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CATHOLIC CHURCH - HONEY CREEK Where Stewardship is Our Way of LifeFebruary 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord 25781 Hwy. 46 West, Spring Branch, TX 78070 Main Phone: 830-980-2268 Fax: 830-980-3184 Email: [email protected] WELCOME WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., (12:30 p.m. Español), 5:00 p.m. WEEKDAY LITURGIES: CHAPEL Monday and Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Mass Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:00 a.m. Mass ADORATION: CHAPEL Monday & Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION): Sunday - Thursday By Appointment Friday - Before 8:00 a.m. Mass Saturday: 4:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. WEBSITE: www.stjoseph-honeycreek.org Pastor Fr. Francis McHugh [email protected] Spanish Mass Fr. Servando Guerrero [email protected] Deacons Deacon Glen Bliss [email protected] Deacon Freddy Mireles [email protected] Deacon Mike Pawelek [email protected] Bookkeeper - Office Manager Ronald Andrew Frei, Ext. 208 [email protected] Parish Secretary - Receptionist Imelda Quiroz, Ext. 201 [email protected] Administrative Assistant - Communications Rose Mendez, Ext. 258 [email protected] Director of Music Rick Ramirez, Ext. 207 [email protected] Maintenance Supervisor Dawn Choske, Ext, 268 [email protected] PARISH INFORMATION On the cover: Fr. Francis with youth after Confirmation retreat.

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Page 1: February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord CATHOLIC CHURCH ... · CATHOLIC CHURCH - HONEY CREEK “Where Stewardship is Our Way of Life” February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord

CATHOLIC CHURCH - HONEY CREEK

ldquoWhere Stewardship is Our Way of Liferdquo

February 2 2020 Presentation of the Lord

25781 Hwy 46 West Spring Branch TX 78070 Main Phone 830-980-2268 Fax 830-980-3184 Email Infostjhcchurch

WELCOME

WEEKEND MASSES

Saturday 500 pm

Sunday 800 am 1000 am

(1230 pm Espantildeol) 500 pm

WEEKDAY LITURGIES CHAPEL

Monday and Wednesday

700 pm Mass

Tuesday Thursday and Friday

800 am Mass

ADORATION CHAPEL

Monday amp Tuesday

800 am - 1000 pm

Wednesday 800 am - 700 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION)

Sunday - Thursday By Appointment

Friday - Before 800 am Mass

Saturday 415 pm - 445 pm

OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 800 am - 500 pm Friday 800 am - 430 pm

WEBSITE

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

Pastor Fr Francis McHugh

Fmc2333336gmailcom

Spanish Mass

Fr Servando Guerrero Servandoguerreroarchsaorg

Deacons

Deacon Glen Bliss DeaconGlenstjhcchurch Deacon Freddy Mireles DeaconFreddystjhcchurch Deacon Mike Pawelek DeaconMikestjhcchurch

Bookkeeper - Office Manager

Ronald Andrew Frei Ext 208

rfrei777gmailcom

Parish Secretary - Receptionist Imelda Quiroz Ext 201

ImeldaQstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant -

Communications Rose Mendez Ext 258

RoseMstjhcchurch

Director of Music Rick Ramirez Ext 207

RickRstjhcchurch

Maintenance Supervisor

Dawn Choske Ext 268 DawnCstjhcchurch

PARISH INFORMATION

On the cover

Fr Francis with youth after Confirmation retreat

MASS INTENTIONS

BAPTISM Please call the Faith

Formation Office for information(830)

980-2268 ext 205

MARRIAGE Please see the Pastor

before or after Mass for an

appointment Please make

arrangements at least SIX MONTHS

IN ADVANCE CLASSES ARE

REQUIRED

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

Call to make arrangements

(210) 416-4516

QUINCEANERA Please see the Pastor before or after Mass for an appointment

EMERGENCY WHEN SOMEONE IS NEAR DEATH 210-416-4516 If you need a priest for anointing andor when someone is near death for funeral arrangements or for homehospital Communion please call (210) 416-4516 Requests will be carefully managed as soon as possible TELEFONO DE EMERGENCIA (210) 416-4516

Si usted necesita un sacerdote para unciacuteon de los enfermos cuando alguien estaacute a punto de morir arreglos funerarios communioacuten en casa o en hospital (210) 416-4516 Las Peticiones seraacuten atendidas a la brevedad possible

PLEASE PRAY FOR SACRAMENTS

Are you considering priesthood permanent diaconate sisterhood or brotherhood Please see the Pastor before or after Mass

VOCATIONS

Stephen Ministers provide confidential

care during difficult times such as coping

with the loss of a loved one illness or

any challenge in life If you or someone

you know could benefit from a Stephen

Minister please contact Judy Pawelek at

210-279-2799

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Alex Campagna Michael Campagna

Jackie Delton Jesse Gonzales Rick

Harden Hornet Family Mary Jimenez

Shannon Johnston Jerry King Leo

Lang Kim McBride Esperanza Monje

Daniel Morales Laurie Phillips Ben Ro-

driguez Jenni Staehely Linda Williams

and Kelley Williams

Names for inclusion in the Prayer List may be self-

submitted or submitted by family or friends of some-

one in need of prayer to Imelda Quiroz in the Parish

Office Unless you are an immediate family member

please obtain permission from the person whose

name is being placed on the list prior to submission

Submitted names will be placed on the Prayer List for

two weeks

The guidance of a spiritual director helps to enrich onersquos prayer life and bring them closer to God If interested please contact

Frances Coale - 770-633-4641 gramsc59gvtccom

Paul Gittinger - 210-286-4604 pgittingergvtccom

Cindy Keller - 210-316-1714 ckellergvtccom

Janie Mireles - 210-669-6988 jvmirelesgmailcom

Cecilia Avila - 210-315-8779 avilacecilia21yahoocom

JOHN PAUL I SPIRITUAL DIRECTION

Alcoholics Anonymous - meetings every Tuesday at 830 am in Room 206 For more information contact Mary Mac at mmgit-tingergvtccom or Joe G at 210-827-4885

MONDAY February 3 700 pm Raul Ramirez-Marianne Holliday Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop

TUESDAY February 4 800 am Raul Ramirez-Marianne Holliday Gage Pablo Talavera RIP

WEDNESDAY February 5 700 pm Raul Ramirez-Stanley and Bernice Hons Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop

THURSDAY February 6 800 am Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop Msgr Peter Flood Birthday

FRIDAY February 7 800 am Respect Life Ministry For the Youth of our Parish

SATURDAY February 8 500 pm Pat Felux-Family Delores Busenlehner

SUNDAY February 9 February 9 February 9 February 9

800 am 1000 am 1230 pm 500 pm

Raul Ramirez-Marianne Holliday Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop Melvin Hutzler-Marianne Holliday Dennis Moore-The Gibbens Family Maria de Jesus Gonzalez-Lupita Flores Alani Juarez Tellez For the Repose of the Soul of Kade McGovern Sean Ollre-Charles and Lisa Noll

222020 - 292020 WEEKLY SCHEDULE

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF FEB 2

Sunday Mal 31-4Ps 247 8 9 10 [10b]Heb 214-18Lk 222-40 or 222-32 Monday 2 Sm 1513-14 30 165-13Ps 32-3 4-5 6-7 [8a]Mk 51-20 Tuesday 2 Sm 189-10 14b 24-25a 30mdash193Ps 861-2 3-4 5-6 [1a]Mk 521-43 Wednesday 2 Sm 242 9-17Ps 321-2 5 6 7 [cf 5c]Mk 61-6 Thursday 1 Kgs 21-4 10-121 Chr 2910 11ab 11d-12a 12bcd [12b]Mk 67-13 this is correct Friday Sir 472-11Ps 1831 47 and 50 51 [cf 47b]Mk 614-29 Saturday 1 Kgs 34-13Ps 1199 10 11 12 13 14 [12b]Mk 630-34 Next Sunday Is 587-10Ps 1124-5 6-7 8-9 [4a]1 Cor 21-5Mt 513-16

CATHOLIC CONVERSATIONS w Fr Francis and Deacon Mike

February 2 2020 Sacraments

Sunday February 2 2020

Regular Mass Schedule

800 AM RCIA for Children - Parish Hall

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

800 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

915 AM amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM Sacramental Parent Formation - Room 206

915 AM Fulton Sheen Catechism Series - Room 202

915 AM amp 1115 AM Traditional Middle School FF - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Room 207

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1030 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

1045 AM Adult FF-Spanish - Room 202

1045 AM K-5 Faith Formation Spanish - Various

1100 AM Catholic Conversations - Main Church

200 PM Fr Servando trip to Jerusalem mtg - Room 201

Monday February 3 2020

800 AM - 1000 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

630 PM ACTS Core Meeting - Room 201

700 PM MOM Ministry-Book Share - Room 203

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

730 PM Formed Conversation - Room 207

Tuesday February 4 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

800 AM - 1000 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

830 AM AA Meeting - Room 206

1000 AM Bible Study - Parish Hall

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

400 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-1 amp 2

600 PM CGS Catechist Meeting - Room 201

700 PM Knights of Columbus Assembly - St John Hall

700 PM Eng WACTS Reunion - Parish Hall

815 PM Young College Faith Share - Youth Center

Wednesday February 5 2020

800 AM - 700 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

900 AM Word of Life - Room 207

900 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd Level 1

1000 AM Honey Bee Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Arts amp Craft Guild - Room 106

330 PM Bible Study-Fulfilled Part I - Room 207

400 PM Mom amp Tot Playdates - Room 102

400 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1 amp 2

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

600 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Bilingual

615 PM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

615 PM Sacramental Parent Formation - Room 206

615 PM EDGE - Parish Hall

630 PM Catholic Daughters Mtg - St John Hall

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

Thursday February 6 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM Honey Bee Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Altar Society Meeting - Room 205

1000 AM Fulfilled Part One - Room 207

400 PM Eng MACTS Retreat Sendoff- Parish Hall

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

600 PM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Room 205

630 PM Eucharistic Minister Training - Church

700 PM Choir Rehearsal - Main Church

Friday February 7 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

900 AM Rosary Guild - Room 202

600 PM Holy League - Room 207

700 PM Amigos de Jesus - Room 201

700 PM Piedras Vivas Adoration - Main Church

Saturday February 8 2020

500 PM Regular Mass Schedule

Sunday February 9 2020

Regular Mass Schedule

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

800 AM RCIA Adapted for Children - Room 206

800 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

915 AM amp 1115 AM Traditional Middle School FF - Room 201

915 AM amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM Fulton Sheen Catechism Series - Room 202

1000 AM Mens ACTS Return Mass

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Various

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1030 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

1045 AM Adult FF-Spanish - Room 202

1045 AM K-5 Faith Formation Spanish - Various

200 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

615 PM High School Faith Formation - Parish Hall

700 PM Parish AdorationXLT - Main Church

March 15 2020 Holy Week The Triduum

April 19 2020 Divine Mercy Sunday

JOIN THE USHER MINISTRY Are you being called to serve Please consider volunteering for the Ministers of Hospitali-tyUSHERS Please talk to one of the USHERS at Mass or contact Rose in the Parish office 830-980-2268

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT Last chance for the 2020 Menrsquos ACTS retreat If yoursquod like to enjoy a peaceful weekend while building a deeper relationship with God then this retreat is for you The retreat begins on a Thursday evening February 6 at 600 pm and concludes Sunday afternoon after Mass at St Joseph ndash Honey Creek Registration forms can be found in the gather-ing space or on the parish website

