vocation bible school
We invite you to join us for VBS!!
Welcome to Summertime Learning and Fun! Come enjoy a week with us learning about many of the amazing Saints! We'll introduce you to the life of those called to Christ, their journey, and how you too are called to Sainthood! Summer with The Saints will have interactive lessons, Scripture, crafts, and more! Elementary age will get to know some of the Saints, have fun with music, crafts, and games each day! Junior High and High School age will enjoy growing closer to God with the Saints and how they can live their lives trusting in God's plan for them; plus, indoor and outdoor activities!
- Students will be provided a meal each day
- Friday, July 17th we will end the week with a Family Field Day and Picnic!!!
WHEN: Monday, July 13th - Friday, July 17th
WHERE: Our Lady of Perpetual Help hall (310 N. McKinney St. Sweeny, TX 77480)
WHO: Kindergarten through 12th Grade (grade as of 26-27 school year)
TIME: Kindergarten - 5th Grade: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm | 6th - 12th Grade: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Friday's schedule will be adjusted for the Family Field Day!
weekly announcements | may 26-31
NO DAILY MASS THIS WEEK
Daily Mass has been cancelled this week as Father Preston had to make an unexpected visit back home to Fort Stockton.
ALTAR BOY TRAINING
Despite Father Preston being gone, we will still have Altar Boy Training on Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at SJA! If you have a boy in 4th - 12th grade who is interested in becoming a Knight of the Altar, please have them attend. Pizza will be provided!
BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG FUNDRAISER
The Pregnancy Help Center in Lake Jackson is hosting a fundraiser which began on Mother's Day, and will conclude on Father's Day, Sunday, June 21. To contribute -
- take a baby bottle home from the back of either Church
- fill it with coins, cash, and/or a check
(please make payable to The Pregnancy Help Center)
- return your bottle back to Church on Father's Day
By filling a bottle, you are making an impact right here in our community through the life-changing ministry at The Pregnancy Help center! Don't want to fill a bottle? Online Giving is available here!
HOME VISITS/NEED COMMUNION?
The Legion of Mary members take Communion and do home visits, visiting those who are sick or homebound and cannot make it to Mass! If you're interested yourself or know of a family member or loved one who would be, please contact Linda Miska at 979-236-3978. These ladies go out on Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
POTENTIAL SCAMS
Please be aware of any SCAMS that may come as an email, text message, or phone call trying to impersonate Father Preston to solicit donations. He will never contact you personally asking for money or if you have time to chat!
Our next Baptismal Class will be Saturday, June 6! Click the image for more info & to register.
Happening this week
!! NO DAILY MASS TUESDAY - FRIDAY !!
Monday, May 25
Memorial Day | Parish Office Closed
7:30 am Legion of Mary (English) — SJA hall
8:30 am Rosary Warriors Workout & Prayer Session — SJA hall
Tuesday, May 26
8:30 am Rosary Warriors Workout & Prayer Session — SJA hall
5:00 pm Legion of Mary (Spanish) — OLPH hall
6:30 pm St. Vincent de Paul Meeting — SJA hall
Wednesday, May 27
6:00 - 7:00 am That Man is You — OLPH hall (last session)
8:30 am Rosary Warriors Workout & Prayer Session — SJA hall
6:00 pm Altar Boy Training — SJA hall
Thursday, May 28
6:00 pm Summer Camp Chaperone Meeting — SJA hall
Friday, May 29
8:30 am Rosary Warriors Workout & Prayer Session — SJA hall
Monday, June 1
7:30 am Legion of Mary (English) — OLPH hall
For those interested in becoming Catholic, or who may need to receive a sacrament! Our OCIA program runs year-round and will be starting up again in June. If you have any questions, please attend the informational meeting on June 11th or contact Rebecca Giles at 832-212-4988.
happening in the area
June 4th - OLPH hall | Sweeny
June 13th - St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church | Katy
This retreat is intended for individuals who have lost a loved one and who, in the midst of grief, are seeking consolation, hope, and inner peace through their faith. If you have questions or for more information, please call 713‑741‑8710 or email jtinajero@archgh.org. Register Here: https://archgh.swoogo.com/mariposajun26/begin
June 13th - Riverside Hall | East Bernard
June 18th through 21st - Holy Name Retreat Center | Houston
June 18th through 21st - Holy Name Retreat Center | Houston
The local KJT Society No. 40 is having their 35th Annual Czech Kolache Klobase Festival on Saturday, June 13 at Riverside Hall in East Bernard from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm! Admission: $10 per person (covers parking and all events) Children 12 and under are Free. Sausage/BBQ Chicken plate lunch available beginning @ 11:00 am. Drive Thru available from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Come enjoy indoor entertainment, a cake walk, raffle, arts/crafts, a silent auction, and lots of kolaches! Visit www.kkfest.com or call 979-533-1902 for more information.
June 18th through 21st - Holy Name Retreat Center | Houston
June 18th through 21st - Holy Name Retreat Center | Houston
June 18th through 21st - Holy Name Retreat Center | Houston
This retreat, hosted by St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Houston, begins Thursday @ 5:30 pm and will end Sunday after 10:00 am Mass. All men are cordially invited! An ACTS retreat weekend is a three-day, three-night retreat presented by fellow Christians like you. If you'd like to enjoy a weekend of relaxation and fun, and at the same time get closer to God, then this weekend is for you. You will find it a unique and richly rewarding experience! The retreat cost is $325. If you have questions or for more information, please contact Dennis Mican at 979-417-8476 or Ron Smith at 979-248-8868. Brochures with more information and registration can be found at the back of each Church!