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Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time

MONDAY, JANUARY 30 Catholic Schools Week 7:00am... CSSM Book Fair, Library 6:00pm... Adult Confirmation, DC Cafeteria

TUESDAY, JANUARY 31 7:00am... CSSM Book Fair, Library 6:00pm... RCIA, DC Cafeteria 7:00pm... Sinners Anonymous, Sheehan

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1 7:00am... CSSM Book Fair, Library 5:30pm... CSSM School Advisory Board Meeting, Art Room 6:00pm... Schola Rehearsal, Bishops Hall

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2 4:30pm... CSSM Basketball Games, Gym 5:30pm... St. Augustine Choir Rehearsal, Sheehan 6:30pm... Legion of Mary, Library 7:00pm... Catholic Scripture Study, Bishops Hall 7:00pm... Vespers Service, Cathedral

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3 First Friday (Memorial of St. Blaise) No First Friday Adoration 8:30am... CSSM 150th Anniversary Mass, Cathedral 10:30am.. Traditional Latin Mass, Cathedral 6:30pm... Spanish Choir Rehearsal, Sheehan

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4 First Saturday 9:00pm... Baptism Class (English), DC Cafeteria 10:00am.. Cemetery Mass, Assumption Mausoleum

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 No 3:00pm Confessions 8:00am... Breakfast Sponsor, CSSM Pre-K 3 10:45am.. CFF Classes 4:30pm... SJLMS Coffee, Bishops Hall 5:00pm... St. Augustine Youth Choir Rehearsal, Sheehan & DC Cafeteria 5:00pm... SJLMS First Communion Classes, 2nd Grade Classroom

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From the Rector—Discipleship and Desire

I knew in 6th grade that I really wanted to excel at the piano. I had been working with Mrs. Buss for several years, and as she noted my progress one day she said, "I think it's time you interviewed for a new teacher. I recommend we set up a meeting with Veri & Jamanis. They are performing artists, a husband and wife piano duo, who live here in Lancaster, and I think one of them might be very good for you." So, I went and played for both Ms. Veri and Mr. Jamanis. We all agreed it best that I work with Ms. Veri. I was always a little nervous going to piano lessons because Veri & Jamanis played in the great halls in New York City and around the country. They were featured on the Merv Griffin show, were also making recordings, and toured the country every giving concerts. I had a deep desire to become a musician like them, to emulate them, to learn everything I could from them. Indeed Ms. Veri shaped my playing for the next six years and helped prepare for my entry into the Juilliard School.

I can also recall the ardent curiosity and desire that drove my journey into the Catholic Church: What is the role of Mary? What does Baptism mean for a Catholic? What is the role of faith and works? What prominence do Catholics assign the Holy Bible? I possessed a deep desire for more: more information, more contact with, more encounter. To be a disciple of Jesus is to be a student, one who remains in relationship with the Master Teacher. And desire is what drives the disciple to remain at Jesus' side. Many gathered around Jesus to sit on the mount and listen as he taught them about the kingdom of God. Desire drives our willingness to commit to prayer time each day; shapes how we teach and raise our families; and ultimately sets the course for eternity. Desire, when practiced in prayer and lived out through the sacraments, becomes true devotion. We must return often -- daily, indeed -- to refresh and renew our encounter with the living Word, and in the secret places of prayer we allow his love to resonate in our hearts. How ardent is your desire?

Yo sabía que en 6o grado que quería sobresalir en el piano. Había estado trabajando con la Sra. Buss desde hace varios años, y como señaló mi progreso un día dijo, "Pienso que es tiempo de entrevistar un nuevo profesor. Te recomiendo que organices una reunión con Veri y Jamanis. Son artistas, un esposo y esposa piano dúo, que viven aquí en Lancaster, y creo que uno de ellos podría ser muy bueno para ti.” Así que, fui y jugué para la Sra. Veri y el Sr. Jamanis. Todos estuvimos de acuerdo que lo mejor será que trabajaba con la Sra. Veri. Siempre estaba un poco nervioso ir a clases de piano porque Veri y Jamanis habían jugado en las grandes salas en Nueva York y en todo el país. Se presentaron en el show de Merv Griffin, estaban haciendo grabaciones y recorrían por el país dando conciertos. Tenía un profundo deseo de imitarlos, de aprender todo que lo posible de ellos. La Sra. Veri me formo los próximos seis años y me ayudó prepararme para la entrada en la escuela de Juilliard.