MOM MINISTRY Bookshare Maryrsquos Way by Judy Landrieu Klein ndash Maryrsquos Way The Power of Entrusting Your Child to God will help you become a more powerful intercessor for yourself and your children and release them to the care of the Blessed Mother as they struggle through the various stages of life Meeting Monday Nights in room 203 of the Education Building at 730pm Feb 3 10 24 March 2 23 30 APRIL 6 13

HILL OF THE CROSS ANNUAL CLEANUP Saturday February 15 2020 The Hill of the Cross is truly one of our Churchs treasures It is used all year by our parish-ioners and by many groups that come to our church for mini-retreats We need your helpall members of the parish and the community are welcome to assist with the cleanup and it is truly a great time to share in fellowship and service to the communi-ty The youth of the parish play a vital and significant role in our community and their fellowship and contribution to the cleanup effort is very much welcomed and appreci-ated Refreshments to include homemade breakfast tacos and donuts will be provid-ed by the Catholic Daughters for those that work up an appetite The cleanup will start at 730 amit should only take 2 to 3 hours Tools that are needed are wheel-barrows ldquowe always need more wheelbar-rowsrdquo rakes shovels pitchforks loppers for small brush cutting and a weed eater We will be spreading mulch on the path and trimming shrubs and trees as need-ed For more information call Tommy Ru-bio at 650-922-2326 or email tommyru-bio77hotmailcom Thank you and God Bless

MARDI GRAS DANCE The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court 2260 would like to invite you to a Mardi Gras Dance on February 15 2020 at 630 pm - 1100 pm in St John Hall Tickets

available in parish office Ticket sales are limited to 130 tickets and entry price for the dance is $2500 per person A hot dinner will be served at 630 pm to 730 pm If you have any questions please contact Rose in parish office 830-980-2268

FORMED CONVERSATIONS - Choosing Selections from Formedorg Our conversations will be comprised of viewing Brant Petrirsquos video on the weekly readings followed by dynamic interactive conversation in prepara-tion of Sundays Mass Sessions begin Monday evenings January 20 - May 25 2020 at 730 pm - 900 pm in Room 207 with Steve and Tere-

SAVE THE DATE Join us for our Parish Lenten Retreat with Gus Lloyd on February 22 at 830am -1130am in the Main Church The main theme will focus on the sanctity of life Refreshments will be provided and the event is FREE Gus Lloyd is an interna-tionally acclaimed Catholic speaker You can check out his show and ldquotune inrdquo every weekday morning on Sirius XM 129 or visit his website at guslloydcom

ARTS AND CRAFTS MINISTRY The Arts and Crafts Ministry is looking for artists and crafters to join them If you sew crochet knit paint make jewelry cards wood work or any other talents please join us on Wednesdays in Room 106 from 1000 am to 300 pm We also appreciate donated materials Contact Estella Marquez at 956-246-1377 or Joana Alexander at 830-428-6606 for any questions you may have

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS Ladies of St Joseph Please join us for our next Catholic Daughters meet-ing on Wednesday February 5 in St John Hall at 630 pm Come visit with us and meet some amazing women in our parish Questions Con-tact Carmen Hanshaw at 713-882-3672

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS We have AA meetings every Tuesday at 830 am in Room 206 in the Education Build-ing These are open discussion meetings on AA approved literature and are open to the general public More information Mary Mac at mmgittingergvtccom or 210-286-4465

PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY If you would like to see what it takes to put a prayer quilt together you are most welcome to stop by any Wed or Thurs from 10am ndash 2pm Rm 202 There is something for everyone to do without having any experience Weave in faith God will provide the thread

Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother ldquoBehold this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israelrdquo - Luke 234a

FAITH FORMATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadisecom

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Sue Torres Ext 259

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Ministry Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation Marty Alonzo Ext 211

MartyAstjhcchurch

Family Life Coordinator

Laleacutetta Esquell Ext 266

LalettaEstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant

Frances Coale

FrancesCstjhcchurch

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow)January 9 - April 23 2020 Thursdays 10AM to 12PM Cindy Payne $30 each part

Catholic Prayer for Catholic Families Loyola Press

Praying in Your Own Words Praying in your own words may seem somewhat intimidating at first If you remem-ber to keep it simplerdquo however and talk to God as though you were talking to a friend you can pray in your own words at any time and place Dont get hung up on trying to use long fancy words Talk to God about your hopes fears joys dreams desires challenges and worries Consider the following a good beginning resources Thank God for all the blessings you have and for all the good that youve experienced recently Tell god what your needs are Tell God that you are sorry for the times that you havent acted the way he would want you to Pray for the needs of others Pray with praise and adoration recognizing the depth of Gods goodness

Praying in your own words can be done silently or aloud Share your prayers with your children and encourage them to stop while you are outside enjoying nature together to thank God for all of his beauty When beginning a school project togeth-er include God by asking his help to do a good job

Fulfilled Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism Have you ever been unable to explain the ldquowhyrdquo of Catholic beliefs This class is an apologetic approach to sharing the Catholic Faith using the Old Testament Taber-nacle as a blueprint for Godrsquos plan Fulfilled will reignite your love of Scripture and help you share and defend the Catholic Faith with the Word of God

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow) January 8 - April 15 2020 Wednesdays 330PM to 500PM Cathy Sondergaard $30 each part

CATHOLIC PRAYER FOR CATHOLIC FAMILIES

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

CharlesNstjhcchurch

ALEXANDER HOUSE MARRIAGE MINISTRY You are invited to attend the Alexander House Marriage Ministry Benefit Dinner on Thursday February 6 2020 at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Please join us for a great evening as we come together united in our desire to support all couples who are struggling Tickets are free regis-ter at wwwtaha2020event britecom

REGINA CAELI ACADEMY Regina Caeli Academy a homeschool resource center invite you to their annual fundraiser the Regina Caeli Priest Talent Show Priests from across the Archdiocese are sharing their unique talents on the evening of February 15 at St Pius X You never know what hidden tal-ents will be revealed Go to httpwwwRCAHybridorg for tickets and more info

Today we need to discuss the seven deadly sins before we get to the specific virtues in this new year It is always best to diagnose a problem before we come up with a prognosis So letrsquos start there Sin creates the proclivity to do harm (sin) it engenders vice by repetition of the same acts This results in perverse inclinations which cloud conscience and corrupt the concrete judgment of good and evil Thus sin tends to reproduce itself and reinforce itself but it cannot destroy the moral sense at its root (CCC 1865) So if we wish to sin no more one needs to first identify their weaknesses and counter it with virtue that is the ldquohabitual and firm disposi-tion to do goodrdquo (CCC 1833) Seven deadly sins also known as the Capital Vices or Capital Sins is this monthrsquos topic In order to understand identify and conquer our sins it is helpful to know the major sins in our lives These are the sins identified by the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1866 as Lust Gluttony Greed Sloth Wrath Envy and good old faithful ever present Pride In summary below for our examination are some of the defi-nitions of the seven sins so the reader might take inventory of their lives before we jump into specific virtues to counter these sins in the new year

Lust (Latin luxuria) is a psychological force producing intense wanting or longing for an object or circumstance fulfilling the emo-tion Lust can take any form such as the lust for generally sexuality (love of the flesh real or imaginary like pornography) but also for love of money or power

Gluttony (Latin gula) derived from the gluttire meaning to gulp down or swallowrdquo Means over-indulgence and over-consumption of food drink or wealth items particularly as status symbols

Greed or Avarice (Latin avaritia) is an inordinate or insatiable longing for material gain be it food money status or power

Sloth (Latin acedia) is considered the most difficult sin to define and credit as sin since it refers to a jumble of notions dating from antiq-uity and including mental spiritual pathological and physical states One definition is a habitual disinclination to exertion or simple lazi-ness Christians know that one day we must all answer for the times we did nothing and were not productive like the talents buried in-stead of multiplying it 10 50 or 100

Wrath (Latin ira) The emotion anger also known as wrath or rage is an intense emotional state It involves a strong uncomfortable and hostile response to a perceived provocation hurt or threat This is kin to though shall not kill

Envy (Latin invidia) is an emotion which occurs when a person lacks anothers superior quality achievement or possession and either desires it or wishes that the other lacked it Aristotle defined envy as pain at the sight of anotherrsquos good fortune stirred by ldquothose who have what we ought to haverdquo

Pride (Latin superbia) is an emotional state deriving positive affect from the perceived value of a person or thing with which the subject has an intimate connection It may be inwardly or outwardly directed The most powerful and indiscriminate sin everyone person must battle

The real good news is that it does not matter what sins you have committed in life no matter what you have done no matter where you have been we can all be reconciled in a good confession That confession needs to be contrite concise concrete clear and complete But then the ldquorubrdquo because we are forgiven of our sins we are to go forth and sin no more we commit to changing our lives Ever find yourself going to confession and reciting the same sins over and over again Because of concupiscence (original sin the inclination of doing wrong) how do we do that if we have picked up bad habits that created the proclivity to sin The only answer is to combat these sins and make an exerted intentional act to fill the void with good virtues remember the ldquohabitual and firm disposition to do goodrdquo going forward We will over the course of the year highlight monthly one very concrete virtue so we can gain an ever- lasting appreciation for that virtue Finally a virtue acquired habitually will tend to lift all the other virtues you desire to acquire Meaning once virtues are habitual the other virtues acquisition becomes easier over time

Want to learn more Courageous Virtue by Stacy Mitch The virtue Driven Life by Fr Benedict Groeschel The Four Cardinal Virtues by Josef Pieper The Virtues of Holiness by Juan Luis Lorda

CATHOLIC CORNER

COMMUNITY

AVAILABLE AD SPACE John Kirchner from LPi our bulletin printer will be in our office the week of February 10 securing new ads for our bulle-tin Please consider purchasing an ad sponsoring a charity or in Memory of a Loved One Your participation makes our bulletin successful and you attract customers

Build your business and help us grow a vibrant faith community

FAUSTINA MESSENGER OF DIVINE MERCY Performed live by Jennifer Pagano on February 14 at 7pm at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Tickets and information 210-497-4200 misericordiaedivinusgmailcom Admission $10 adults $7 youth ages under 12

Dollar Club ndash February 8 amp 9

St Joseph-Honey Creek has donated over $37000 to

seminarians since 2016

During the Second Collection on February 89 all parishioners family members and friends are encouraged to join the Dollar Club by donating $1 a month or an annual donation of $12

All proceeds go directly to the Seminarian Formation Endowment Fund that supports the living and educa-tional expenses of our 19 Archdiocese seminarians

Make checks payable to St Joseph with a Memo Dollar Club Or go on-line to St Joseph website Give Second Collection Dollar Club

The Knights of Columbus Dollar Club thank you for your continued support and generosity Please contact Steve Hanshaw with comments or questions at 281-900-6198

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join your parish family for a night of praise and worship at

the next XLT Adoration with the Blessed Sacrament

Sunday February 9 700 pm in Main Church

All are welcome

ANNUNCIOS

PIEDRAS VIVAS El grupo de oracioacuten ldquoPiedras Vivasrdquo se reuacutene cada viernes de 7-9 pm en el saloacuten parroquial Su misioacuten es ser guiados por el Espiacuteritu Santo en muchas formas de oracioacuten rosario Alabanzas adoracioacuten meditacioacuten del palabra y oracioacuten comunitaria El primer viernes del mes nos reunimos en la iglesia principal de 7-9pm para reparacioacuten al sagra-do corazoacuten de Jesuacutes Para maacutes informacioacuten victoriastewardhotmailcom

