February 4 2018 mdash Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time mdash Year B
ST MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH 606 North Bonham St Mexia TX 76667 Phone(254)562-3619 Fax(254)562-6377 Webstmarysmexiaorg
OFFICE HOURS HORARIO DE DESPACHO PARROQUIAL
Sunday 930AM - 1130AM (off 4th Sunday) Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday1000 - 400 PM
Wednesday 200 PM - 800 PM (Summer 1000 AM ndash 400PM)
PARISH CLERGY STAFF VOLUNTEERS
Pastor Rev Fr Justin Nguyen Secretary Juana Rodriguez Cervantes
Email stmarysmexiayahoocom Email juanaperico26yahoocom
Deacon Richard Johnson Finance Manager Mary Seale
Email seatrek76msncom Email stmarysmarygmailcom
Deacon Dwight Mahoney CCE Director Deacon Dwight Mahoney Phone (254) 729-2573 CCE Assistants Filo Contreras
Deacon Gordon Lee Hugo Lira Gladys Mendoza
Phone (254) 562-3635 Parish Council Chairman Michael Gragg
Finance Council Chairman Don Altland
CELEBRATION OF THE SACRAMENTS CELEBRACIOacuteN DE LOS SACRAMENTOS
Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist Sacramento de la Santa Eucaristiacutea
Sunday Masses Misas Dominicales 800 amp 1000 AM (English Ingles) 1200 PM (Spanish Espantildeol)
Weekday Masses Misas entre Semana Tuesday (Martes) - Wednesday (Mieacutercoles) 1210 PM
Thursday (Jueves) - Friday (Viernes) 530 PM
Sacrament of Penance Sacramento de Penitencia
Sunday Domingo 715-745am 915-945am 1115-1145am
Wednesday Mieacutercoles 500PM ndash 600PM
During office hours or by Appointment Durante las horas de la oficina o con cita
Sacrament of Baptism Sacramento de Bautismo
During Sunday Masses Durante las Misas Dominicales
PrendashBaptismal class Clase Pre-Bautismal para padres y padrinos
English class by appointment
Clase en Espantildeol El tercer Domingo de cada mes a las 900AM-1100AM
Sacrament of Matrimony Sacramento de Matrimonio Contact the office at least 6 months in advance
Comunicasen al despacho parroquial con 6 meses de anticipoacute
Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick Sacramento de Uncioacuten de los Enfermos
Contact the priest immediately if you or your family members
are seriously ill will have a major surgery are old aged or in danger of death
Comunicasen con el Paacuterroco mediatamente si usted o un miembro de su familia esta grabe
o va tener una operacioacuten seria o si es la persona es de la tercer edad o esta peligro de muerte
DEVOTION DEVOCIOacuteN
Adoration English Every Friday 1100 AM Adoracioacuten en Espantildeol El tercer Saacutebado de cada mes 700PM
Rosary 30 minutes before Sunday Masses Rosario 30 minutes antes de la Misa Dominical
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
St Marys is a community of believers dedicated to the living worship of God As the only Catholic Church in Limestone County our faith community reflects the ethnic diversity of the towns in which we live We gather to fulfill our mission as disciples of Jesus Christ we hear His Word we celebrate the Sacraments and we witness His love to others Our Christian witness consists of sharing our spiritual gifts with the grace of God and the example and prayers of our patron saint the Im-maculate Conception among us and with others - striving to grow in Holiness
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday
800AM +Donald Teeple
1000AM +Evaristo Guerrero amp +Alondra Contreras
1200PM Pro Populo
Tuesdayndash 1210PM Communion Service
Wednesday-1210PM Communion Service
Thursdayndash 1210PM Communion Service
Fridayndash 1210PM Communion Service
Catholic Social Teaching Corner Feb 3-4 -- Fifth Sunday in Ordinary TimemdashThe reading today
from the Book of Job speaks of the human condition we all face
difficulty sickness pain and death However in the Gospel Jesus
comes as one who heals and comforts Our faith is rooted in the
mystery of life and death None of us escapes our human condition
but in Christ all pain suffering and even death is transformed to
risen life How can we bring hope to those burdened by suffering
and pain this week Who needs our hand and voice to help them
know that God loves and cares for them
Febrero 3-4 -- Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario La lectura de hoy del libro de Job habla de la condicioacuten humana que todos
enfrentamos dificultad enfermedad dolor y muerte Sin embargo
en el Evangelio Jesuacutes aparece como alguien que sana y conforta Nuestra fe estaacute enraizada en el misterio de la vida y la muerte
Ninguno de nosotros escapa nuestra condicioacuten humana pero en Cristo todo el dolor el sufrimiento e incluso la muerte son trans-
formados para traer vida iquestCoacutemo podemos llevar esperanza aque-