También puedo recordar la ardiente curiosidad y deseo que me atrajo a la iglesia católica: ¿Cuál es el papel de María? ¿Qué significa el bautismo para un católico? ¿Cuál es el papel de la fe y las obras? ¿Qué protagonismo asignar los católicos a la Santa Biblia? Poseyó un deseo profundo para más información: más información, más contacto, más encuentro. Para ser un discípulo de Jesús debe ser un estudiante, debe seguir siendo en relación con el maestro de maestros. Y el deseo es lo que da ánimo al discípulo a permanecer al lado de Jesús. Muchos se reunieron alrededor de Jesús para sentarse en el Monte y escuchar cómo les enseñaba sobre el Reino de Dios. Deseo mueve nuestra volun-tad a cometer a la hora de oración cada día; forma cómo enseñamos y criamos a nuestras familias; y esencialmente, fija el curso para la eternidad. El deseo, cuando se practica en oración y se vive a través de los sacramentos, se convierte en verdadera devoción. Tenemos que volver diariamente, a reanimar y renovar nuestro encuentro con la Palabra viva y en los lugares secretos de oración, permitir que su amor resuene en nuestros corazones. ¿Cuánto arde su deseo?

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Monday, January 30 6:30am………………..Mary & Jack Gerow† 12:05pm…………………..Faithful Departed

Tuesday, January 31 6:30am…………………...Michael Agrusso† 12:05pm..………….Jorgé L. Rodriguez, Sr.†

Wednesday, February 1 6:30am…………………...Lillian Vinklarek† 12:05pm……..Aurelia & Faustino Martinez†

Thursday, February 2 6:30am……………………….Tony Madere† 12:05pm………..…….Mary Rose Facciolla†

Friday, February 3 6:30am……………………...Ronnie Griffin† 8:30am…………………………….Dominic† 10:30am……………..Cathedral Parishioners 12:05pm…………….Ray S. Wilhelm, OMI†

Saturday, February 4 12:05pm………………..Edith Myers Deans† 5:30pm………………Msgr. Peter A. Noble†

Sunday, February 5 8:00am………...Larry Gene Porfirio Family† 9:30am……………………….Loretta Gieske 12:00pm …………….Cathedral Parishioners 1:45pm…………...Austin Police Department 3:30pm………………………Madere Family 5:30pm………………………..Frances Kelly

Mass Intentions

January 29, 2017

Please pray for: Christina Barron Almaguer, Kay Alonso, Ebodia Bautista, Reef Bonsmann, Benny Brewer, Betty Brown, Brian Burditt, Juan Burrola, Sr., Aaron Carroll, Luis Constantin, Claudia De Los Santos, Mary Jane De Los Santos, Jennifer Flores, Glenn Gardner, Suzanne Garvil, Jesse Goldiano, Magdalena Gonzalez, Mary Gott, Gabriela Gray & Family, Sammy Greco, K. Gressett, Eloisa Harkrider, Margaret Harrison, Lillian Eve Herrera, Vanessa Holmes, Diane Ballesteros-Houston, Virginia Iglesias, Helen Kouri, Ledesma Family, Roslyn Limones, David Mallak, Linda Martinez, San Juanita Martinez, Consuelo Medina, Ralph Mergler, Msgr. Frank Miller, Kiera Miller, Michael Miller, Fabio Morales, Sr., Chandois Norton, Ludwicka Norton, Gary Porfirio, Mary Elizabeth Powell, Carol Richardson, Jorge Rivera, James Roberts, Maria Catarina Rosales, Chloe Sanders, Marrlene Sato, Frances M. Strickland, Bill Tarpley, Linda Trevino, Roland Trevino, Sherry Trevino, Amiee Vassilli, Jesse Vielma, Shane Walden, Thomas Walker, Louise Walters, Cicely White & children, Dot Wilkinson, Bob Wommack, Carol Young, Vicente Zavala