CERRO DE LA CRUZ La limpieza anual del Cerro de La Cruz (Hill of the Cross) es el saacutebado 15 de febrero a las 730 am Se invita a to-dos los miembros de la parroquia y a la comunidad a com-partir el compantildeerismo y el servicio a nuestra parroquia Para mas informacion llame a Tommy Rubio at 650-922-2326 o email tommyrubio77hotmailcom Habra tacos y donas para el desayuno Gracias

RETIRO PARROQUIAL DE CUARESMA Reserve la fecha Acompaacutentildeenos en nuestro Retiro Parroquial de Cuaresma con el ora-dor catoacutelico aclamado internacionalmente Gus Lloyd el 22 de febrero a las 830 am en la Iglesia Principal iexclSe proporcionaraacuten refrescos y el evento es GRATIS Esta platica cerra solamente en ingles

CONFIRMACIOacuteN La Misa de Confirmacioacuten cera el 22 de Febrero 2020 a las 130 pm La prac-tiqa es para padrino y confirmandi a las 1030 am - 130 pm en el salon Parroquial

Join us for Our

4th Annual

Saturday February 15

630pm - 1100pm

Live music by the Mo-Dels St John Hall bull $25 tickets are limited

and available in parish office Hot dinner 630 pm - 730 pm

More info at 830-980-2268

HONRANDO LAS FUERZAS ARMADAS St Joseph estaraacute honrando a nuestros hombres y mujeres en las fuerzas armadas con una foto en el vestiacutebulo Si desea incluir la foto de su ser querido mande su foto y informacioacuten a rosemstjhcchurch

Into the Heart A Journey through the Theology of the Body

An online study with Ascension Press through

St Joseph-Honey Creek Family Life Information - LalettaEstjhcchurch

PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

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FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

Page 2: February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord CATHOLIC CHURCH ... · CATHOLIC CHURCH - HONEY CREEK “Where Stewardship is Our Way of Life” February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord

MASS INTENTIONS

BAPTISM Please call the Faith

Formation Office for information(830)

980-2268 ext 205

MARRIAGE Please see the Pastor

before or after Mass for an

appointment Please make

arrangements at least SIX MONTHS

IN ADVANCE CLASSES ARE

REQUIRED

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

Call to make arrangements

(210) 416-4516

QUINCEANERA Please see the Pastor before or after Mass for an appointment

EMERGENCY WHEN SOMEONE IS NEAR DEATH 210-416-4516 If you need a priest for anointing andor when someone is near death for funeral arrangements or for homehospital Communion please call (210) 416-4516 Requests will be carefully managed as soon as possible TELEFONO DE EMERGENCIA (210) 416-4516

Si usted necesita un sacerdote para unciacuteon de los enfermos cuando alguien estaacute a punto de morir arreglos funerarios communioacuten en casa o en hospital (210) 416-4516 Las Peticiones seraacuten atendidas a la brevedad possible

PLEASE PRAY FOR SACRAMENTS

Are you considering priesthood permanent diaconate sisterhood or brotherhood Please see the Pastor before or after Mass

VOCATIONS

Stephen Ministers provide confidential

care during difficult times such as coping

with the loss of a loved one illness or

any challenge in life If you or someone

you know could benefit from a Stephen

Minister please contact Judy Pawelek at

210-279-2799

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Alex Campagna Michael Campagna

Jackie Delton Jesse Gonzales Rick

Harden Hornet Family Mary Jimenez

Shannon Johnston Jerry King Leo

Lang Kim McBride Esperanza Monje

Daniel Morales Laurie Phillips Ben Ro-

driguez Jenni Staehely Linda Williams

and Kelley Williams

Names for inclusion in the Prayer List may be self-

submitted or submitted by family or friends of some-

one in need of prayer to Imelda Quiroz in the Parish

Office Unless you are an immediate family member

please obtain permission from the person whose

name is being placed on the list prior to submission

Submitted names will be placed on the Prayer List for

two weeks

The guidance of a spiritual director helps to enrich onersquos prayer life and bring them closer to God If interested please contact

Frances Coale - 770-633-4641 gramsc59gvtccom

Paul Gittinger - 210-286-4604 pgittingergvtccom

Cindy Keller - 210-316-1714 ckellergvtccom

Janie Mireles - 210-669-6988 jvmirelesgmailcom

Cecilia Avila - 210-315-8779 avilacecilia21yahoocom

JOHN PAUL I SPIRITUAL DIRECTION

Alcoholics Anonymous - meetings every Tuesday at 830 am in Room 206 For more information contact Mary Mac at mmgit-tingergvtccom or Joe G at 210-827-4885

MONDAY February 3 700 pm Raul Ramirez-Marianne Holliday Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop

TUESDAY February 4 800 am Raul Ramirez-Marianne Holliday Gage Pablo Talavera RIP

WEDNESDAY February 5 700 pm Raul Ramirez-Stanley and Bernice Hons Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop

THURSDAY February 6 800 am Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop Msgr Peter Flood Birthday

FRIDAY February 7 800 am Respect Life Ministry For the Youth of our Parish

SATURDAY February 8 500 pm Pat Felux-Family Delores Busenlehner

SUNDAY February 9 February 9 February 9 February 9

800 am 1000 am 1230 pm 500 pm

Raul Ramirez-Marianne Holliday Michael McGregor-Mom and Pop Melvin Hutzler-Marianne Holliday Dennis Moore-The Gibbens Family Maria de Jesus Gonzalez-Lupita Flores Alani Juarez Tellez For the Repose of the Soul of Kade McGovern Sean Ollre-Charles and Lisa Noll

222020 - 292020 WEEKLY SCHEDULE

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF FEB 2

Sunday Mal 31-4Ps 247 8 9 10 [10b]Heb 214-18Lk 222-40 or 222-32 Monday 2 Sm 1513-14 30 165-13Ps 32-3 4-5 6-7 [8a]Mk 51-20 Tuesday 2 Sm 189-10 14b 24-25a 30mdash193Ps 861-2 3-4 5-6 [1a]Mk 521-43 Wednesday 2 Sm 242 9-17Ps 321-2 5 6 7 [cf 5c]Mk 61-6 Thursday 1 Kgs 21-4 10-121 Chr 2910 11ab 11d-12a 12bcd [12b]Mk 67-13 this is correct Friday Sir 472-11Ps 1831 47 and 50 51 [cf 47b]Mk 614-29 Saturday 1 Kgs 34-13Ps 1199 10 11 12 13 14 [12b]Mk 630-34 Next Sunday Is 587-10Ps 1124-5 6-7 8-9 [4a]1 Cor 21-5Mt 513-16

CATHOLIC CONVERSATIONS w Fr Francis and Deacon Mike

February 2 2020 Sacraments

Sunday February 2 2020

Regular Mass Schedule

800 AM RCIA for Children - Parish Hall

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

800 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

915 AM amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM Sacramental Parent Formation - Room 206

915 AM Fulton Sheen Catechism Series - Room 202

915 AM amp 1115 AM Traditional Middle School FF - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Room 207

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1030 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

1045 AM Adult FF-Spanish - Room 202

1045 AM K-5 Faith Formation Spanish - Various

1100 AM Catholic Conversations - Main Church

200 PM Fr Servando trip to Jerusalem mtg - Room 201

Monday February 3 2020

800 AM - 1000 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

630 PM ACTS Core Meeting - Room 201

700 PM MOM Ministry-Book Share - Room 203

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

730 PM Formed Conversation - Room 207

Tuesday February 4 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

800 AM - 1000 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

830 AM AA Meeting - Room 206

1000 AM Bible Study - Parish Hall

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

400 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-1 amp 2

600 PM CGS Catechist Meeting - Room 201

700 PM Knights of Columbus Assembly - St John Hall

700 PM Eng WACTS Reunion - Parish Hall

815 PM Young College Faith Share - Youth Center

Wednesday February 5 2020

800 AM - 700 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

900 AM Word of Life - Room 207

900 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd Level 1

1000 AM Honey Bee Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Arts amp Craft Guild - Room 106

330 PM Bible Study-Fulfilled Part I - Room 207

400 PM Mom amp Tot Playdates - Room 102

400 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1 amp 2

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

600 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Bilingual

615 PM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

615 PM Sacramental Parent Formation - Room 206

615 PM EDGE - Parish Hall

630 PM Catholic Daughters Mtg - St John Hall

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

Thursday February 6 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM Honey Bee Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Altar Society Meeting - Room 205

1000 AM Fulfilled Part One - Room 207

400 PM Eng MACTS Retreat Sendoff- Parish Hall

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

600 PM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Room 205

630 PM Eucharistic Minister Training - Church

700 PM Choir Rehearsal - Main Church

Friday February 7 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

900 AM Rosary Guild - Room 202

600 PM Holy League - Room 207

700 PM Amigos de Jesus - Room 201

700 PM Piedras Vivas Adoration - Main Church

Saturday February 8 2020

500 PM Regular Mass Schedule

Sunday February 9 2020

Regular Mass Schedule

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

800 AM RCIA Adapted for Children - Room 206

800 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

915 AM amp 1115 AM Traditional Middle School FF - Room 201

915 AM amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM Fulton Sheen Catechism Series - Room 202

1000 AM Mens ACTS Return Mass

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Various

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1030 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

1045 AM Adult FF-Spanish - Room 202

1045 AM K-5 Faith Formation Spanish - Various

200 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

615 PM High School Faith Formation - Parish Hall

700 PM Parish AdorationXLT - Main Church

March 15 2020 Holy Week The Triduum

April 19 2020 Divine Mercy Sunday

JOIN THE USHER MINISTRY Are you being called to serve Please consider volunteering for the Ministers of Hospitali-tyUSHERS Please talk to one of the USHERS at Mass or contact Rose in the Parish office 830-980-2268

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT Last chance for the 2020 Menrsquos ACTS retreat If yoursquod like to enjoy a peaceful weekend while building a deeper relationship with God then this retreat is for you The retreat begins on a Thursday evening February 6 at 600 pm and concludes Sunday afternoon after Mass at St Joseph ndash Honey Creek Registration forms can be found in the gather-ing space or on the parish website

MOM MINISTRY Bookshare Maryrsquos Way by Judy Landrieu Klein ndash Maryrsquos Way The Power of Entrusting Your Child to God will help you become a more powerful intercessor for yourself and your children and release them to the care of the Blessed Mother as they struggle through the various stages of life Meeting Monday Nights in room 203 of the Education Building at 730pm Feb 3 10 24 March 2 23 30 APRIL 6 13

HILL OF THE CROSS ANNUAL CLEANUP Saturday February 15 2020 The Hill of the Cross is truly one of our Churchs treasures It is used all year by our parish-ioners and by many groups that come to our church for mini-retreats We need your helpall members of the parish and the community are welcome to assist with the cleanup and it is truly a great time to share in fellowship and service to the communi-ty The youth of the parish play a vital and significant role in our community and their fellowship and contribution to the cleanup effort is very much welcomed and appreci-ated Refreshments to include homemade breakfast tacos and donuts will be provid-ed by the Catholic Daughters for those that work up an appetite The cleanup will start at 730 amit should only take 2 to 3 hours Tools that are needed are wheel-barrows ldquowe always need more wheelbar-rowsrdquo rakes shovels pitchforks loppers for small brush cutting and a weed eater We will be spreading mulch on the path and trimming shrubs and trees as need-ed For more information call Tommy Ru-bio at 650-922-2326 or email tommyru-bio77hotmailcom Thank you and God Bless

MARDI GRAS DANCE The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court 2260 would like to invite you to a Mardi Gras Dance on February 15 2020 at 630 pm - 1100 pm in St John Hall Tickets

available in parish office Ticket sales are limited to 130 tickets and entry price for the dance is $2500 per person A hot dinner will be served at 630 pm to 730 pm If you have any questions please contact Rose in parish office 830-980-2268

