Joe S. Vasquez, Bishop Diocese of Austin

Pope Francis Rome, Italy

December 18, 2016

ST. ANN MASS SCHEDULE

Sunday 9:00 am

Weekdays Wednesday 9:00 am

Friday 6:00 pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday: After 9am Mass

Sunday: 8:15a-8:45a and by Appointment

Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament

Friday – 7:00a to 5:30p

Director of Religious Education Deacon Don Sims 979-596-1966

Contact Person: Deacon Don Sims simsdon@rocketmail.com

979-204-1812

Maggie Orozco, Office Administrator Office Email: secretary.stanns@gmail.com

Office Hours: 11:00a—4:00p Wednesday & Friday Web Site Address: www.saintann-somerville.org

Fourth Sunday of Advent

CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF AUSTIN Visit us at: www.saintann-somerville.org

St. Ann Catholic Church P.O. Box 99

333 Thornberry Drive Somerville, Texas 77879

Office 979-596-1966 Fax 979-596-2857

ST ANN PARISH LIFE...come and be with us with us.

Catholic Social Teaching Corner

Next Week’s Ministers

Sat.—Dec. 24 7:00 p.m.

Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion

Sr. Rocio Maggie Orozco

Greeters/Ushers Mary Moreno Larry Moreno

Lectors Maggie Orozco

Altar Servers Benjamin Zapalac

Finances—St. Ann

12/11/2016 Sunday Collection $ 1,284.00 12/11/2016 Building Fund $ 245.00 12/11/2016 Retirement Fund For Religious $ 313.50

Mass Intentions: Dec 18 -24

Sun. Dec. 18 9:00a For the People and for Doris Hughes

Wed. Dec. 21 9:00a Milady Kristof

Fri. Dec. 23 6:00p Marcos & Cresencio Vega

Sat. Dec. 24 7:00p For the People and for Allan Labay

Apostolate

Wed.—Dec. 21 Wed.-Dec. 28

Collection Counting

Lucy Hodges Del Orozco

Tom Hodges Del Orozco

Fourth Sunday of Advent 1st Reading: Isaiah 7: 10-14 Psalm 24: 1-6 2nd Reading: Romans 1: 1-7 Gospel: Matthew 1: 18-24 The Nativity of the Lord 1st Reading: Isaiah 62: 1-5 Psalm 89: 4-5, 16-17, 27, 29 2nd Reading: Acts of the Apostles 13: 16-17, 22-25 Gospel: Matthew 1: 1-25 or 1: 18-25

Fourth Sunday of Advent

The mystery of the Incarnation occurred through Mary and yet, through the Holy Spirit given to us in Baptism and Con-firmation we, too, are called to embody the presence of God. Have we, like Mary, said yes to God? Are we, like Joseph, nurturing and protecting that life within us? As we celebrate this holy season of birth, are we giving birth in our lives to the fruits of God’s love: justice, peace, kindness, humility and joy?

Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in Belton (254)780-2436 www.cedarbrake.org

cedarbrake@austindiocese.org Women of Faith, January 13 Participants will spend this day reflecting on the gifts of five women (Sojourner Truth, Thea Bowman, Maya Angelou, Rosa Parks and Harriet Tubman) whose courageous actions impacted the world. Their fearlessness and faithfulness changed lives because they embraced the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come and learn about these incredible women; who they were and what they did. Beverly Collin will facilitate this day. Contact Cedar-brake to register or for more information. Transformed by Faith, January 16 We will spend this day reflecting on the gifts of five women whose courageous actions impacted the world (Sojourner Truth, Thea Bowman, Maya Angelou, Rosa Parks and Harriet Tub-man). Their fearlessness and faithfulness changed lives because they embraced the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come and learn about these incredible women; who they were and what they did. Beverly Collin will facilitate this day. Contact Cedarbrake to register or for more information. Cancer Survivor’s Retreat, February 20 This retreat is a time for cancer survivors to come together to share their stories. Wanda Gibson is a business owner, spiritual director, and cancer survivor. Mrs. Gibson will lead this prayer-ful, winter day of reflection, meditation, discussion and move-ment thru the survivor’s journey into the present moment. Whether you are celebrating one week or twenty years since your cancer experience you are invited to join us in courageous company as we allow our mind, body, and spirit to engage, heal, rest, renew, and rejoice. Contact Cedarbrake to register or for more information.

No RE classes until January 8, 2017

IMPORTANT NOTICE!! The Mass for Christmas has been sched-uled for December 24th at 7:00 pm. There will be no Mass on Sunday, December 25th.

Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary In Fatima, Our Lady said, “My Immaculate Heart will be your refuge and the way that will lead you to God.” On this 100-year Anniversary of Our Lady’s apparitions in Fatima, please join thousands of Faithful throughout our Diocese for 33 days of preparation prayer for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary. Each day of prayer represents one year in the life of Christ. The prayers begin on February 20th and are done private-ly in our homes using the preparation book, which is available in English and Spanish. Please visit www.TexasToJesusThroughMary.org by January 25th to receive your FREE copy of the Montfort preparation prayer book. Your book will be mailed to you. Following, all are invited to collec-tively make or renew our consecration at a special Holy Mass on March 25th.

CHURCH LIFE...one body-many members.