llos agobiados por el sufrimiento y el dolor esta semana iquestQuieacutenes necesitan nuestra mano y voz para ayudarles saber que Dios los
ama y se preocupa por ellos
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN REPORT THROUGH 01312018
Total cost of the project $ 1308335
Less Payments Made $121005
Total Savings amp Campaign Payments $ 816000
Needed to complete the project 371330
mdashmdashmdashmdash
Campaign pledges needing to be paid $120770
Additional funds needed 250560
Thank you for your support to this building project Please help us
to achieve our dream by fulfilling your pledges Additional gifts or
pledges will be appreciated
Let us pray for all Service Members Kayla Olguin Tony
Contreras Ramiro Rodriguez Caleb Arrington Karina Rivera
and Pamela Meacutendez After 30 days names will be removed from the list Call the church
office to extend the date
COLLECTION REPORT
Weekly average needed $340000
Offering Last Sunday 012918 $ 3 43525
Thank you for your generosity
RESOURCES FOR CATHOLIC SPIRITUAL amp FAITH PRACTICES
Free wonderful Catholic apps for smartphone This app is based on the popular booklet Short Guide
for Confession It provides clear instructions about
what to do before during and after confession It is
free
Rated 5 stars ldquotalk Radio for Catholic liferdquo on your
phone Hope is rekindled marriages are saved souls
draw closer to Christ and his Church and the truth set
free Be a part of this amazing journey
Pastoral Council members Maria Brim Enrique Crosby
Michael Gragg Marie Keale amp Joanne McCain
Carlos Mendoza Polo Mora and Yocira Ramiacuterez
Finance Council members Rick Schlitt Richard Greff
Don Altland Marcelino Ayala Janice Davis Polo Mora
Ray Zies and Mary Seale
Best Lent Ever Donrsquot give up anything for Lent but give
some meaningful time with the Lord Dynamic Catholic
help you to take 40 days journey to become the-best-
version-of-yourself All you have to do is sign up at
BestLentEvercomsignup
MINISTERS OF THIS WEEK
Altar Servers
800AM Bradley Gragg Madison Gragg Lewis Taylor
Chris Staton amp Alberto Hernaacutendez
1000AM Emilee Davila Jose Contreras Makayla Contreras Mani Contreras amp Samantha Lira
1200PM Ray Mendoza Andres Ramos Oscar Ramos
Ashley De La Cruz amp Mary Jane Sifuentes
Lectors 800AM Janice Davis (L) amp Jo Mahoney (A)
1000AM Jane Schlitt (L) amp Rick Schlitt (A)
1200PM Noeacute Gonzaacutelez (L) amp Hugo Garciacutea (A)
Extraordinary Minister of the Cup
800AM Melissa Holt
1000AM Filo Contreras
1200PM Abraham Garciacutea
PRAYER LIST Please keep in prayer all of those in our community who are
sick in the hospital homebound or coping with health issues
Let us pray for the sick Emily Ray Jane Canterbury Ray
Garciacutea Leo Garciacutea Joanne McCain Charlotte Klaus Ray
Zies Jimmy Burrow Killian Ryan Beard Sheila Higgins Jim
Rodgers Dcn Dwight amp Jo Mahoney KC Russ de Cordova
Jewel Bartlett Jack Telford Ruth Haddick April Pickard
Cathy Hickman Jackie Rayner Paul Thomas Mahoney Lisa
Hill Walter Kimmerling Charles Little and Nelta Little
Let us pray for the deceased Leslie Lambar Donna Scherle
Joseph Cu Nguyen and Ramoacuten Peacuterez Guerreo We pray to the
Lord
Please call the parish office to update the list
Por favor llame al despacho parroquial para actualizar la lista
This week we patronize our bulletin sponsor
Mexia Pest Control
ANUNCIOS EN ESPANtildeOL
Carta de Declaracioacuten de Impuestos Fin de Antildeo La iglesia pre-
paroacute una carta para aquellos que contribuyeron con $ 50000 o maacutes
Pueden ir a recoger su carta al despacho parroquial Si contribuyoacute
menos y todaviacutea necesita una carta comunicasen con nosotros
Contribucioacuten al Edificio El constructor ya comenzoacute a construir el
saloacuten para la doctrina Si no contribuyoacute o prometioacute contribuir con el
nuevo edificio por favor haacutegalo Necesitamos su contribucioacuten ahora
para evitar tomar prestado el dinero con una tasa de intereacutes alta Mu-
chas otras personas han cumplido su promesa Por favor hable con el
Padre Justin o despacho parroquial sobre la contribucioacuten Gracias
Directorio De La Parroquia Se el avisa a todos las familia que se
tomaron la foto para el directorio ya llegaron Por favor pasen al
despacho parroquial durante el horario de trabajo para a recoger su
directorio
Las Sentildeoras del Altar Compre su boleto despueacutes de Misa La rifa
seraacute este Saacutebado 10 de Febrero Solo tiene 1 semana maacutes para com-
pra su boleto de rifa para el collar de El collar tiene el valor de $
800 y seriacutea un regalo maravilloso el diacutea de San Valentiacuten