FORMED CONVERSATIONS - Choosing Selections from Formedorg Our conversations will be comprised of viewing Brant Petrirsquos video on the weekly readings followed by dynamic interactive conversation in prepara-tion of Sundays Mass Sessions begin Monday evenings January 20 - May 25 2020 at 730 pm - 900 pm in Room 207 with Steve and Tere-

SAVE THE DATE Join us for our Parish Lenten Retreat with Gus Lloyd on February 22 at 830am -1130am in the Main Church The main theme will focus on the sanctity of life Refreshments will be provided and the event is FREE Gus Lloyd is an interna-tionally acclaimed Catholic speaker You can check out his show and ldquotune inrdquo every weekday morning on Sirius XM 129 or visit his website at guslloydcom

ARTS AND CRAFTS MINISTRY The Arts and Crafts Ministry is looking for artists and crafters to join them If you sew crochet knit paint make jewelry cards wood work or any other talents please join us on Wednesdays in Room 106 from 1000 am to 300 pm We also appreciate donated materials Contact Estella Marquez at 956-246-1377 or Joana Alexander at 830-428-6606 for any questions you may have

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS Ladies of St Joseph Please join us for our next Catholic Daughters meet-ing on Wednesday February 5 in St John Hall at 630 pm Come visit with us and meet some amazing women in our parish Questions Con-tact Carmen Hanshaw at 713-882-3672

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS We have AA meetings every Tuesday at 830 am in Room 206 in the Education Build-ing These are open discussion meetings on AA approved literature and are open to the general public More information Mary Mac at mmgittingergvtccom or 210-286-4465

PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY If you would like to see what it takes to put a prayer quilt together you are most welcome to stop by any Wed or Thurs from 10am ndash 2pm Rm 202 There is something for everyone to do without having any experience Weave in faith God will provide the thread

Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother ldquoBehold this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israelrdquo - Luke 234a

FAITH FORMATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadisecom

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Sue Torres Ext 259

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Ministry Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation Marty Alonzo Ext 211

MartyAstjhcchurch

Family Life Coordinator

Laleacutetta Esquell Ext 266

LalettaEstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant

Frances Coale

FrancesCstjhcchurch

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow)January 9 - April 23 2020 Thursdays 10AM to 12PM Cindy Payne $30 each part

Catholic Prayer for Catholic Families Loyola Press

Praying in Your Own Words Praying in your own words may seem somewhat intimidating at first If you remem-ber to keep it simplerdquo however and talk to God as though you were talking to a friend you can pray in your own words at any time and place Dont get hung up on trying to use long fancy words Talk to God about your hopes fears joys dreams desires challenges and worries Consider the following a good beginning resources Thank God for all the blessings you have and for all the good that youve experienced recently Tell god what your needs are Tell God that you are sorry for the times that you havent acted the way he would want you to Pray for the needs of others Pray with praise and adoration recognizing the depth of Gods goodness

Praying in your own words can be done silently or aloud Share your prayers with your children and encourage them to stop while you are outside enjoying nature together to thank God for all of his beauty When beginning a school project togeth-er include God by asking his help to do a good job

Fulfilled Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism Have you ever been unable to explain the ldquowhyrdquo of Catholic beliefs This class is an apologetic approach to sharing the Catholic Faith using the Old Testament Taber-nacle as a blueprint for Godrsquos plan Fulfilled will reignite your love of Scripture and help you share and defend the Catholic Faith with the Word of God

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow) January 8 - April 15 2020 Wednesdays 330PM to 500PM Cathy Sondergaard $30 each part

CATHOLIC PRAYER FOR CATHOLIC FAMILIES

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

CharlesNstjhcchurch

ALEXANDER HOUSE MARRIAGE MINISTRY You are invited to attend the Alexander House Marriage Ministry Benefit Dinner on Thursday February 6 2020 at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Please join us for a great evening as we come together united in our desire to support all couples who are struggling Tickets are free regis-ter at wwwtaha2020event britecom

REGINA CAELI ACADEMY Regina Caeli Academy a homeschool resource center invite you to their annual fundraiser the Regina Caeli Priest Talent Show Priests from across the Archdiocese are sharing their unique talents on the evening of February 15 at St Pius X You never know what hidden tal-ents will be revealed Go to httpwwwRCAHybridorg for tickets and more info

Today we need to discuss the seven deadly sins before we get to the specific virtues in this new year It is always best to diagnose a problem before we come up with a prognosis So letrsquos start there Sin creates the proclivity to do harm (sin) it engenders vice by repetition of the same acts This results in perverse inclinations which cloud conscience and corrupt the concrete judgment of good and evil Thus sin tends to reproduce itself and reinforce itself but it cannot destroy the moral sense at its root (CCC 1865) So if we wish to sin no more one needs to first identify their weaknesses and counter it with virtue that is the ldquohabitual and firm disposi-tion to do goodrdquo (CCC 1833) Seven deadly sins also known as the Capital Vices or Capital Sins is this monthrsquos topic In order to understand identify and conquer our sins it is helpful to know the major sins in our lives These are the sins identified by the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1866 as Lust Gluttony Greed Sloth Wrath Envy and good old faithful ever present Pride In summary below for our examination are some of the defi-nitions of the seven sins so the reader might take inventory of their lives before we jump into specific virtues to counter these sins in the new year

Lust (Latin luxuria) is a psychological force producing intense wanting or longing for an object or circumstance fulfilling the emo-tion Lust can take any form such as the lust for generally sexuality (love of the flesh real or imaginary like pornography) but also for love of money or power

Gluttony (Latin gula) derived from the gluttire meaning to gulp down or swallowrdquo Means over-indulgence and over-consumption of food drink or wealth items particularly as status symbols

Greed or Avarice (Latin avaritia) is an inordinate or insatiable longing for material gain be it food money status or power

Sloth (Latin acedia) is considered the most difficult sin to define and credit as sin since it refers to a jumble of notions dating from antiq-uity and including mental spiritual pathological and physical states One definition is a habitual disinclination to exertion or simple lazi-ness Christians know that one day we must all answer for the times we did nothing and were not productive like the talents buried in-stead of multiplying it 10 50 or 100

Wrath (Latin ira) The emotion anger also known as wrath or rage is an intense emotional state It involves a strong uncomfortable and hostile response to a perceived provocation hurt or threat This is kin to though shall not kill

Envy (Latin invidia) is an emotion which occurs when a person lacks anothers superior quality achievement or possession and either desires it or wishes that the other lacked it Aristotle defined envy as pain at the sight of anotherrsquos good fortune stirred by ldquothose who have what we ought to haverdquo

Pride (Latin superbia) is an emotional state deriving positive affect from the perceived value of a person or thing with which the subject has an intimate connection It may be inwardly or outwardly directed The most powerful and indiscriminate sin everyone person must battle

The real good news is that it does not matter what sins you have committed in life no matter what you have done no matter where you have been we can all be reconciled in a good confession That confession needs to be contrite concise concrete clear and complete But then the ldquorubrdquo because we are forgiven of our sins we are to go forth and sin no more we commit to changing our lives Ever find yourself going to confession and reciting the same sins over and over again Because of concupiscence (original sin the inclination of doing wrong) how do we do that if we have picked up bad habits that created the proclivity to sin The only answer is to combat these sins and make an exerted intentional act to fill the void with good virtues remember the ldquohabitual and firm disposition to do goodrdquo going forward We will over the course of the year highlight monthly one very concrete virtue so we can gain an ever- lasting appreciation for that virtue Finally a virtue acquired habitually will tend to lift all the other virtues you desire to acquire Meaning once virtues are habitual the other virtues acquisition becomes easier over time

Want to learn more Courageous Virtue by Stacy Mitch The virtue Driven Life by Fr Benedict Groeschel The Four Cardinal Virtues by Josef Pieper The Virtues of Holiness by Juan Luis Lorda

CATHOLIC CORNER

COMMUNITY

AVAILABLE AD SPACE John Kirchner from LPi our bulletin printer will be in our office the week of February 10 securing new ads for our bulle-tin Please consider purchasing an ad sponsoring a charity or in Memory of a Loved One Your participation makes our bulletin successful and you attract customers

Build your business and help us grow a vibrant faith community

FAUSTINA MESSENGER OF DIVINE MERCY Performed live by Jennifer Pagano on February 14 at 7pm at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Tickets and information 210-497-4200 misericordiaedivinusgmailcom Admission $10 adults $7 youth ages under 12

Dollar Club ndash February 8 amp 9

St Joseph-Honey Creek has donated over $37000 to

seminarians since 2016

During the Second Collection on February 89 all parishioners family members and friends are encouraged to join the Dollar Club by donating $1 a month or an annual donation of $12

All proceeds go directly to the Seminarian Formation Endowment Fund that supports the living and educa-tional expenses of our 19 Archdiocese seminarians

Make checks payable to St Joseph with a Memo Dollar Club Or go on-line to St Joseph website Give Second Collection Dollar Club

The Knights of Columbus Dollar Club thank you for your continued support and generosity Please contact Steve Hanshaw with comments or questions at 281-900-6198

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join your parish family for a night of praise and worship at

the next XLT Adoration with the Blessed Sacrament

Sunday February 9 700 pm in Main Church

All are welcome

ANNUNCIOS

PIEDRAS VIVAS El grupo de oracioacuten ldquoPiedras Vivasrdquo se reuacutene cada viernes de 7-9 pm en el saloacuten parroquial Su misioacuten es ser guiados por el Espiacuteritu Santo en muchas formas de oracioacuten rosario Alabanzas adoracioacuten meditacioacuten del palabra y oracioacuten comunitaria El primer viernes del mes nos reunimos en la iglesia principal de 7-9pm para reparacioacuten al sagra-do corazoacuten de Jesuacutes Para maacutes informacioacuten victoriastewardhotmailcom

CERRO DE LA CRUZ La limpieza anual del Cerro de La Cruz (Hill of the Cross) es el saacutebado 15 de febrero a las 730 am Se invita a to-dos los miembros de la parroquia y a la comunidad a com-partir el compantildeerismo y el servicio a nuestra parroquia Para mas informacion llame a Tommy Rubio at 650-922-2326 o email tommyrubio77hotmailcom Habra tacos y donas para el desayuno Gracias

RETIRO PARROQUIAL DE CUARESMA Reserve la fecha Acompaacutentildeenos en nuestro Retiro Parroquial de Cuaresma con el ora-dor catoacutelico aclamado internacionalmente Gus Lloyd el 22 de febrero a las 830 am en la Iglesia Principal iexclSe proporcionaraacuten refrescos y el evento es GRATIS Esta platica cerra solamente en ingles

CONFIRMACIOacuteN La Misa de Confirmacioacuten cera el 22 de Febrero 2020 a las 130 pm La prac-tiqa es para padrino y confirmandi a las 1030 am - 130 pm en el salon Parroquial

Join us for Our

4th Annual

Saturday February 15

630pm - 1100pm

Live music by the Mo-Dels St John Hall bull $25 tickets are limited

and available in parish office Hot dinner 630 pm - 730 pm

More info at 830-980-2268

HONRANDO LAS FUERZAS ARMADAS St Joseph estaraacute honrando a nuestros hombres y mujeres en las fuerzas armadas con una foto en el vestiacutebulo Si desea incluir la foto de su ser querido mande su foto y informacioacuten a rosemstjhcchurch

Into the Heart A Journey through the Theology of the Body

An online study with Ascension Press through

St Joseph-Honey Creek Family Life Information - LalettaEstjhcchurch

PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

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222020 - 292020 WEEKLY SCHEDULE