Please pray for our honored loved in the military: 1LT Kyra Barone Capt. David McGuire LT Nicholas Naquin Capt. Mary E. Boyle Capt. Lawrence McNamara Sgt. Kenneth A. Saffell PFC Andrew DiCarlo 1LT Patrick McPhee Capt. Sean Snook 1LT Cory Houck Christopher Mercado, USAF LT Ladd Spears, USN HN2 Jinuel Jehlen Capt. Chris Morrow Sgt. William Speer HM3 Joseph Jehlen Ensign Evan Moses Spec 4 Chris Trevino 1LT Patrick Kuiper LT Shane Moses Christopher Ty Trevino CPL Christopher Madere LCPL Eric E. Muñoz

and for those who have died

Next Sunday’s Second

Collection

February 4-5, 2017 St. Vincent de Paul Society

Thank you for your generosity!

Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time

Blessed are they who are what they are and do what they do for the sake of the kingdom!

The Gospel today assures good stewards that their suffering and their service

on behalf of the kingdom will be rewarded!

Budgeted amount needed each week: $21,500

Week ending January 21-22, 2017

Actual Collection $ 16,877 Over/(Under) ($ 4,623)

Second Collection St. Vincent de Paul Society $ 2,517

Build Your Throne a/o 10/19/16 $ 20,405

FY 2017 Year-to-Date Budget $ 645,000 FY 2017 Actual Collection $ 610,788 Over/(Under) ($ 34,212)

Debt Balance as of 1/17/17 0

Attendance 1,467

Stewardship of Treasure

Adult Confirmation Classes begin tomorrow, Jan. 30: Have you received the sacraments of Baptism and First Communion? Want to learn more about the Catholic Faith and receive the Sacrament of Confirmation? Nine weekly sessions begin tomorrow, Jan. 30 at 6:00pm. Contact Fr. Hai or visit the Cathedral website at www.smcaustin.org.

Solemn Vespers in the Extraordinary Form, followed by Adoration and

Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, will be sung Thursday, Feb. 2 at 7:00pm, for the Feast of the Pur ification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also known as Candlemas, the traditional end of the Christmas Season.

First Friday Schedule—February 3:

6:30am Daily Mass 8:30am CSSM 150th Anniversary Mass with Bishop Vásquez (All are welcome.) 10:30am Mass in the Extraordinary Form (Traditional Latin) 11:00am-12:00 Noon Confessions 12:05pm Daily Mass 10:30am-12:00 Noon Eucharistic Adoration will resume March 3.

Primer Viernes de febrero 3: 6:30am misa diaria 8:30am CSSM 150º aniversario misa con Señor Obispo Vásquez (Todos bienvenidos.) 10:30am misa en la forma extraordinaria (tradicional Latin) 11:00am-12:00 confesiones 12:05pm Misa diaria Adoración Eucarística se reanudará el 3 de marzo.

Blessing of Throats: Friday, Feb. 3, the Memor ial Mass of St. Blaise will be celebrated, and Cathedral priests and deacons will give the traditional blessing of throats after 6:30am, 10:30am (Extraordinary Form/Traditional Latin), and 12:05pm Masses.

Ave Maria Gift Shop—Volunteers needed Sundays,

8:45-11:30am. Contact Greg Vidal at gvidal@smcaustin.org or

512-476-6182.

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Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time

Baptisms/Bautismos

Baptism classes for parents and godpar-ents are held in English each month on the first Saturday of the month at 9:00am. The course is three hours long. For more information, visit the website at www.smcaustin.org.

Clases de Bautismo en español para los padres y padrinos se ofrece el segundo sábado de cada mes a las 9:00 de la mañana. Las clase dura tres horas.

Para mas información, visite el sitio web en www.smcaustin.org.

Diocesan Guidelines for baptizing a child: If the PARENTS are not members of the Cathedral, a

letter from the parish in which the parents reside or are registered must be presented, giving permission for the child to be baptized at Saint Mary Cathedral. This must be done prior to registration for Baptism.

Copy of the state birth certificate or hospital birth certificate for the child being baptized.