Comunidad Hispana de Sta Mariacutea Estaraacute vendiendo tamales el
proacuteximo Domingo despueacutes de Misa $1000 la docena Habraacute tama-
les de pollo y puerco La recaudacioacuten es para nuestra Parroquia
Segunda Colecta Especial para el proacuteximo domingo Todas las
parroquias de la Dioacutecesis de Austin haraacute una segunda colecta espe-
cial para el proacuteximo fin de semana el 10 y 11 de Febrero para La
Educacioacuten Superior Catoacutelica Esta colecta apoya directamente a los
programas de pastoral universitarios en los colegios y universidades
en nuestra Dioacutecesis
Por favor devuelvan sus Palmas Benditas de los antildeos anteriores
para que podamos hacer la cenizas para el comienzo de la Cuaresma
Puede dejar su Palmas en el despacho parroquial
Horarios para Mieacutercoles de Ceniza El 14 de Febrero Recuerden de Ayunar y Abstinencia entre las edades de 7 antildeos hasta 65
700 am mdash Misa en Espantildeol
1210 pmmdashMisa en Ingleacutes
630 pmmdash Misa en Ingleacutes con todos los estudiantes de catequismo
en el Saloacuten Parroquial
800 pmmdash Liturgia de la Palabra en Espantildeol (Solo va leer las lecturas)
Gran Cena Unidos en el Amor de Dios Acompaacutentildeenos el Saacutebado
17 de Febrero para una noche maravillosa Pueden comprar sus
boletos despueacutes de Misa o durante la semana en el despacho parro-
quial Los boletos cuestan $50 e incluyen aperitivo y vino seguidos
por un Filete de 8 oz con ensalada y postre Solo tiene 7 diacuteas maacutes
para comprar su boleto No te pierdas una cena riquiacutesima y di-
vertido evento
Estacionamiento No se estacione en los estacionamientos del Citi-
zens National Bank (el banco que esta ubicado a un lado del saloacuten
parroquial) en ninguacuten momento ninguacuten diacutea ni evento Se han queja-
do con nosotros y nos comentaron que los vehiacuteculos seraacute recogidos
por la reca cualquier vehiacuteculo que se estacione en su propiedad en el
futuro
Si usted y su pareja no estaacuten casados por la Iglesia Por favor
hablen con el Paacuterroco Justino para eacutel pueda dar alguacuten consejo re-
cuerden a veces hay cosas que se pueden hacer para validar su matri-
monio en la Iglesia
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS
Year-End Tax Letter The church has prepared a letter for
those who contributed $50000 or above It is in the office for
you to pick up If you contributed less and still need a letter
please let us know
Church Directory If you had your picture made for our
Church Directory please stop by the church office during
regular hours to pick up your directory
St Maryrsquos SpiritsmdashWhorsquos Hungry Going to TSTC in
Waco this Friday Feb 9th to dine on a ldquoTexas Themerdquo lunch
made by their Culinary School chefs We will meet at the
church at 1000 am and travel together to the college If pos-
sible please call Susan at (254) 625-0250 if you plan on go-
ing so she can make the reservations Any adult in the Parish
is welcome to join this fun group See yrsquoall Friday
Ladies Altar Guild Raffle You only have 1 more week to
get your raffle ticket for the Tiffany necklace The necklace
is worth $800 and would be a wonderful gift to your Valen-
tine The drawing is this coming Saturday February 10th
Tickets will be available after Mass so stop by and get yours
today Ladies Altar Guild will meet next Sunday at 1115
am followed by a potluck lunch and a presentation on caring
for your roses
St Maryrsquos Hispanic Community will be selling home-made
tamales next Sunday after each Mass $1000 a dozen The
tamales will be chicken and pork All proceeds go towards the
Church
Special Collection Next Sunday All parishes in the Diocese
of Austin are requested to take up a special collection on the
weekend of February 10-11 for Catholic Higher Education
This collection directly support campus ministry programs at
the colleges and universities in our Diocese
Please Return your Blessed Palms of the previous years so
that we can make them ashes for the beginning of Lent Drop
off your Palms at the Church Office
Ash Wednesday Schedule February 14th
Remember Fast amp Abstinence for ages 7-65
700am mdash Spanish Mass
1210pmmdashEnglish Mass
630pm mdashEnglish Mass with all CCE students in the
Parish Hall
800 pmmdashSpanish Liturgy of the Word (No Mass)
Together in Godrsquos Love Dinner Join us on Saturday Feb-
ruary 17th for a wonderful evening you can purchase your
tickets after Mass or during the week at the church office
Tickets are $50 and include Appetizer and wine followed by
an 8oz Fillet with salad and dessert You only have 7 more
days to get your ticket Donrsquot miss out on the delicious and
fun event
