinner and Dance on February 10, 2012 starting at 6pm in Saint William Parish Hall. This year s dance will feature music by Grammy Award Winner, Ruben Ramos, Raffle for gift baskets, door prizes, and more. Ticket Information Tickets cost $30 per person (includes dinner); $35 at the door (only 300 tickets will be sold). Beer, wine, set-ups will be available for sale. For complete details, visit www.saintwilliams.org or call: 512-635-4707 Julio Campos 512-968-2197 Gloria Vallejo 512-600-8152 Bea Wills SAVE THE DATE Spirit of Saint William January 14 All ministry leaders, please save the date, for the next Spirit of Saint William. All ministry leaders will be gathering on January 14 at 6:30pm in the Parish Hall. You will receive an invitation by email to confirm your attendance. Thank you for all your hard work in serving the parishioners of Saint William! Stewardship Committee Members Needed A new year calls for a renewed commitment to Saint William and its ministries. One ministry in particular, needs YOUR help. The Stewardship Committee meets monthly to discuss ways in which they can support ALL ministries of Saint William and increase the awareness and importance of stewardship in the community. The Stewardship Committee plays a part in planning the Spirit of Saint William gatherings for ministry leaders, recognizing those who give their time and talent to make Saint William the thriving parish that it is, and working together with our parish priests to ensure that stewardship is a part of the daily parish life. We are in need of committed parishioners who want to take our ministry to the next level. The next meeting is January 9 at 6:30pm in the parish office conference room. Please email Ana-Cristina Gonzalez agonzalez@saintwilliams.org 600-8179 if you are feeling called to support our parish in this way or have questions about the committee. Vocations Committee Book Drive to help the Diocese of Austin Seminarians Do you have gently used books you ve finished reading? The Vocations Committee is collecting such books of all kinds: novels, cookbooks, old and new titles, children s books, religious books, videos, CDs, DVDs, and even audio tapes to raise money for gifts to seminarians of our Diocese. We will sell your books to Half-Price Books and use the money to purchase gift cards. Please bring your books to the Narthex of the church between January 15 and January 22. A table will be available after the Sunday Masses and on all weekdays in between. For more information, contact Fr. Jonathan Raia at 512-255-4473 or email frjonathan@saintwilliams.org Comité de Vocaciones Colectando Libros para ayudar a los Seminaristas Tiene libros suavemente usados que ha terminado leer? El Comité de Vocaciones esta colectando libros de todas clases: novelas, libros de cocina, nuevos títulos y viejos, libros de niños, libros religiosos, videos, CDs, DVDs, e incluso audio cassets para recaudar dinero para regalos a seminaristas de nuestra Diócesis. Venderemos sus libros a Half-Price-Books y usaremos el dinero para comprar tarjetas de regalo. Por favor traiga sus libros al Narthex de la iglesia entre el 15 de enero y 22 de enero. Una mesa estará disponible después de las Misas de domingo y durante la semana entera. Para más información, contacte Fr. Jonathan Raia al 512-255-4473 o manda un correo electrónico frjonathan@saintwilliams.org