Single godparents must be practicing Catholics living according to the norms of the Church.

Married couples serving as godparents must be married by the Catholic Church.

Parents and godparents must attend a Baptismal Preparation class prior to the Baptism. If the class is taken in another parish, proof of attendance must be presented.

Godparents must have received all the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, First Communion and

Confirmation. All Baptism documents must be received in the office

before a Baptism date can be set.

Requisitos de la Diócesis para bautizar a un bebe: Si los PADRES no son miembros de la Catedral,

necesitaran presentar una carta de la Parroquia a la que pertenezcan, ya sea por residencia o donde se encuentren registrados, dando permiso para bautizar al bebe aquí en la Catedral. Esto se requiere antes de registrarse para bautizar.

Copia del acta de nacimiento del Estado del niño(a) Padrinos/Madrinas solteros(as) deben ser Católicos

practicantes viviendo según las normas de la Iglesia.

Todos los padrinos casados deben estar casados por la Iglesia Católica. Se deberá presentar una copia del acta de matrimonio por la Iglesia.

Padres y Padrinos, deberán atender la clase de Bautismo antes de bautizar. Si la toman en otra parroquia, se requiere presenten comprobante de atendencia.

Padrinos tienen que haber recibido todos los Sacramentos de iniciación: Bautizo, 1ª Comunión y Confirmación.

Antes de que la fecha del Bautismo se pueda fijar , la oficina necesitará obtener el paquete completo satisfaciendo todos los requisitos.

SANCTUARY CANDLE In Thanksgiving from the Madere Family

January 29-February 4, 2017

Alley parking is reserved for handicapped parishioners with State issued handicap license plates or placards, and high occupancy vehicles on weekends and holy days.

Estacionamiento en el callejón se reservará para los feligreses y visitantes con placas de vetera-

nos discapacitados o personas con discapacidad o una pancarta de discapacidad valida los sábados, domingos y días santos.

Visit of Relics coincides with World Day of the Sick: Two precious relics of St. Anthony of Padua will be brought to the Cathedral by the Franciscan Friars OFM Conventual, from the Pontifical Basilica in Padua, Italy, Feb. 11-12. Being in the presence of two holy relics of a beloved saint is an exceptional way to pray for ill loved ones.

Saturday, Feb. 11: Veneration 10:00am—12:00 Noon; Daily Mass at 12:05pm; Veneration again 4:00—7:00pm; Sunday Vigil Mass 5:30pm

Sunday, Feb. 12: Veneration before and after each Mass

Dos preciosas reliquias de San Antonio de Padua vendrán a la Catedral por los frailes franciscanos OFM Conventual, desde la Basílica Pontificia en Padua, Italia, 11-12 de febrero. Estar en la presencia de dos santas reliquias de un amado santo es una manera excepcional para orar por seres queridos enfermos.

Sábado, 11 de febrero: la veneración de las 10:00am a 12:00 Noon horas; Misa diaria a las 12:05pm; Veneración de nuevo 4:00-7:00pm; Domingo misa vespertina a las 5:30pm

Domingo, 12 de febrero: la veneración antes y después de cada misa

V ENCUENTRO—PARISH TRAINING Missionary Disciples: Witnesses of God’s Love

Parish trainings are a unique opportunity to learn how the process of the V Encuentro invites all Catholics to engage in becoming missionary dis-ciples. Talk to your pastor about becoming part of your parish team to implement the V Encuentro process in your community. Sponsored by Diocese of Austin-Office of Hispanic Ministry.

Los entrenamientos parroquiales son una oportunidad única para cono-cer como el proceso del V Encuentro, invita a todos los católicos a con-vertirse en discípulos misioneros. Hable con su párroco acerca de ser parte del equipo parroquial y ayude a implementar el proceso del V Encuentro en su comunidad. Patrocinado por la Diócesis de Austin-Oficina del Ministerio Hispano.

February 4: St. Louis King of France Parish, Austin Registration deadline: Jan. 27 Fecha límite para inscribirse: 27 de enero

February 18: Sacred Heart Parish, Waco Registration deadline: Feb. 10 Fecha limite para inscribirse: 10 de febrero

March 4: St. Anthony Marie de Claret Parish, Kyle Registration deadline: Feb. 24 Fecha límite para inscribirse: 24 de febrero

For info. or to register call 512-949-2426, or visitwww.austindiocese.org.

