DAILY MASS SCHEDULE
There will be no daily Mass on Tuesday as it is a Lenten Day of Prayer for Priests. We'll also have Mass for the Annunciation of the Lord on Wednesday @ 6:00 pm at SJA!
OLPH EASTER EGG HUNT
OLPH will host its Annual Easter Egg hunt for all parish youth following 8:30 am and 12:30 pm Masses on Easter Sunday. To make this event a success, we are asking for donations of candy-filled plastic Easter eggs. You can drop off your generous donation at the back of the Church, in the Parish Office, or contact Kelly Bertsch at 979-417-9401. If you want donated eggs used at a specific Mass (8:30 am or 12:30 pm), please attach a note indicating your preference.
SJA EASTER EGG HUNT
There will be an Easter Egg hunt after the 10:30 am Mass on Easter Sunday! The Altar Guild ladies are asking for pre-filled plastic Easter eggs to please be brought to SJA and left in the Altar Servers dressing room. If you have any questions, contact Linda Miska at 979-236-3978.
LADIES DISCERNMENT DINNER
Mark your calendar for an evening of discernment after 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday, April 11!! Father Preston will be hosting a dinner from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for ladies ages 9th grade - 30 (and their families) who are considering and/or are open to the vocation of religious life! Dinner will be provided. More details to follow!
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
- Altar Guild's Scholarship: To be eligible, you must be a registered and practicing Catholic of SJA, who is graduating in May of 2026. Applications are available for pick up at the Parish Office or in the Sacristy of SJA! Applications must be received by Sunday, April 26.
- West Brazos Knights of Columbus Scholarship: To be eligible, applicants must be graduating seniors from high school or home school who plan to attend a trade school or college for higher education. They should also be active members of St. Joseph's (Brazoria), OLPH, or SJA. Applications may be picked up at the Parish Office or in the Sacristy of OLPH or SJA. The applications plus letters pf recommendations must be received by mail or hand delivered, no later than Friday, May 1 to the KC hall in Brazoria.
- Catholic Daughters of the Americas Scholarship: To be eligible, you must be a graduating senior from either St. Joseph's (Brazoria), OLPH, or SJA. Applications can be picked up at the Parish Office or in the Sacristy of OLPH or SJA! Applications and essays must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Court Regent by Monday, May 4.
ROSARY WARRIORS - NEW LADIES GROUP
A new ladies group has formed in our parishes! Ladies of both OLPH and SJA are invited to come workout and pray the rosary. This group will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the SJA hall from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Please bring a mat, hand weights, and a rosary!
HOME VISITS/NEED COMUNION?
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!
CATHOLIC COUNSELING
Gratia Plena is a nonprofit organization that provides mental and spiritual health services for mental illnesses, addictions, and marriage/family problems. All counselors are Catholic and provide services in a way that is faithful to the teachings, values, and traditions of the Church. You may visit a counselor at one of their locations in the Houston area, or online via a video session. For more information, visit https://gratiaplenacounseling.org/ call 832-532-0129, or email info@gratiaplenacounseling.org.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL LOCAL SOCIETY NEWS
Lend a hand, provide a meal, or make a small donation. Your time, food, or funds can change the lives of those we help! Items in need at our local pantry: Bathroom Tissue, Detergent, Canned Chicken, Cereal, Jelly, and Corn Bread Mix. Simply drop off items in the SVdP baskets at the back of either OLPH or SJA. Thank you for your support!
CATHOLICISM 101 WITH FR. PRESTON
Catholicism 101 sessions are starting back up as the fall semester begins! Bring questions or topics you’d like Father Preston to discuss - he will start the evening off with some basics as not to overwhelm you. This series will run through the school year, with sessions being held once a month on Mondays, in the OLPH hall from 6:00 to 7:30 pm!
Future Session Dates: April 20 and May 18