Study Group ldquoGospel of Johnrdquo will meet Sunday February
18 after 800 am Mass in the Parish Hall conference room
with Deacon Gordon Lee
Fulfilling pledges We are excited to inform you that our new
building has been started Fulfilling of your pledge will help
the church in reducing a large amount of loan with high inter-
est We thank you for your commitment to building our com-
munity together
Parking Please do not park at parking lots of the Citizens
National Bank at any time any day any event They have
complained to us and they will tow away any vehicle that
parks at their property in the future
(469)531-7284
Belenrsquos Beauty
Salon
208 E Commerce
Mexia Texas Horario Lunes ndash Cerrado
M - V 11 AM ndash 8 PM
Sabado 9 AM ndash 8 PM
Domingo 9AM ndash 2 PM
CECI
Parishioner
John amp
Ellie Engle Parishioners
Lake Limestone
Campground amp Marina
100 PR 5888A
Jewett Texas
(800) 636-4119
(903) 626-4119
Cabins Camping Store Res-
taurant Fishing Pier
englelakelimestonemarinacom
Complete Funeral Services Pre-Arrangements Monuments
McKinney at Glendale Streets
P O Box 309 Mexia Texas
(254) 562 ndash 2131
blairstubbssbcglobalnet
wwwblair-stubbscom
President Cathy Martin
(254) 729-8055
Vice-President Mary Demny
(713) 992-6225
Secretary Margaret May
(254) 562-2641
Treasurer Darlene Arrington
(254) 562-5697
ALL LADIES ARE WELCOME WE MEET EVERY 2ND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
In Service To One In Service To All For more information John Schaefermdash GK (325) 642-7677 Frank ContrerasmdashDGK (903) 388-8323 Parishioners
Janice Davis amp Ray Zies Parishioners
Old Fashioned Homemade
Yeast Rolls
312 E Milam
Mexia Texas
Fox Dental DDS
Dr Tom Fox DDS
110 N Bonham St
Mexia Texas (254) 562-2881
QUALITY
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
254-315-5752
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday
800AM +Donald Teeple
1000AM +Evaristo Guerrero amp +Alondra Contreras
1200PM Pro Populo
Tuesdayndash 1210PM Communion Service
Wednesday-1210PM Communion Service
Thursdayndash 1210PM Communion Service
Fridayndash 1210PM Communion Service
Catholic Social Teaching Corner Feb 3-4 -- Fifth Sunday in Ordinary TimemdashThe reading today
from the Book of Job speaks of the human condition we all face
difficulty sickness pain and death However in the Gospel Jesus
comes as one who heals and comforts Our faith is rooted in the
mystery of life and death None of us escapes our human condition
but in Christ all pain suffering and even death is transformed to
risen life How can we bring hope to those burdened by suffering
and pain this week Who needs our hand and voice to help them
know that God loves and cares for them
Febrero 3-4 -- Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario La lectura de hoy del libro de Job habla de la condicioacuten humana que todos
enfrentamos dificultad enfermedad dolor y muerte Sin embargo
en el Evangelio Jesuacutes aparece como alguien que sana y conforta Nuestra fe estaacute enraizada en el misterio de la vida y la muerte
Ninguno de nosotros escapa nuestra condicioacuten humana pero en Cristo todo el dolor el sufrimiento e incluso la muerte son trans-
formados para traer vida iquestCoacutemo podemos llevar esperanza aque-
llos agobiados por el sufrimiento y el dolor esta semana iquestQuieacutenes necesitan nuestra mano y voz para ayudarles saber que Dios los
ama y se preocupa por ellos
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN REPORT THROUGH 01312018
Total cost of the project $ 1308335
Less Payments Made $121005
Total Savings amp Campaign Payments $ 816000
Needed to complete the project 371330
mdashmdashmdashmdash
Campaign pledges needing to be paid $120770
Additional funds needed 250560
Thank you for your support to this building project Please help us
to achieve our dream by fulfilling your pledges Additional gifts or
pledges will be appreciated
Let us pray for all Service Members Kayla Olguin Tony
Contreras Ramiro Rodriguez Caleb Arrington Karina Rivera
and Pamela Meacutendez After 30 days names will be removed from the list Call the church
office to extend the date
COLLECTION REPORT
Weekly average needed $340000
Offering Last Sunday 012918 $ 3 43525
Thank you for your generosity
RESOURCES FOR CATHOLIC SPIRITUAL amp FAITH PRACTICES
Free wonderful Catholic apps for smartphone This app is based on the popular booklet Short Guide
for Confession It provides clear instructions about
what to do before during and after confession It is
free
Rated 5 stars ldquotalk Radio for Catholic liferdquo on your
phone Hope is rekindled marriages are saved souls
draw closer to Christ and his Church and the truth set