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF FEB 2

Sunday Mal 31-4Ps 247 8 9 10 [10b]Heb 214-18Lk 222-40 or 222-32 Monday 2 Sm 1513-14 30 165-13Ps 32-3 4-5 6-7 [8a]Mk 51-20 Tuesday 2 Sm 189-10 14b 24-25a 30mdash193Ps 861-2 3-4 5-6 [1a]Mk 521-43 Wednesday 2 Sm 242 9-17Ps 321-2 5 6 7 [cf 5c]Mk 61-6 Thursday 1 Kgs 21-4 10-121 Chr 2910 11ab 11d-12a 12bcd [12b]Mk 67-13 this is correct Friday Sir 472-11Ps 1831 47 and 50 51 [cf 47b]Mk 614-29 Saturday 1 Kgs 34-13Ps 1199 10 11 12 13 14 [12b]Mk 630-34 Next Sunday Is 587-10Ps 1124-5 6-7 8-9 [4a]1 Cor 21-5Mt 513-16

CATHOLIC CONVERSATIONS w Fr Francis and Deacon Mike

February 2 2020 Sacraments

Sunday February 2 2020

Regular Mass Schedule

800 AM RCIA for Children - Parish Hall

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

800 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

915 AM amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM Sacramental Parent Formation - Room 206

915 AM Fulton Sheen Catechism Series - Room 202

915 AM amp 1115 AM Traditional Middle School FF - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Room 207

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1030 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

1045 AM Adult FF-Spanish - Room 202

1045 AM K-5 Faith Formation Spanish - Various

1100 AM Catholic Conversations - Main Church

200 PM Fr Servando trip to Jerusalem mtg - Room 201

Monday February 3 2020

800 AM - 1000 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

630 PM ACTS Core Meeting - Room 201

700 PM MOM Ministry-Book Share - Room 203

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

730 PM Formed Conversation - Room 207

Tuesday February 4 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

800 AM - 1000 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

830 AM AA Meeting - Room 206

1000 AM Bible Study - Parish Hall

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

400 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-1 amp 2

600 PM CGS Catechist Meeting - Room 201

700 PM Knights of Columbus Assembly - St John Hall

700 PM Eng WACTS Reunion - Parish Hall

815 PM Young College Faith Share - Youth Center

Wednesday February 5 2020

800 AM - 700 PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

900 AM Word of Life - Room 207

900 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd Level 1

1000 AM Honey Bee Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Arts amp Craft Guild - Room 106

330 PM Bible Study-Fulfilled Part I - Room 207

400 PM Mom amp Tot Playdates - Room 102

400 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1 amp 2

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

600 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Bilingual

615 PM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

615 PM Sacramental Parent Formation - Room 206

615 PM EDGE - Parish Hall

630 PM Catholic Daughters Mtg - St John Hall

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

Thursday February 6 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM Honey Bee Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Altar Society Meeting - Room 205

1000 AM Fulfilled Part One - Room 207

400 PM Eng MACTS Retreat Sendoff- Parish Hall

400 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

600 PM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Room 205

630 PM Eucharistic Minister Training - Church

700 PM Choir Rehearsal - Main Church

Friday February 7 2020

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

900 AM Rosary Guild - Room 202

600 PM Holy League - Room 207

700 PM Amigos de Jesus - Room 201

700 PM Piedras Vivas Adoration - Main Church

Saturday February 8 2020

500 PM Regular Mass Schedule

Sunday February 9 2020

Regular Mass Schedule

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

800 AM RCIA Adapted for Children - Room 206

800 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

915 AM amp 1115 AM Traditional Middle School FF - Room 201

915 AM amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM Fulton Sheen Catechism Series - Room 202

1000 AM Mens ACTS Return Mass

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Various

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1030 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd-Level 1

1045 AM Adult FF-Spanish - Room 202

1045 AM K-5 Faith Formation Spanish - Various

200 PM HS Confirmation Interviews - Youth Center

615 PM High School Faith Formation - Parish Hall

700 PM Parish AdorationXLT - Main Church

March 15 2020 Holy Week The Triduum

April 19 2020 Divine Mercy Sunday

JOIN THE USHER MINISTRY Are you being called to serve Please consider volunteering for the Ministers of Hospitali-tyUSHERS Please talk to one of the USHERS at Mass or contact Rose in the Parish office 830-980-2268

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT Last chance for the 2020 Menrsquos ACTS retreat If yoursquod like to enjoy a peaceful weekend while building a deeper relationship with God then this retreat is for you The retreat begins on a Thursday evening February 6 at 600 pm and concludes Sunday afternoon after Mass at St Joseph ndash Honey Creek Registration forms can be found in the gather-ing space or on the parish website

MOM MINISTRY Bookshare Maryrsquos Way by Judy Landrieu Klein ndash Maryrsquos Way The Power of Entrusting Your Child to God will help you become a more powerful intercessor for yourself and your children and release them to the care of the Blessed Mother as they struggle through the various stages of life Meeting Monday Nights in room 203 of the Education Building at 730pm Feb 3 10 24 March 2 23 30 APRIL 6 13

HILL OF THE CROSS ANNUAL CLEANUP Saturday February 15 2020 The Hill of the Cross is truly one of our Churchs treasures It is used all year by our parish-ioners and by many groups that come to our church for mini-retreats We need your helpall members of the parish and the community are welcome to assist with the cleanup and it is truly a great time to share in fellowship and service to the communi-ty The youth of the parish play a vital and significant role in our community and their fellowship and contribution to the cleanup effort is very much welcomed and appreci-ated Refreshments to include homemade breakfast tacos and donuts will be provid-ed by the Catholic Daughters for those that work up an appetite The cleanup will start at 730 amit should only take 2 to 3 hours Tools that are needed are wheel-barrows ldquowe always need more wheelbar-rowsrdquo rakes shovels pitchforks loppers for small brush cutting and a weed eater We will be spreading mulch on the path and trimming shrubs and trees as need-ed For more information call Tommy Ru-bio at 650-922-2326 or email tommyru-bio77hotmailcom Thank you and God Bless

MARDI GRAS DANCE The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court 2260 would like to invite you to a Mardi Gras Dance on February 15 2020 at 630 pm - 1100 pm in St John Hall Tickets

available in parish office Ticket sales are limited to 130 tickets and entry price for the dance is $2500 per person A hot dinner will be served at 630 pm to 730 pm If you have any questions please contact Rose in parish office 830-980-2268

FORMED CONVERSATIONS - Choosing Selections from Formedorg Our conversations will be comprised of viewing Brant Petrirsquos video on the weekly readings followed by dynamic interactive conversation in prepara-tion of Sundays Mass Sessions begin Monday evenings January 20 - May 25 2020 at 730 pm - 900 pm in Room 207 with Steve and Tere-

SAVE THE DATE Join us for our Parish Lenten Retreat with Gus Lloyd on February 22 at 830am -1130am in the Main Church The main theme will focus on the sanctity of life Refreshments will be provided and the event is FREE Gus Lloyd is an interna-tionally acclaimed Catholic speaker You can check out his show and ldquotune inrdquo every weekday morning on Sirius XM 129 or visit his website at guslloydcom

ARTS AND CRAFTS MINISTRY The Arts and Crafts Ministry is looking for artists and crafters to join them If you sew crochet knit paint make jewelry cards wood work or any other talents please join us on Wednesdays in Room 106 from 1000 am to 300 pm We also appreciate donated materials Contact Estella Marquez at 956-246-1377 or Joana Alexander at 830-428-6606 for any questions you may have

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS Ladies of St Joseph Please join us for our next Catholic Daughters meet-ing on Wednesday February 5 in St John Hall at 630 pm Come visit with us and meet some amazing women in our parish Questions Con-tact Carmen Hanshaw at 713-882-3672

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS We have AA meetings every Tuesday at 830 am in Room 206 in the Education Build-ing These are open discussion meetings on AA approved literature and are open to the general public More information Mary Mac at mmgittingergvtccom or 210-286-4465

PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY If you would like to see what it takes to put a prayer quilt together you are most welcome to stop by any Wed or Thurs from 10am ndash 2pm Rm 202 There is something for everyone to do without having any experience Weave in faith God will provide the thread

Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother ldquoBehold this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israelrdquo - Luke 234a

FAITH FORMATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadisecom

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Sue Torres Ext 259

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Ministry Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation Marty Alonzo Ext 211

MartyAstjhcchurch

Family Life Coordinator

Laleacutetta Esquell Ext 266

LalettaEstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant

Frances Coale

FrancesCstjhcchurch

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow)January 9 - April 23 2020 Thursdays 10AM to 12PM Cindy Payne $30 each part

Catholic Prayer for Catholic Families Loyola Press

Praying in Your Own Words Praying in your own words may seem somewhat intimidating at first If you remem-ber to keep it simplerdquo however and talk to God as though you were talking to a friend you can pray in your own words at any time and place Dont get hung up on trying to use long fancy words Talk to God about your hopes fears joys dreams desires challenges and worries Consider the following a good beginning resources Thank God for all the blessings you have and for all the good that youve experienced recently Tell god what your needs are Tell God that you are sorry for the times that you havent acted the way he would want you to Pray for the needs of others Pray with praise and adoration recognizing the depth of Gods goodness

Praying in your own words can be done silently or aloud Share your prayers with your children and encourage them to stop while you are outside enjoying nature together to thank God for all of his beauty When beginning a school project togeth-er include God by asking his help to do a good job

Fulfilled Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism Have you ever been unable to explain the ldquowhyrdquo of Catholic beliefs This class is an apologetic approach to sharing the Catholic Faith using the Old Testament Taber-nacle as a blueprint for Godrsquos plan Fulfilled will reignite your love of Scripture and help you share and defend the Catholic Faith with the Word of God

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow) January 8 - April 15 2020 Wednesdays 330PM to 500PM Cathy Sondergaard $30 each part

CATHOLIC PRAYER FOR CATHOLIC FAMILIES

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

CharlesNstjhcchurch

ALEXANDER HOUSE MARRIAGE MINISTRY You are invited to attend the Alexander House Marriage Ministry Benefit Dinner on Thursday February 6 2020 at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Please join us for a great evening as we come together united in our desire to support all couples who are struggling Tickets are free regis-ter at wwwtaha2020event britecom

REGINA CAELI ACADEMY Regina Caeli Academy a homeschool resource center invite you to their annual fundraiser the Regina Caeli Priest Talent Show Priests from across the Archdiocese are sharing their unique talents on the evening of February 15 at St Pius X You never know what hidden tal-ents will be revealed Go to httpwwwRCAHybridorg for tickets and more info

Today we need to discuss the seven deadly sins before we get to the specific virtues in this new year It is always best to diagnose a problem before we come up with a prognosis So letrsquos start there Sin creates the proclivity to do harm (sin) it engenders vice by repetition of the same acts This results in perverse inclinations which cloud conscience and corrupt the concrete judgment of good and evil Thus sin tends to reproduce itself and reinforce itself but it cannot destroy the moral sense at its root (CCC 1865) So if we wish to sin no more one needs to first identify their weaknesses and counter it with virtue that is the ldquohabitual and firm disposi-tion to do goodrdquo (CCC 1833) Seven deadly sins also known as the Capital Vices or Capital Sins is this monthrsquos topic In order to understand identify and conquer our sins it is helpful to know the major sins in our lives These are the sins identified by the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1866 as Lust Gluttony Greed Sloth Wrath Envy and good old faithful ever present Pride In summary below for our examination are some of the defi-nitions of the seven sins so the reader might take inventory of their lives before we jump into specific virtues to counter these sins in the new year