PRAY WITH US...come and adore Christ

The sanctuary lamp is given for the honor and glory of God and in memory of Morris Burlin ….

Amanda Walhoviak

Jim Turner

Ann Ross

Carol Winkler

David Jimenez

Carlos Escobedo

Sr. John

Betty Labay

Baby John Winkler

Michael Miller

Rita Diamond

Elizabeth Milsaps

Marion Simmons

Lenora Brown

Ray Allen Kulhanek

For the Church, that together the clergy and faithful may hear

and follow God’s Word in order to accompany others on the

way to Christ…..

John Brown

Kevin Davis

David Dominguez

Neil Frerick

Robin Frerick

Jason Grace

Jerry Gutierrez

Christina Marie Hahne

Dane Kidd

Matthew Lee

Annalisa Lujan

John Maldonado

Jacob McDonald

Brandon Osburn

Tommy Polansky

Joseph Ramirez

Matthew Reynolds

Charlie Richardson

Ceasar Rodriguez

Michael R. Rodriguez

Stephen Ruth

Justo Suarez

Brandon Thomas

1LT Christopher M. Torres

Alan Turner

Jennifer Hlavaty

Jarrett Hlavaty

Please pray for the needs of our

par ishioners & fr iends

The Grotto of Our Blessed Mother

Everyone is always welcome to come to the Grotto to spend some quite time or pray the rosary either alone or in a group.

Bishop Vasquez’ Prayer Intention

7th Annual Day of Reflection When: Saturday, January 28, 2017 from 9a-4p Where: St. Joseph Parish Activity Center in Bryan What: Save the date; more details to follow; sponsored by the Ladies of Regnum Christi Catholic Men’s Conference When: Saturday, March 18, 2017 Where: St. Mary’s University, San Antonio, Texas What: This year’s conference will offer three inspirational speakers, Mass with Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, an a pre-Conference “Night with the Lord” event; for details, please visit CMCSanAnto-nio.com Journey to Interior Freedom: A Day of Discovery When: Saturday, January 28, 2017 from 8:30am-3:30pm Where: St. Joseph PAC, Bryan, TX What: a workshop to discuss sin, healing wounds, and living in freedom; Mass, confessions, light breakfast and lunch served; for more information: www.regnumchristibcs.org

Around the Diocese

ADORATION

EVERY FRIDAY

7 AM TO 5:30 PM Everyone that spends time in adoration of Jesus develops a personal relationship with Him, and grows in love and holiness. Quiet time with the Lord in adoration enables people to listen and recognize His voice as He speaks to their hearts.

Retirement Fund for Religious Thank you for supporting senior religious. A sister from Indiana writes, “Because of your kindness, our elderly sisters will have the comfort, security, and joy of living out their re-maining years here in their home. You truly honor them and their many years of service by your generosity.” Religious across the United States offer sincere thanks for your generosity to last week’s collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious.

Advent 2016 Reconciliation Schedule Dec. 18 Sunday 5pm Ellinger Dec. 18 Sunday 7:30pm Fayetteville Dec. 21 Wednesday 7pm Somerville Dec. 22 Thursday 7pm Giddings Dec. ?? 7pm Chappell Hill

Catholic Charities Corner Did you know that 1 in 4 Texas children lives in poverty? Cath-olic Charities works to break the cycle of poverty to give help and hope to families for generations to come. Our Financial Stability program offers case management, education and emer-gency assistance to help families meet their immediate needs and create a plan for long-term stability. To learn more, call 512-651-6100 (Austin) or 979-822-9340 (Brazos Valley).

Posadas Posadas have been scheduled in the community and started on Friday, December 16th. They will go through December 24th. The Posadas are a nine day novena in preparation for Christ-mas. They are open to everyone. For a schedule, questions, or more information, contact Angelita Munoz at (979)596-2568.

ST ANN PARISH MINISTRIES...come and be with us.

St. Ann Catholic Church PO Box 99

Somerville, Texas 77879 www.saintann-somerville.org

Contact us at: Office: 979-596-1966

Email: secretary.stanns@gmail.com

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Special Events at St. Ann

Dec. 18: No RE classes Dec. 21: Mass 9am; Penance Service 7pm Dec. 24: Mass at 7:00 pm Dec. 25: No Mass; No Religious Education classes Jan. 1: New Year’s Day; Mass 9am; No RE classes Jan. 1: SAAM Food Collection Jan. 5: KC Meeting 7 pm, Family Center Jan. 8: Classes resume in RE building Jan. 8: KC BBQ—pick up plates 10a-12p Jan. 13: Knights of Columbus Christmas Party, 6:30 pm Jan. 29: Coffee and Donuts in Family Center after Mass sponsored by the Knights of Columbus

In memory of

Milady Kristof For her generosity to St. Ann

“May perpetual light

shine

upon her”

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Upcoming EIM Workshops Jan. 1, 2017: 10a-12p, St. Louis Parish, Waco Jan.14, 2017: 9-11am, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Temple To find the schedule and to sign up for a workshop, login to your EIM account at https://www.eappsdb.com/Login.asp?ORGZ_KEY=4. If you don’t recall your User ID/Password, please use the Alternate Login option. Important: Plan to arrive promptly as late arrivals

may not be admitted once the work-shop has started

Children should not be brought to EIM workshops

Questions: Call the office during work-ing hours