free Be a part of this amazing journey
Pastoral Council members Maria Brim Enrique Crosby
Michael Gragg Marie Keale amp Joanne McCain
Carlos Mendoza Polo Mora and Yocira Ramiacuterez
Finance Council members Rick Schlitt Richard Greff
Don Altland Marcelino Ayala Janice Davis Polo Mora
Ray Zies and Mary Seale
Best Lent Ever Donrsquot give up anything for Lent but give
some meaningful time with the Lord Dynamic Catholic
help you to take 40 days journey to become the-best-
version-of-yourself All you have to do is sign up at
BestLentEvercomsignup
MINISTERS OF THIS WEEK
Altar Servers
800AM Bradley Gragg Madison Gragg Lewis Taylor
Chris Staton amp Alberto Hernaacutendez
1000AM Emilee Davila Jose Contreras Makayla Contreras Mani Contreras amp Samantha Lira
1200PM Ray Mendoza Andres Ramos Oscar Ramos
Ashley De La Cruz amp Mary Jane Sifuentes
Lectors 800AM Janice Davis (L) amp Jo Mahoney (A)
1000AM Jane Schlitt (L) amp Rick Schlitt (A)
1200PM Noeacute Gonzaacutelez (L) amp Hugo Garciacutea (A)
Extraordinary Minister of the Cup
800AM Melissa Holt
1000AM Filo Contreras
1200PM Abraham Garciacutea
PRAYER LIST Please keep in prayer all of those in our community who are
sick in the hospital homebound or coping with health issues
Let us pray for the sick Emily Ray Jane Canterbury Ray
Garciacutea Leo Garciacutea Joanne McCain Charlotte Klaus Ray
Zies Jimmy Burrow Killian Ryan Beard Sheila Higgins Jim
Rodgers Dcn Dwight amp Jo Mahoney KC Russ de Cordova
Jewel Bartlett Jack Telford Ruth Haddick April Pickard
Cathy Hickman Jackie Rayner Paul Thomas Mahoney Lisa
Hill Walter Kimmerling Charles Little and Nelta Little
Let us pray for the deceased Leslie Lambar Donna Scherle
Joseph Cu Nguyen and Ramoacuten Peacuterez Guerreo We pray to the
Lord
Please call the parish office to update the list
Por favor llame al despacho parroquial para actualizar la lista
This week we patronize our bulletin sponsor
Mexia Pest Control
ANUNCIOS EN ESPANtildeOL
Carta de Declaracioacuten de Impuestos Fin de Antildeo La iglesia pre-
paroacute una carta para aquellos que contribuyeron con $ 50000 o maacutes
Pueden ir a recoger su carta al despacho parroquial Si contribuyoacute
menos y todaviacutea necesita una carta comunicasen con nosotros
Contribucioacuten al Edificio El constructor ya comenzoacute a construir el
saloacuten para la doctrina Si no contribuyoacute o prometioacute contribuir con el
nuevo edificio por favor haacutegalo Necesitamos su contribucioacuten ahora
para evitar tomar prestado el dinero con una tasa de intereacutes alta Mu-
chas otras personas han cumplido su promesa Por favor hable con el
Padre Justin o despacho parroquial sobre la contribucioacuten Gracias
Directorio De La Parroquia Se el avisa a todos las familia que se
tomaron la foto para el directorio ya llegaron Por favor pasen al
despacho parroquial durante el horario de trabajo para a recoger su
directorio
Las Sentildeoras del Altar Compre su boleto despueacutes de Misa La rifa
seraacute este Saacutebado 10 de Febrero Solo tiene 1 semana maacutes para com-
pra su boleto de rifa para el collar de El collar tiene el valor de $
800 y seriacutea un regalo maravilloso el diacutea de San Valentiacuten
Comunidad Hispana de Sta Mariacutea Estaraacute vendiendo tamales el
proacuteximo Domingo despueacutes de Misa $1000 la docena Habraacute tama-
les de pollo y puerco La recaudacioacuten es para nuestra Parroquia
Segunda Colecta Especial para el proacuteximo domingo Todas las
parroquias de la Dioacutecesis de Austin haraacute una segunda colecta espe-
cial para el proacuteximo fin de semana el 10 y 11 de Febrero para La
Educacioacuten Superior Catoacutelica Esta colecta apoya directamente a los
programas de pastoral universitarios en los colegios y universidades
en nuestra Dioacutecesis
Por favor devuelvan sus Palmas Benditas de los antildeos anteriores
para que podamos hacer la cenizas para el comienzo de la Cuaresma
Puede dejar su Palmas en el despacho parroquial
Horarios para Mieacutercoles de Ceniza El 14 de Febrero Recuerden de Ayunar y Abstinencia entre las edades de 7 antildeos hasta 65
700 am mdash Misa en Espantildeol
1210 pmmdashMisa en Ingleacutes
630 pmmdash Misa en Ingleacutes con todos los estudiantes de catequismo
en el Saloacuten Parroquial
800 pmmdash Liturgia de la Palabra en Espantildeol (Solo va leer las lecturas)
Gran Cena Unidos en el Amor de Dios Acompaacutentildeenos el Saacutebado
17 de Febrero para una noche maravillosa Pueden comprar sus
boletos despueacutes de Misa o durante la semana en el despacho parro-
quial Los boletos cuestan $50 e incluyen aperitivo y vino seguidos
por un Filete de 8 oz con ensalada y postre Solo tiene 7 diacuteas maacutes