Para obtener más información o para inscribirse llame al 512-949-2426, visite www.austindiocese.org.

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January 29, 2017

Liturgical Minister Schedule

Readings for WEEK OF JAN. 30—Feb. 5, 2017:

Mon…. Heb 11:32-40 Ps 31:20-24 Mk 5:1-20 Tues…. Heb 12:1-4 Ps 22:26-28,30-32 Mk 5:21-43 Wed…. Heb 12:4-7,11-15 Ps 103:1-2,13-14,17-18a Mk 6:1-6 Thurs... Mal 3:1-4 Ps 24:7-10 Heb 2:14-18 Lk 2:22-40 Fri…... Heb 13:1-8 Ps 27:1,3,5,8-9 Mk 6:14-29 Sat…... Heb 13:15-17,20-21 Ps 23:1-6 Mk 6:30-34 Sun….. Is 58:7-10 Ps 112:4-9 1Cor 2:1-5 Mt 5:13-16

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have no cash? You can securely donate to the Cathedral by scanning the QR Code with

your phone. Thank you for your stewardship!

January 28-29, 2017

5:30 PM Vigil

8:00 AM 9:30 AM 12:00 Noon 1:45 PM

Spanish 5:30 PM

Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectores Lectors James Marrs Natalie R. Rodriguez John Posey Rosy Jalifi Celia G.-Sanchez Paul Seals

Tess Keller Greg Vrana Michelle Estep Harry Crawford Juanita Tovar Teresa Pione

EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC

H2—James Marrs H2—Steve Dickman H2—Deacon H2—Deacon H2—Juanita Tovar H2—Marsha Mitchell

C1—Brian Trinque C1—Sulema Vielma H3—John Hellerstedt H3—Ali Mcraw C1—Eliseo Tovar C1—Bonnie Vinklarek

C2—Jerry Harris C2—Margaret My-ers

H4—Yvonne Heller-stedt H4—Rosy Jalifi

C2—Celia G.-Sanchez C2—Frank Fuentes

C1—John Posey H5 Choir—E. Guevara

C2—Rudy Gonzales C1—Jeanne Crawford

C3—Phyllis Patrick C2—Harry Crawford

C4—Mike Nicklaus C3—JoAnn Arroyo

H=Host Minister C=Chalice Minister C4—James Arrington

February 4-5, 2017

5:30 PM Vigil

8:00 AM 9:30 AM 12:00 Noon 1:45 PM

Spanish 5:30 PM

Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectores Lectors Cherilyn Young Ken Craig Michelle Estep John Donatucci Rosario Nava Natacha Wagner

John Hellerstedt Stephen Dickman Monica Ballard Larry Morris Celia G.-Sanchez Norman Garza

EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC

H2—John Hellerstedt H2—Steve Dickman H2—Deacon H2—Deacon H2—Soledad Vargas H2—Frank Fuentes

C1—Julie Gray C1—Louise Porfirio H3—David Matocha H3—John Donatucci C1—Claudia Martinez C1—Bonnie Vinklarek

C2—Jim Gray C2—Ken Craig H4—Vanessa Matocha H4—L. J. Smith C2—Celia G.-Sanchez C2—Marilane Dusterhoff

C1—Jaga Murphy H5 Choir—Randy Walker

C2—Rudy Gonzales C1—Jose Poutou

C3—Bob Baker C2—Philip Williams

C4—Edna Dunger C3—Charlene Morris

H=Host Minister C=Chalice Minister C4—Larry Morris

Ushers Coordinator: Rudy Gonzales, gotexas2015@yahoo.com

Lead Ushers Saturday 5:30pm Vigil Gary Porfirio

Sunday 8:00am Jesse Vielma

Sunday 9:30am Rudy Gonzales

Sunday 12:00pm Fernando Cortez & AJ Jalifi

Sunday 1:45pm (Spanish) Eliseo Tovar

Sunday 3:30pm Latin Mass José Melendez

Sunday 5:30pm George Hindman

Liturgical Ministry Coordinators Altar Servers—Kevin Farris: kebinf1@yahoo.com EMHCs—Charlene Morris: llcjmorris@aol.com Lectors—Natacha Wagner: npdubya@gmail.com, & Teresa Pione: tmpione82@gmail.com Sacristans—Cherilyn Young: smcsacristans@gmail.com

Catholic Scripture Study: Thursdays from 7:00-

9:00pm in the Bishops Hall. For questions email LJSmith78704@yahoo.com.