Lust (Latin luxuria) is a psychological force producing intense wanting or longing for an object or circumstance fulfilling the emo-tion Lust can take any form such as the lust for generally sexuality (love of the flesh real or imaginary like pornography) but also for love of money or power

Gluttony (Latin gula) derived from the gluttire meaning to gulp down or swallowrdquo Means over-indulgence and over-consumption of food drink or wealth items particularly as status symbols

Greed or Avarice (Latin avaritia) is an inordinate or insatiable longing for material gain be it food money status or power

Sloth (Latin acedia) is considered the most difficult sin to define and credit as sin since it refers to a jumble of notions dating from antiq-uity and including mental spiritual pathological and physical states One definition is a habitual disinclination to exertion or simple lazi-ness Christians know that one day we must all answer for the times we did nothing and were not productive like the talents buried in-stead of multiplying it 10 50 or 100

Wrath (Latin ira) The emotion anger also known as wrath or rage is an intense emotional state It involves a strong uncomfortable and hostile response to a perceived provocation hurt or threat This is kin to though shall not kill

Envy (Latin invidia) is an emotion which occurs when a person lacks anothers superior quality achievement or possession and either desires it or wishes that the other lacked it Aristotle defined envy as pain at the sight of anotherrsquos good fortune stirred by ldquothose who have what we ought to haverdquo

Pride (Latin superbia) is an emotional state deriving positive affect from the perceived value of a person or thing with which the subject has an intimate connection It may be inwardly or outwardly directed The most powerful and indiscriminate sin everyone person must battle

The real good news is that it does not matter what sins you have committed in life no matter what you have done no matter where you have been we can all be reconciled in a good confession That confession needs to be contrite concise concrete clear and complete But then the ldquorubrdquo because we are forgiven of our sins we are to go forth and sin no more we commit to changing our lives Ever find yourself going to confession and reciting the same sins over and over again Because of concupiscence (original sin the inclination of doing wrong) how do we do that if we have picked up bad habits that created the proclivity to sin The only answer is to combat these sins and make an exerted intentional act to fill the void with good virtues remember the ldquohabitual and firm disposition to do goodrdquo going forward We will over the course of the year highlight monthly one very concrete virtue so we can gain an ever- lasting appreciation for that virtue Finally a virtue acquired habitually will tend to lift all the other virtues you desire to acquire Meaning once virtues are habitual the other virtues acquisition becomes easier over time

Want to learn more Courageous Virtue by Stacy Mitch The virtue Driven Life by Fr Benedict Groeschel The Four Cardinal Virtues by Josef Pieper The Virtues of Holiness by Juan Luis Lorda

CATHOLIC CORNER

COMMUNITY

AVAILABLE AD SPACE John Kirchner from LPi our bulletin printer will be in our office the week of February 10 securing new ads for our bulle-tin Please consider purchasing an ad sponsoring a charity or in Memory of a Loved One Your participation makes our bulletin successful and you attract customers

Build your business and help us grow a vibrant faith community

FAUSTINA MESSENGER OF DIVINE MERCY Performed live by Jennifer Pagano on February 14 at 7pm at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Tickets and information 210-497-4200 misericordiaedivinusgmailcom Admission $10 adults $7 youth ages under 12

Dollar Club ndash February 8 amp 9

St Joseph-Honey Creek has donated over $37000 to

seminarians since 2016

During the Second Collection on February 89 all parishioners family members and friends are encouraged to join the Dollar Club by donating $1 a month or an annual donation of $12

All proceeds go directly to the Seminarian Formation Endowment Fund that supports the living and educa-tional expenses of our 19 Archdiocese seminarians

Make checks payable to St Joseph with a Memo Dollar Club Or go on-line to St Joseph website Give Second Collection Dollar Club

The Knights of Columbus Dollar Club thank you for your continued support and generosity Please contact Steve Hanshaw with comments or questions at 281-900-6198

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join your parish family for a night of praise and worship at

the next XLT Adoration with the Blessed Sacrament

Sunday February 9 700 pm in Main Church

All are welcome

ANNUNCIOS

PIEDRAS VIVAS El grupo de oracioacuten ldquoPiedras Vivasrdquo se reuacutene cada viernes de 7-9 pm en el saloacuten parroquial Su misioacuten es ser guiados por el Espiacuteritu Santo en muchas formas de oracioacuten rosario Alabanzas adoracioacuten meditacioacuten del palabra y oracioacuten comunitaria El primer viernes del mes nos reunimos en la iglesia principal de 7-9pm para reparacioacuten al sagra-do corazoacuten de Jesuacutes Para maacutes informacioacuten victoriastewardhotmailcom

CERRO DE LA CRUZ La limpieza anual del Cerro de La Cruz (Hill of the Cross) es el saacutebado 15 de febrero a las 730 am Se invita a to-dos los miembros de la parroquia y a la comunidad a com-partir el compantildeerismo y el servicio a nuestra parroquia Para mas informacion llame a Tommy Rubio at 650-922-2326 o email tommyrubio77hotmailcom Habra tacos y donas para el desayuno Gracias

RETIRO PARROQUIAL DE CUARESMA Reserve la fecha Acompaacutentildeenos en nuestro Retiro Parroquial de Cuaresma con el ora-dor catoacutelico aclamado internacionalmente Gus Lloyd el 22 de febrero a las 830 am en la Iglesia Principal iexclSe proporcionaraacuten refrescos y el evento es GRATIS Esta platica cerra solamente en ingles

CONFIRMACIOacuteN La Misa de Confirmacioacuten cera el 22 de Febrero 2020 a las 130 pm La prac-tiqa es para padrino y confirmandi a las 1030 am - 130 pm en el salon Parroquial

Join us for Our

4th Annual

Saturday February 15

630pm - 1100pm

Live music by the Mo-Dels St John Hall bull $25 tickets are limited

and available in parish office Hot dinner 630 pm - 730 pm

More info at 830-980-2268

HONRANDO LAS FUERZAS ARMADAS St Joseph estaraacute honrando a nuestros hombres y mujeres en las fuerzas armadas con una foto en el vestiacutebulo Si desea incluir la foto de su ser querido mande su foto y informacioacuten a rosemstjhcchurch

Into the Heart A Journey through the Theology of the Body

An online study with Ascension Press through

St Joseph-Honey Creek Family Life Information - LalettaEstjhcchurch

PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

Page 4: February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord CATHOLIC CHURCH ... · CATHOLIC CHURCH - HONEY CREEK “Where Stewardship is Our Way of Life” February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord

JOIN THE USHER MINISTRY Are you being called to serve Please consider volunteering for the Ministers of Hospitali-tyUSHERS Please talk to one of the USHERS at Mass or contact Rose in the Parish office 830-980-2268

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT Last chance for the 2020 Menrsquos ACTS retreat If yoursquod like to enjoy a peaceful weekend while building a deeper relationship with God then this retreat is for you The retreat begins on a Thursday evening February 6 at 600 pm and concludes Sunday afternoon after Mass at St Joseph ndash Honey Creek Registration forms can be found in the gather-ing space or on the parish website

MOM MINISTRY Bookshare Maryrsquos Way by Judy Landrieu Klein ndash Maryrsquos Way The Power of Entrusting Your Child to God will help you become a more powerful intercessor for yourself and your children and release them to the care of the Blessed Mother as they struggle through the various stages of life Meeting Monday Nights in room 203 of the Education Building at 730pm Feb 3 10 24 March 2 23 30 APRIL 6 13

HILL OF THE CROSS ANNUAL CLEANUP Saturday February 15 2020 The Hill of the Cross is truly one of our Churchs treasures It is used all year by our parish-ioners and by many groups that come to our church for mini-retreats We need your helpall members of the parish and the community are welcome to assist with the cleanup and it is truly a great time to share in fellowship and service to the communi-ty The youth of the parish play a vital and significant role in our community and their fellowship and contribution to the cleanup effort is very much welcomed and appreci-ated Refreshments to include homemade breakfast tacos and donuts will be provid-ed by the Catholic Daughters for those that work up an appetite The cleanup will start at 730 amit should only take 2 to 3 hours Tools that are needed are wheel-barrows ldquowe always need more wheelbar-rowsrdquo rakes shovels pitchforks loppers for small brush cutting and a weed eater We will be spreading mulch on the path and trimming shrubs and trees as need-ed For more information call Tommy Ru-bio at 650-922-2326 or email tommyru-bio77hotmailcom Thank you and God Bless

MARDI GRAS DANCE The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court 2260 would like to invite you to a Mardi Gras Dance on February 15 2020 at 630 pm - 1100 pm in St John Hall Tickets

available in parish office Ticket sales are limited to 130 tickets and entry price for the dance is $2500 per person A hot dinner will be served at 630 pm to 730 pm If you have any questions please contact Rose in parish office 830-980-2268

FORMED CONVERSATIONS - Choosing Selections from Formedorg Our conversations will be comprised of viewing Brant Petrirsquos video on the weekly readings followed by dynamic interactive conversation in prepara-tion of Sundays Mass Sessions begin Monday evenings January 20 - May 25 2020 at 730 pm - 900 pm in Room 207 with Steve and Tere-

SAVE THE DATE Join us for our Parish Lenten Retreat with Gus Lloyd on February 22 at 830am -1130am in the Main Church The main theme will focus on the sanctity of life Refreshments will be provided and the event is FREE Gus Lloyd is an interna-tionally acclaimed Catholic speaker You can check out his show and ldquotune inrdquo every weekday morning on Sirius XM 129 or visit his website at guslloydcom

ARTS AND CRAFTS MINISTRY The Arts and Crafts Ministry is looking for artists and crafters to join them If you sew crochet knit paint make jewelry cards wood work or any other talents please join us on Wednesdays in Room 106 from 1000 am to 300 pm We also appreciate donated materials Contact Estella Marquez at 956-246-1377 or Joana Alexander at 830-428-6606 for any questions you may have

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS Ladies of St Joseph Please join us for our next Catholic Daughters meet-ing on Wednesday February 5 in St John Hall at 630 pm Come visit with us and meet some amazing women in our parish Questions Con-tact Carmen Hanshaw at 713-882-3672

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS We have AA meetings every Tuesday at 830 am in Room 206 in the Education Build-ing These are open discussion meetings on AA approved literature and are open to the general public More information Mary Mac at mmgittingergvtccom or 210-286-4465

PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY If you would like to see what it takes to put a prayer quilt together you are most welcome to stop by any Wed or Thurs from 10am ndash 2pm Rm 202 There is something for everyone to do without having any experience Weave in faith God will provide the thread

Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother ldquoBehold this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israelrdquo - Luke 234a

FAITH FORMATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadisecom

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Sue Torres Ext 259

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Ministry Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation Marty Alonzo Ext 211

MartyAstjhcchurch

Family Life Coordinator

Laleacutetta Esquell Ext 266

LalettaEstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant

Frances Coale

FrancesCstjhcchurch

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow)January 9 - April 23 2020 Thursdays 10AM to 12PM Cindy Payne $30 each part

Catholic Prayer for Catholic Families Loyola Press

Praying in Your Own Words Praying in your own words may seem somewhat intimidating at first If you remem-ber to keep it simplerdquo however and talk to God as though you were talking to a friend you can pray in your own words at any time and place Dont get hung up on trying to use long fancy words Talk to God about your hopes fears joys dreams desires challenges and worries Consider the following a good beginning resources Thank God for all the blessings you have and for all the good that youve experienced recently Tell god what your needs are Tell God that you are sorry for the times that you havent acted the way he would want you to Pray for the needs of others Pray with praise and adoration recognizing the depth of Gods goodness