para comprar su boleto No te pierdas una cena riquiacutesima y di-
vertido evento
Estacionamiento No se estacione en los estacionamientos del Citi-
zens National Bank (el banco que esta ubicado a un lado del saloacuten
parroquial) en ninguacuten momento ninguacuten diacutea ni evento Se han queja-
do con nosotros y nos comentaron que los vehiacuteculos seraacute recogidos
por la reca cualquier vehiacuteculo que se estacione en su propiedad en el
futuro
Si usted y su pareja no estaacuten casados por la Iglesia Por favor
hablen con el Paacuterroco Justino para eacutel pueda dar alguacuten consejo re-
cuerden a veces hay cosas que se pueden hacer para validar su matri-
monio en la Iglesia
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS
Year-End Tax Letter The church has prepared a letter for
those who contributed $50000 or above It is in the office for
you to pick up If you contributed less and still need a letter
please let us know
Church Directory If you had your picture made for our
Church Directory please stop by the church office during
regular hours to pick up your directory
St Maryrsquos SpiritsmdashWhorsquos Hungry Going to TSTC in
Waco this Friday Feb 9th to dine on a ldquoTexas Themerdquo lunch
made by their Culinary School chefs We will meet at the
church at 1000 am and travel together to the college If pos-
sible please call Susan at (254) 625-0250 if you plan on go-
ing so she can make the reservations Any adult in the Parish
is welcome to join this fun group See yrsquoall Friday
Ladies Altar Guild Raffle You only have 1 more week to
get your raffle ticket for the Tiffany necklace The necklace
is worth $800 and would be a wonderful gift to your Valen-
tine The drawing is this coming Saturday February 10th
Tickets will be available after Mass so stop by and get yours
today Ladies Altar Guild will meet next Sunday at 1115
am followed by a potluck lunch and a presentation on caring
for your roses
St Maryrsquos Hispanic Community will be selling home-made
tamales next Sunday after each Mass $1000 a dozen The
tamales will be chicken and pork All proceeds go towards the
Church
Special Collection Next Sunday All parishes in the Diocese
of Austin are requested to take up a special collection on the
weekend of February 10-11 for Catholic Higher Education
This collection directly support campus ministry programs at
the colleges and universities in our Diocese
Please Return your Blessed Palms of the previous years so
that we can make them ashes for the beginning of Lent Drop
off your Palms at the Church Office
Ash Wednesday Schedule February 14th
Remember Fast amp Abstinence for ages 7-65
700am mdash Spanish Mass
1210pmmdashEnglish Mass
630pm mdashEnglish Mass with all CCE students in the
Parish Hall
800 pmmdashSpanish Liturgy of the Word (No Mass)
Together in Godrsquos Love Dinner Join us on Saturday Feb-
ruary 17th for a wonderful evening you can purchase your
tickets after Mass or during the week at the church office
Tickets are $50 and include Appetizer and wine followed by
an 8oz Fillet with salad and dessert You only have 7 more
days to get your ticket Donrsquot miss out on the delicious and
fun event
Study Group ldquoGospel of Johnrdquo will meet Sunday February
18 after 800 am Mass in the Parish Hall conference room
with Deacon Gordon Lee
Fulfilling pledges We are excited to inform you that our new
building has been started Fulfilling of your pledge will help
the church in reducing a large amount of loan with high inter-
est We thank you for your commitment to building our com-
munity together
Parking Please do not park at parking lots of the Citizens
National Bank at any time any day any event They have
complained to us and they will tow away any vehicle that
parks at their property in the future
(469)531-7284
Belenrsquos Beauty
Salon
208 E Commerce
Mexia Texas Horario Lunes ndash Cerrado
M - V 11 AM ndash 8 PM
Sabado 9 AM ndash 8 PM
Domingo 9AM ndash 2 PM
CECI
Parishioner
John amp
Ellie Engle Parishioners
Lake Limestone
Campground amp Marina
100 PR 5888A
Jewett Texas
(800) 636-4119
(903) 626-4119
Cabins Camping Store Res-
taurant Fishing Pier
englelakelimestonemarinacom
Complete Funeral Services Pre-Arrangements Monuments
McKinney at Glendale Streets
P O Box 309 Mexia Texas
(254) 562 ndash 2131
blairstubbssbcglobalnet
wwwblair-stubbscom
President Cathy Martin
(254) 729-8055
Vice-President Mary Demny
(713) 992-6225
Secretary Margaret May
(254) 562-2641
Treasurer Darlene Arrington
(254) 562-5697
ALL LADIES ARE WELCOME WE MEET EVERY 2ND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