Lector Refresher Trainings Monday, February 13, Bishops Hall, 6:00-8:00pm or Thursday, February 23, Bishops Hall, 6:00-8:00pm Email Lector Coordinators to sign up! Entrenamiento de Lectores Sábado, 18 de febrero, Catedral, 9 de la mañana Manden correo electrónico a Natacha o Teresa para confirmar que van asistir el entrenamiento.

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Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time

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Bulletin advertisers have the support of our parishioners. Their ads defray the expense of printing the bulletin.

You may have noticed there are currently several ad spaces available. Please contact Thomas Miner, at 512-452-3413.

Traditional Latin Mass

Come experience the ancient traditions and music of the Church. Latin/English & Latin/Spanish missals provided.

Thursday, Feb. 2, 7:00pm—Vespers & Benediction—Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary Friday, Feb. 3, 10:30am—First Friday Mass & Benediction Feb. 5, 3:30pm—High Mass—Fifth Sunday after Epiphany. Join us for our monthly potluck gather ing in the Bishops Hall after Mass. All are welcome. Feb. 12, 3:30pm—Low Mass—Septuagesima. SJLMS Meeting after Mass in the School Library. All are welcome.

Latin phrase of the week: Dominus regnavit, exsultet terra: lætentur insulæ multæ.—The Lord hath reigned, let the earth rejoice: let many islands be glad. Psalm 97:1

To receive news and updates visit :AustinLatinMass.org. Be social, “Like” us on Facebook: St. Joseph Latin Mass Society.

2016 Cathedral Christmas Flowers were given

in honor or memory of

those who suffer from mental health issues; the USA; Mrs. Petra V. Jalifi; Mr. Celestino Jalifi; Rev. Gus McGuire, CSP; Rev. Phil O’Hearn, CSP; Pauline & Natividad Guerrero; O’Neil Family; Patty Garrett; Joan Reardon; Great Grandma Isabel; Morris S. Lucio; Danny Joe Lucio; Alfred Chew; Guy Rushin; James Felix Barrera; Albert Rocha; Vincent Gonzales; Mr. Rudolfo Gonzales, Sr. & Anita Gonzales; Jeanne Cranford; Anna Cho; Andreas Ko; Elvira Valdez; Frederick Morales; Burns & Fischer Families; Peter Burns, Jr.; Judy Peterson; Edward, Vickie & Guadalupe Rodriguez; Verna & Ira McMillan; Delia Johnson (Mora); Enrique E. Romo & Family; Al Tasch; Deceased members of John and Yolanda Heichelbech Families; Mildred Matocha; Ralph & Ida Michalka; George & Mary Atchison; Carmen & Leonardo Serenil; Kay Aho.

Thank you for your offerings in support of our Christmas liturgies.

40 Days for Life: From March 1 to April 9, our

parish will unite with churches across Central Texas for a 40-day campaign of prayer, fasting and a constant peaceful prayer vigil in front of a local abortion facility. Please stop by the Coalition for Life table outside the Cathedral after weekend Masses, Feb. 4-5, to find out how you can partici-pate in 40 Days for Life or visit CentralTexasCoalition.com.

40 Días de Vida: del 1 de marzo al 9 de abril, nuestra parroquia se unen con las iglesias en toda la región central de Texas para una campaña de 40 días de oración, ayuno y una vigilia pacífica constante en frente de un local de servicio de aborto. Por favor pase por la Coalición para la tabla de vida fuera de la catedral tras las Misas del fin de semana, febrero 4-5, para averiguar cómo puede usted participar en 40 días de vida o visite CentralTexasCoalition.com.