Praying in your own words can be done silently or aloud Share your prayers with your children and encourage them to stop while you are outside enjoying nature together to thank God for all of his beauty When beginning a school project togeth-er include God by asking his help to do a good job

Fulfilled Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism Have you ever been unable to explain the ldquowhyrdquo of Catholic beliefs This class is an apologetic approach to sharing the Catholic Faith using the Old Testament Taber-nacle as a blueprint for Godrsquos plan Fulfilled will reignite your love of Scripture and help you share and defend the Catholic Faith with the Word of God

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow) January 8 - April 15 2020 Wednesdays 330PM to 500PM Cathy Sondergaard $30 each part

CATHOLIC PRAYER FOR CATHOLIC FAMILIES

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

CharlesNstjhcchurch

ALEXANDER HOUSE MARRIAGE MINISTRY You are invited to attend the Alexander House Marriage Ministry Benefit Dinner on Thursday February 6 2020 at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Please join us for a great evening as we come together united in our desire to support all couples who are struggling Tickets are free regis-ter at wwwtaha2020event britecom

REGINA CAELI ACADEMY Regina Caeli Academy a homeschool resource center invite you to their annual fundraiser the Regina Caeli Priest Talent Show Priests from across the Archdiocese are sharing their unique talents on the evening of February 15 at St Pius X You never know what hidden tal-ents will be revealed Go to httpwwwRCAHybridorg for tickets and more info

Today we need to discuss the seven deadly sins before we get to the specific virtues in this new year It is always best to diagnose a problem before we come up with a prognosis So letrsquos start there Sin creates the proclivity to do harm (sin) it engenders vice by repetition of the same acts This results in perverse inclinations which cloud conscience and corrupt the concrete judgment of good and evil Thus sin tends to reproduce itself and reinforce itself but it cannot destroy the moral sense at its root (CCC 1865) So if we wish to sin no more one needs to first identify their weaknesses and counter it with virtue that is the ldquohabitual and firm disposi-tion to do goodrdquo (CCC 1833) Seven deadly sins also known as the Capital Vices or Capital Sins is this monthrsquos topic In order to understand identify and conquer our sins it is helpful to know the major sins in our lives These are the sins identified by the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1866 as Lust Gluttony Greed Sloth Wrath Envy and good old faithful ever present Pride In summary below for our examination are some of the defi-nitions of the seven sins so the reader might take inventory of their lives before we jump into specific virtues to counter these sins in the new year

Lust (Latin luxuria) is a psychological force producing intense wanting or longing for an object or circumstance fulfilling the emo-tion Lust can take any form such as the lust for generally sexuality (love of the flesh real or imaginary like pornography) but also for love of money or power

Gluttony (Latin gula) derived from the gluttire meaning to gulp down or swallowrdquo Means over-indulgence and over-consumption of food drink or wealth items particularly as status symbols

Greed or Avarice (Latin avaritia) is an inordinate or insatiable longing for material gain be it food money status or power

Sloth (Latin acedia) is considered the most difficult sin to define and credit as sin since it refers to a jumble of notions dating from antiq-uity and including mental spiritual pathological and physical states One definition is a habitual disinclination to exertion or simple lazi-ness Christians know that one day we must all answer for the times we did nothing and were not productive like the talents buried in-stead of multiplying it 10 50 or 100

Wrath (Latin ira) The emotion anger also known as wrath or rage is an intense emotional state It involves a strong uncomfortable and hostile response to a perceived provocation hurt or threat This is kin to though shall not kill

Envy (Latin invidia) is an emotion which occurs when a person lacks anothers superior quality achievement or possession and either desires it or wishes that the other lacked it Aristotle defined envy as pain at the sight of anotherrsquos good fortune stirred by ldquothose who have what we ought to haverdquo

Pride (Latin superbia) is an emotional state deriving positive affect from the perceived value of a person or thing with which the subject has an intimate connection It may be inwardly or outwardly directed The most powerful and indiscriminate sin everyone person must battle

The real good news is that it does not matter what sins you have committed in life no matter what you have done no matter where you have been we can all be reconciled in a good confession That confession needs to be contrite concise concrete clear and complete But then the ldquorubrdquo because we are forgiven of our sins we are to go forth and sin no more we commit to changing our lives Ever find yourself going to confession and reciting the same sins over and over again Because of concupiscence (original sin the inclination of doing wrong) how do we do that if we have picked up bad habits that created the proclivity to sin The only answer is to combat these sins and make an exerted intentional act to fill the void with good virtues remember the ldquohabitual and firm disposition to do goodrdquo going forward We will over the course of the year highlight monthly one very concrete virtue so we can gain an ever- lasting appreciation for that virtue Finally a virtue acquired habitually will tend to lift all the other virtues you desire to acquire Meaning once virtues are habitual the other virtues acquisition becomes easier over time

Want to learn more Courageous Virtue by Stacy Mitch The virtue Driven Life by Fr Benedict Groeschel The Four Cardinal Virtues by Josef Pieper The Virtues of Holiness by Juan Luis Lorda

CATHOLIC CORNER

COMMUNITY

AVAILABLE AD SPACE John Kirchner from LPi our bulletin printer will be in our office the week of February 10 securing new ads for our bulle-tin Please consider purchasing an ad sponsoring a charity or in Memory of a Loved One Your participation makes our bulletin successful and you attract customers

Build your business and help us grow a vibrant faith community

FAUSTINA MESSENGER OF DIVINE MERCY Performed live by Jennifer Pagano on February 14 at 7pm at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Tickets and information 210-497-4200 misericordiaedivinusgmailcom Admission $10 adults $7 youth ages under 12

Dollar Club ndash February 8 amp 9

St Joseph-Honey Creek has donated over $37000 to

seminarians since 2016

During the Second Collection on February 89 all parishioners family members and friends are encouraged to join the Dollar Club by donating $1 a month or an annual donation of $12

All proceeds go directly to the Seminarian Formation Endowment Fund that supports the living and educa-tional expenses of our 19 Archdiocese seminarians

Make checks payable to St Joseph with a Memo Dollar Club Or go on-line to St Joseph website Give Second Collection Dollar Club

The Knights of Columbus Dollar Club thank you for your continued support and generosity Please contact Steve Hanshaw with comments or questions at 281-900-6198

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join your parish family for a night of praise and worship at

the next XLT Adoration with the Blessed Sacrament

Sunday February 9 700 pm in Main Church

All are welcome

ANNUNCIOS

PIEDRAS VIVAS El grupo de oracioacuten ldquoPiedras Vivasrdquo se reuacutene cada viernes de 7-9 pm en el saloacuten parroquial Su misioacuten es ser guiados por el Espiacuteritu Santo en muchas formas de oracioacuten rosario Alabanzas adoracioacuten meditacioacuten del palabra y oracioacuten comunitaria El primer viernes del mes nos reunimos en la iglesia principal de 7-9pm para reparacioacuten al sagra-do corazoacuten de Jesuacutes Para maacutes informacioacuten victoriastewardhotmailcom

CERRO DE LA CRUZ La limpieza anual del Cerro de La Cruz (Hill of the Cross) es el saacutebado 15 de febrero a las 730 am Se invita a to-dos los miembros de la parroquia y a la comunidad a com-partir el compantildeerismo y el servicio a nuestra parroquia Para mas informacion llame a Tommy Rubio at 650-922-2326 o email tommyrubio77hotmailcom Habra tacos y donas para el desayuno Gracias

RETIRO PARROQUIAL DE CUARESMA Reserve la fecha Acompaacutentildeenos en nuestro Retiro Parroquial de Cuaresma con el ora-dor catoacutelico aclamado internacionalmente Gus Lloyd el 22 de febrero a las 830 am en la Iglesia Principal iexclSe proporcionaraacuten refrescos y el evento es GRATIS Esta platica cerra solamente en ingles

CONFIRMACIOacuteN La Misa de Confirmacioacuten cera el 22 de Febrero 2020 a las 130 pm La prac-tiqa es para padrino y confirmandi a las 1030 am - 130 pm en el salon Parroquial

Join us for Our

4th Annual

Saturday February 15

630pm - 1100pm

Live music by the Mo-Dels St John Hall bull $25 tickets are limited

and available in parish office Hot dinner 630 pm - 730 pm

More info at 830-980-2268

HONRANDO LAS FUERZAS ARMADAS St Joseph estaraacute honrando a nuestros hombres y mujeres en las fuerzas armadas con una foto en el vestiacutebulo Si desea incluir la foto de su ser querido mande su foto y informacioacuten a rosemstjhcchurch

Into the Heart A Journey through the Theology of the Body

An online study with Ascension Press through

St Joseph-Honey Creek Family Life Information - LalettaEstjhcchurch

PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

Page 5: February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord CATHOLIC CHURCH ... · CATHOLIC CHURCH - HONEY CREEK “Where Stewardship is Our Way of Life” February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord

FAITH FORMATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadisecom

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Sue Torres Ext 259

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Ministry Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation Marty Alonzo Ext 211

MartyAstjhcchurch

Family Life Coordinator

Laleacutetta Esquell Ext 266

LalettaEstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant

Frances Coale

FrancesCstjhcchurch

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow)January 9 - April 23 2020 Thursdays 10AM to 12PM Cindy Payne $30 each part

Catholic Prayer for Catholic Families Loyola Press

Praying in Your Own Words Praying in your own words may seem somewhat intimidating at first If you remem-ber to keep it simplerdquo however and talk to God as though you were talking to a friend you can pray in your own words at any time and place Dont get hung up on trying to use long fancy words Talk to God about your hopes fears joys dreams desires challenges and worries Consider the following a good beginning resources Thank God for all the blessings you have and for all the good that youve experienced recently Tell god what your needs are Tell God that you are sorry for the times that you havent acted the way he would want you to Pray for the needs of others Pray with praise and adoration recognizing the depth of Gods goodness

Praying in your own words can be done silently or aloud Share your prayers with your children and encourage them to stop while you are outside enjoying nature together to thank God for all of his beauty When beginning a school project togeth-er include God by asking his help to do a good job

Fulfilled Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism Have you ever been unable to explain the ldquowhyrdquo of Catholic beliefs This class is an apologetic approach to sharing the Catholic Faith using the Old Testament Taber-nacle as a blueprint for Godrsquos plan Fulfilled will reignite your love of Scripture and help you share and defend the Catholic Faith with the Word of God

Fulfilled Part l (Part ll will follow) January 8 - April 15 2020 Wednesdays 330PM to 500PM Cathy Sondergaard $30 each part

CATHOLIC PRAYER FOR CATHOLIC FAMILIES

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

CharlesNstjhcchurch

ALEXANDER HOUSE MARRIAGE MINISTRY You are invited to attend the Alexander House Marriage Ministry Benefit Dinner on Thursday February 6 2020 at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Please join us for a great evening as we come together united in our desire to support all couples who are struggling Tickets are free regis-ter at wwwtaha2020event britecom

REGINA CAELI ACADEMY Regina Caeli Academy a homeschool resource center invite you to their annual fundraiser the Regina Caeli Priest Talent Show Priests from across the Archdiocese are sharing their unique talents on the evening of February 15 at St Pius X You never know what hidden tal-ents will be revealed Go to httpwwwRCAHybridorg for tickets and more info