In Service To One In Service To All For more information John Schaefermdash GK (325) 642-7677 Frank ContrerasmdashDGK (903) 388-8323 Parishioners
Janice Davis amp Ray Zies Parishioners
Old Fashioned Homemade
Yeast Rolls
312 E Milam
Mexia Texas
Fox Dental DDS
Dr Tom Fox DDS
110 N Bonham St
Mexia Texas (254) 562-2881
QUALITY
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
254-315-5752
ANUNCIOS EN ESPANtildeOL
Carta de Declaracioacuten de Impuestos Fin de Antildeo La iglesia pre-
paroacute una carta para aquellos que contribuyeron con $ 50000 o maacutes
Pueden ir a recoger su carta al despacho parroquial Si contribuyoacute
menos y todaviacutea necesita una carta comunicasen con nosotros
Contribucioacuten al Edificio El constructor ya comenzoacute a construir el
saloacuten para la doctrina Si no contribuyoacute o prometioacute contribuir con el
nuevo edificio por favor haacutegalo Necesitamos su contribucioacuten ahora
para evitar tomar prestado el dinero con una tasa de intereacutes alta Mu-
chas otras personas han cumplido su promesa Por favor hable con el
Padre Justin o despacho parroquial sobre la contribucioacuten Gracias
Directorio De La Parroquia Se el avisa a todos las familia que se
tomaron la foto para el directorio ya llegaron Por favor pasen al
despacho parroquial durante el horario de trabajo para a recoger su
directorio
Las Sentildeoras del Altar Compre su boleto despueacutes de Misa La rifa
seraacute este Saacutebado 10 de Febrero Solo tiene 1 semana maacutes para com-
pra su boleto de rifa para el collar de El collar tiene el valor de $
800 y seriacutea un regalo maravilloso el diacutea de San Valentiacuten
Comunidad Hispana de Sta Mariacutea Estaraacute vendiendo tamales el
proacuteximo Domingo despueacutes de Misa $1000 la docena Habraacute tama-
les de pollo y puerco La recaudacioacuten es para nuestra Parroquia
Segunda Colecta Especial para el proacuteximo domingo Todas las
parroquias de la Dioacutecesis de Austin haraacute una segunda colecta espe-
cial para el proacuteximo fin de semana el 10 y 11 de Febrero para La
Educacioacuten Superior Catoacutelica Esta colecta apoya directamente a los
programas de pastoral universitarios en los colegios y universidades
en nuestra Dioacutecesis
Por favor devuelvan sus Palmas Benditas de los antildeos anteriores
para que podamos hacer la cenizas para el comienzo de la Cuaresma
Puede dejar su Palmas en el despacho parroquial
Horarios para Mieacutercoles de Ceniza El 14 de Febrero Recuerden de Ayunar y Abstinencia entre las edades de 7 antildeos hasta 65
700 am mdash Misa en Espantildeol
1210 pmmdashMisa en Ingleacutes
630 pmmdash Misa en Ingleacutes con todos los estudiantes de catequismo
en el Saloacuten Parroquial
800 pmmdash Liturgia de la Palabra en Espantildeol (Solo va leer las lecturas)
Gran Cena Unidos en el Amor de Dios Acompaacutentildeenos el Saacutebado
17 de Febrero para una noche maravillosa Pueden comprar sus
boletos despueacutes de Misa o durante la semana en el despacho parro-
quial Los boletos cuestan $50 e incluyen aperitivo y vino seguidos
por un Filete de 8 oz con ensalada y postre Solo tiene 7 diacuteas maacutes
para comprar su boleto No te pierdas una cena riquiacutesima y di-
vertido evento
Estacionamiento No se estacione en los estacionamientos del Citi-
zens National Bank (el banco que esta ubicado a un lado del saloacuten
parroquial) en ninguacuten momento ninguacuten diacutea ni evento Se han queja-
do con nosotros y nos comentaron que los vehiacuteculos seraacute recogidos
por la reca cualquier vehiacuteculo que se estacione en su propiedad en el
futuro
Si usted y su pareja no estaacuten casados por la Iglesia Por favor
hablen con el Paacuterroco Justino para eacutel pueda dar alguacuten consejo re-
cuerden a veces hay cosas que se pueden hacer para validar su matri-
monio en la Iglesia
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS
Year-End Tax Letter The church has prepared a letter for
those who contributed $50000 or above It is in the office for
you to pick up If you contributed less and still need a letter
please let us know
Church Directory If you had your picture made for our
Church Directory please stop by the church office during
regular hours to pick up your directory
St Maryrsquos SpiritsmdashWhorsquos Hungry Going to TSTC in
Waco this Friday Feb 9th to dine on a ldquoTexas Themerdquo lunch
made by their Culinary School chefs We will meet at the
church at 1000 am and travel together to the college If pos-
sible please call Susan at (254) 625-0250 if you plan on go-
ing so she can make the reservations Any adult in the Parish
is welcome to join this fun group See yrsquoall Friday