2016 Tax Statements: We are grateful for all

donations, large or small and hope that your generosity will bring much needed tax relief when filing your 2016 tax returns. Donors who would like to insure that they

receive a copy of their 2016 Tax Statement should contact

the Cathedral Office before Jan. 31, at 512-476-6182, to request your statement or email tax@smcaustin.org.

Fr. Jay is out of the country until February 9. Pray for his safe return.

Marriage Preparation Series: Together in God’s Love is a 4-part series, presenting an overview of the Church’s teachings on the sacrament of Holy Matrimony to be held Sundays, March 5, 12, 19, 26. Couples should have taken the PMI

(Pre-Marital Inventories), FOCCUS or PREPARE/ENRICH assessments prior to registering. Classes 6:45-8:45pm, in Bishops Hall. Registration fee: $95/couple. Couples must attend all 4 sessions to obtain certificate of completion. Register with Lydia at weddings@smcaustin.org.

Austin Marathon/Half Marathon, Sunday, Feb. 19: Numerous streets will be completely and partially closed starting in the morning and some not reopening until as late as 6:00pm. The

City of Austin has put together a list of the closures. Visit the following link and plan your drive to Mass accordingly. http://kxan.com/2016/02/13/road-closures-for-the-austin-marathon/.

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Rector……………..Very Reverend Tim Nolt

Parochial Vicars……..Reverend Hai Nguyen Reverend Jayaraju Polishetty

Deacons……………….Deacon Vince Boyle Deacon Guadalupe Rodriquez

Business Administrator...………Greg Vidal

Administrative Assistants…..Jessica Burrola Judy Henschen

Loretta Lozano Yvonne Saldaña Kathy Thomas

Lydia Rodriguez (part-time)

Facilities Manager………….Harlan Lawson

Facilities Staff……………...Ruben Villarreal

Bookkeeper………………….Yvonne Bedell

Director of Catholic Faith Formation……. Jaeson Drummond

Director of Music...Dr. Jeffrey Jones-Ragona i

Organist and Wedding Music Coordinator Dr. Brooks Whitmore

Principal………….....……….Robert LeGros

Cathedral Staff

January 29, 2017

Help Our Parish Educate (H.O.P.E.): Purchase your HEB and Randall’s gift cards in Bishops Hall (1) after Sunday morning Masses; (2) Friday mornings at CSSM Student Drop-Off; (3) week days at the School Office, (4) and Cathedral Parish Office. Gift cards are $20, $50, and $100. The Merchant rebates a portion of your purchase to our school when you use their gift cards for your purchases. Your support of the H.O.P.E. program is greatly appreciated!

Vocation Discernment

Cathedral School

Friday, February 3 at 8:30 a.m., Bishop Vásquez will commemorate the 150-Year Anniversary of Cathedral School. This is a public Mass and we invite you all to attend if you are downtown on Friday, February 3.

Men’s Discernment Dinner for single Catholic men ages 18 and older with an openness to discerning a priestly vocation—Wednesday, February 8, 7:00-8:30 pm at Borromeo House. Contact Fr . Jonathan Raia, Vocation Director, 512-949-2430; email fr-jonathan-raia@austindiocese.org.

Project Andrew—Saturday, Feb. 11, 10:00am

-2:00pm, in Bishops Hall. For single Catholic men, ages 16-45, interested in learning about the priesthood, discernment and seminary life. Join us for prayer, testimonials by priests and seminarians; Mass and lunch with Bishop Vásquez. For more information contact the Vocation Office at 512-949-2430. Register online: austinvocations.com. Deadline Feb. 8.

Project Miriam—Saturday, Feb. 18, 10:00am-2:00pm, in Bishops Hall.

For single Catholic women, ages 16-45, seeking to learn from Mary’s joyful “yes” to God. The morning includes prayer and testimonials with religious sisters serving in the diocese, Mass and lunch. For more information contact the Vocation Office at 512-949-2430. Register online: austinvocations.com. Deadline Feb. 15.

As of 1/24/2017:

Campaign Goal: $2,526,000.00

Amount Pledged to Date: $ 2,536,177.27

Pledges/One-time Donations: 529