Ladies Altar Guild Raffle You only have 1 more week to
get your raffle ticket for the Tiffany necklace The necklace
is worth $800 and would be a wonderful gift to your Valen-
tine The drawing is this coming Saturday February 10th
Tickets will be available after Mass so stop by and get yours
today Ladies Altar Guild will meet next Sunday at 1115
am followed by a potluck lunch and a presentation on caring
for your roses
St Maryrsquos Hispanic Community will be selling home-made
tamales next Sunday after each Mass $1000 a dozen The
tamales will be chicken and pork All proceeds go towards the
Church
Special Collection Next Sunday All parishes in the Diocese
of Austin are requested to take up a special collection on the
weekend of February 10-11 for Catholic Higher Education
This collection directly support campus ministry programs at
the colleges and universities in our Diocese
Please Return your Blessed Palms of the previous years so
that we can make them ashes for the beginning of Lent Drop
off your Palms at the Church Office
Ash Wednesday Schedule February 14th
Remember Fast amp Abstinence for ages 7-65
700am mdash Spanish Mass
1210pmmdashEnglish Mass
630pm mdashEnglish Mass with all CCE students in the
Parish Hall
800 pmmdashSpanish Liturgy of the Word (No Mass)
Together in Godrsquos Love Dinner Join us on Saturday Feb-
ruary 17th for a wonderful evening you can purchase your
tickets after Mass or during the week at the church office
Tickets are $50 and include Appetizer and wine followed by
an 8oz Fillet with salad and dessert You only have 7 more
days to get your ticket Donrsquot miss out on the delicious and
fun event
Study Group ldquoGospel of Johnrdquo will meet Sunday February
18 after 800 am Mass in the Parish Hall conference room
with Deacon Gordon Lee
Fulfilling pledges We are excited to inform you that our new
building has been started Fulfilling of your pledge will help
the church in reducing a large amount of loan with high inter-
est We thank you for your commitment to building our com-
munity together
Parking Please do not park at parking lots of the Citizens
National Bank at any time any day any event They have
complained to us and they will tow away any vehicle that
parks at their property in the future
(469)531-7284
Belenrsquos Beauty
Salon
208 E Commerce
Mexia Texas Horario Lunes ndash Cerrado
M - V 11 AM ndash 8 PM
Sabado 9 AM ndash 8 PM
Domingo 9AM ndash 2 PM
CECI
Parishioner
John amp
Ellie Engle Parishioners
Lake Limestone
Campground amp Marina
100 PR 5888A
Jewett Texas
(800) 636-4119
(903) 626-4119
Cabins Camping Store Res-
taurant Fishing Pier
englelakelimestonemarinacom
Complete Funeral Services Pre-Arrangements Monuments
McKinney at Glendale Streets
P O Box 309 Mexia Texas
(254) 562 ndash 2131
blairstubbssbcglobalnet
wwwblair-stubbscom
President Cathy Martin
(254) 729-8055
Vice-President Mary Demny
(713) 992-6225
Secretary Margaret May
(254) 562-2641
Treasurer Darlene Arrington
(254) 562-5697
ALL LADIES ARE WELCOME WE MEET EVERY 2ND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
In Service To One In Service To All For more information John Schaefermdash GK (325) 642-7677 Frank ContrerasmdashDGK (903) 388-8323 Parishioners
Janice Davis amp Ray Zies Parishioners
Old Fashioned Homemade
Yeast Rolls
312 E Milam
Mexia Texas
Fox Dental DDS
Dr Tom Fox DDS
110 N Bonham St
Mexia Texas (254) 562-2881
QUALITY
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
254-315-5752
(469)531-7284
Belenrsquos Beauty
Salon
208 E Commerce
Mexia Texas Horario Lunes ndash Cerrado
M - V 11 AM ndash 8 PM
Sabado 9 AM ndash 8 PM
Domingo 9AM ndash 2 PM
CECI
Parishioner
John amp
Ellie Engle Parishioners
Lake Limestone
Campground amp Marina
100 PR 5888A
Jewett Texas
(800) 636-4119
(903) 626-4119
Cabins Camping Store Res-
taurant Fishing Pier
englelakelimestonemarinacom
Complete Funeral Services Pre-Arrangements Monuments
McKinney at Glendale Streets
P O Box 309 Mexia Texas
(254) 562 ndash 2131
blairstubbssbcglobalnet
wwwblair-stubbscom
President Cathy Martin
(254) 729-8055
Vice-President Mary Demny
(713) 992-6225
Secretary Margaret May
(254) 562-2641
Treasurer Darlene Arrington
(254) 562-5697
ALL LADIES ARE WELCOME WE MEET EVERY 2ND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
In Service To One In Service To All For more information John Schaefermdash GK (325) 642-7677 Frank ContrerasmdashDGK (903) 388-8323 Parishioners
Janice Davis amp Ray Zies Parishioners
Old Fashioned Homemade
Yeast Rolls
312 E Milam
Mexia Texas
Fox Dental DDS
Dr Tom Fox DDS
110 N Bonham St
Mexia Texas (254) 562-2881
QUALITY
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
254-315-5752