Today we need to discuss the seven deadly sins before we get to the specific virtues in this new year It is always best to diagnose a problem before we come up with a prognosis So letrsquos start there Sin creates the proclivity to do harm (sin) it engenders vice by repetition of the same acts This results in perverse inclinations which cloud conscience and corrupt the concrete judgment of good and evil Thus sin tends to reproduce itself and reinforce itself but it cannot destroy the moral sense at its root (CCC 1865) So if we wish to sin no more one needs to first identify their weaknesses and counter it with virtue that is the ldquohabitual and firm disposi-tion to do goodrdquo (CCC 1833) Seven deadly sins also known as the Capital Vices or Capital Sins is this monthrsquos topic In order to understand identify and conquer our sins it is helpful to know the major sins in our lives These are the sins identified by the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1866 as Lust Gluttony Greed Sloth Wrath Envy and good old faithful ever present Pride In summary below for our examination are some of the defi-nitions of the seven sins so the reader might take inventory of their lives before we jump into specific virtues to counter these sins in the new year

Lust (Latin luxuria) is a psychological force producing intense wanting or longing for an object or circumstance fulfilling the emo-tion Lust can take any form such as the lust for generally sexuality (love of the flesh real or imaginary like pornography) but also for love of money or power

Gluttony (Latin gula) derived from the gluttire meaning to gulp down or swallowrdquo Means over-indulgence and over-consumption of food drink or wealth items particularly as status symbols

Greed or Avarice (Latin avaritia) is an inordinate or insatiable longing for material gain be it food money status or power

Sloth (Latin acedia) is considered the most difficult sin to define and credit as sin since it refers to a jumble of notions dating from antiq-uity and including mental spiritual pathological and physical states One definition is a habitual disinclination to exertion or simple lazi-ness Christians know that one day we must all answer for the times we did nothing and were not productive like the talents buried in-stead of multiplying it 10 50 or 100

Wrath (Latin ira) The emotion anger also known as wrath or rage is an intense emotional state It involves a strong uncomfortable and hostile response to a perceived provocation hurt or threat This is kin to though shall not kill

Envy (Latin invidia) is an emotion which occurs when a person lacks anothers superior quality achievement or possession and either desires it or wishes that the other lacked it Aristotle defined envy as pain at the sight of anotherrsquos good fortune stirred by ldquothose who have what we ought to haverdquo

Pride (Latin superbia) is an emotional state deriving positive affect from the perceived value of a person or thing with which the subject has an intimate connection It may be inwardly or outwardly directed The most powerful and indiscriminate sin everyone person must battle

The real good news is that it does not matter what sins you have committed in life no matter what you have done no matter where you have been we can all be reconciled in a good confession That confession needs to be contrite concise concrete clear and complete But then the ldquorubrdquo because we are forgiven of our sins we are to go forth and sin no more we commit to changing our lives Ever find yourself going to confession and reciting the same sins over and over again Because of concupiscence (original sin the inclination of doing wrong) how do we do that if we have picked up bad habits that created the proclivity to sin The only answer is to combat these sins and make an exerted intentional act to fill the void with good virtues remember the ldquohabitual and firm disposition to do goodrdquo going forward We will over the course of the year highlight monthly one very concrete virtue so we can gain an ever- lasting appreciation for that virtue Finally a virtue acquired habitually will tend to lift all the other virtues you desire to acquire Meaning once virtues are habitual the other virtues acquisition becomes easier over time

Want to learn more Courageous Virtue by Stacy Mitch The virtue Driven Life by Fr Benedict Groeschel The Four Cardinal Virtues by Josef Pieper The Virtues of Holiness by Juan Luis Lorda

CATHOLIC CORNER

COMMUNITY

AVAILABLE AD SPACE John Kirchner from LPi our bulletin printer will be in our office the week of February 10 securing new ads for our bulle-tin Please consider purchasing an ad sponsoring a charity or in Memory of a Loved One Your participation makes our bulletin successful and you attract customers

Build your business and help us grow a vibrant faith community

FAUSTINA MESSENGER OF DIVINE MERCY Performed live by Jennifer Pagano on February 14 at 7pm at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Tickets and information 210-497-4200 misericordiaedivinusgmailcom Admission $10 adults $7 youth ages under 12

Dollar Club ndash February 8 amp 9

St Joseph-Honey Creek has donated over $37000 to

seminarians since 2016

During the Second Collection on February 89 all parishioners family members and friends are encouraged to join the Dollar Club by donating $1 a month or an annual donation of $12

All proceeds go directly to the Seminarian Formation Endowment Fund that supports the living and educa-tional expenses of our 19 Archdiocese seminarians

Make checks payable to St Joseph with a Memo Dollar Club Or go on-line to St Joseph website Give Second Collection Dollar Club

The Knights of Columbus Dollar Club thank you for your continued support and generosity Please contact Steve Hanshaw with comments or questions at 281-900-6198

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join your parish family for a night of praise and worship at

the next XLT Adoration with the Blessed Sacrament

Sunday February 9 700 pm in Main Church

All are welcome

ANNUNCIOS

PIEDRAS VIVAS El grupo de oracioacuten ldquoPiedras Vivasrdquo se reuacutene cada viernes de 7-9 pm en el saloacuten parroquial Su misioacuten es ser guiados por el Espiacuteritu Santo en muchas formas de oracioacuten rosario Alabanzas adoracioacuten meditacioacuten del palabra y oracioacuten comunitaria El primer viernes del mes nos reunimos en la iglesia principal de 7-9pm para reparacioacuten al sagra-do corazoacuten de Jesuacutes Para maacutes informacioacuten victoriastewardhotmailcom

CERRO DE LA CRUZ La limpieza anual del Cerro de La Cruz (Hill of the Cross) es el saacutebado 15 de febrero a las 730 am Se invita a to-dos los miembros de la parroquia y a la comunidad a com-partir el compantildeerismo y el servicio a nuestra parroquia Para mas informacion llame a Tommy Rubio at 650-922-2326 o email tommyrubio77hotmailcom Habra tacos y donas para el desayuno Gracias

RETIRO PARROQUIAL DE CUARESMA Reserve la fecha Acompaacutentildeenos en nuestro Retiro Parroquial de Cuaresma con el ora-dor catoacutelico aclamado internacionalmente Gus Lloyd el 22 de febrero a las 830 am en la Iglesia Principal iexclSe proporcionaraacuten refrescos y el evento es GRATIS Esta platica cerra solamente en ingles

CONFIRMACIOacuteN La Misa de Confirmacioacuten cera el 22 de Febrero 2020 a las 130 pm La prac-tiqa es para padrino y confirmandi a las 1030 am - 130 pm en el salon Parroquial

Join us for Our

4th Annual

Saturday February 15

630pm - 1100pm

Live music by the Mo-Dels St John Hall bull $25 tickets are limited

and available in parish office Hot dinner 630 pm - 730 pm

More info at 830-980-2268

HONRANDO LAS FUERZAS ARMADAS St Joseph estaraacute honrando a nuestros hombres y mujeres en las fuerzas armadas con una foto en el vestiacutebulo Si desea incluir la foto de su ser querido mande su foto y informacioacuten a rosemstjhcchurch

Into the Heart A Journey through the Theology of the Body

An online study with Ascension Press through

St Joseph-Honey Creek Family Life Information - LalettaEstjhcchurch

PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

Page 6: February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord CATHOLIC CHURCH ... · CATHOLIC CHURCH - HONEY CREEK “Where Stewardship is Our Way of Life” February 2, 2020 Presentation of the Lord

ALEXANDER HOUSE MARRIAGE MINISTRY You are invited to attend the Alexander House Marriage Ministry Benefit Dinner on Thursday February 6 2020 at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Please join us for a great evening as we come together united in our desire to support all couples who are struggling Tickets are free regis-ter at wwwtaha2020event britecom

REGINA CAELI ACADEMY Regina Caeli Academy a homeschool resource center invite you to their annual fundraiser the Regina Caeli Priest Talent Show Priests from across the Archdiocese are sharing their unique talents on the evening of February 15 at St Pius X You never know what hidden tal-ents will be revealed Go to httpwwwRCAHybridorg for tickets and more info

Today we need to discuss the seven deadly sins before we get to the specific virtues in this new year It is always best to diagnose a problem before we come up with a prognosis So letrsquos start there Sin creates the proclivity to do harm (sin) it engenders vice by repetition of the same acts This results in perverse inclinations which cloud conscience and corrupt the concrete judgment of good and evil Thus sin tends to reproduce itself and reinforce itself but it cannot destroy the moral sense at its root (CCC 1865) So if we wish to sin no more one needs to first identify their weaknesses and counter it with virtue that is the ldquohabitual and firm disposi-tion to do goodrdquo (CCC 1833) Seven deadly sins also known as the Capital Vices or Capital Sins is this monthrsquos topic In order to understand identify and conquer our sins it is helpful to know the major sins in our lives These are the sins identified by the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1866 as Lust Gluttony Greed Sloth Wrath Envy and good old faithful ever present Pride In summary below for our examination are some of the defi-nitions of the seven sins so the reader might take inventory of their lives before we jump into specific virtues to counter these sins in the new year

Lust (Latin luxuria) is a psychological force producing intense wanting or longing for an object or circumstance fulfilling the emo-tion Lust can take any form such as the lust for generally sexuality (love of the flesh real or imaginary like pornography) but also for love of money or power

Gluttony (Latin gula) derived from the gluttire meaning to gulp down or swallowrdquo Means over-indulgence and over-consumption of food drink or wealth items particularly as status symbols

Greed or Avarice (Latin avaritia) is an inordinate or insatiable longing for material gain be it food money status or power

Sloth (Latin acedia) is considered the most difficult sin to define and credit as sin since it refers to a jumble of notions dating from antiq-uity and including mental spiritual pathological and physical states One definition is a habitual disinclination to exertion or simple lazi-ness Christians know that one day we must all answer for the times we did nothing and were not productive like the talents buried in-stead of multiplying it 10 50 or 100

Wrath (Latin ira) The emotion anger also known as wrath or rage is an intense emotional state It involves a strong uncomfortable and hostile response to a perceived provocation hurt or threat This is kin to though shall not kill

Envy (Latin invidia) is an emotion which occurs when a person lacks anothers superior quality achievement or possession and either desires it or wishes that the other lacked it Aristotle defined envy as pain at the sight of anotherrsquos good fortune stirred by ldquothose who have what we ought to haverdquo

Pride (Latin superbia) is an emotional state deriving positive affect from the perceived value of a person or thing with which the subject has an intimate connection It may be inwardly or outwardly directed The most powerful and indiscriminate sin everyone person must battle

The real good news is that it does not matter what sins you have committed in life no matter what you have done no matter where you have been we can all be reconciled in a good confession That confession needs to be contrite concise concrete clear and complete But then the ldquorubrdquo because we are forgiven of our sins we are to go forth and sin no more we commit to changing our lives Ever find yourself going to confession and reciting the same sins over and over again Because of concupiscence (original sin the inclination of doing wrong) how do we do that if we have picked up bad habits that created the proclivity to sin The only answer is to combat these sins and make an exerted intentional act to fill the void with good virtues remember the ldquohabitual and firm disposition to do goodrdquo going forward We will over the course of the year highlight monthly one very concrete virtue so we can gain an ever- lasting appreciation for that virtue Finally a virtue acquired habitually will tend to lift all the other virtues you desire to acquire Meaning once virtues are habitual the other virtues acquisition becomes easier over time

Want to learn more Courageous Virtue by Stacy Mitch The virtue Driven Life by Fr Benedict Groeschel The Four Cardinal Virtues by Josef Pieper The Virtues of Holiness by Juan Luis Lorda

CATHOLIC CORNER

COMMUNITY

AVAILABLE AD SPACE John Kirchner from LPi our bulletin printer will be in our office the week of February 10 securing new ads for our bulle-tin Please consider purchasing an ad sponsoring a charity or in Memory of a Loved One Your participation makes our bulletin successful and you attract customers

Build your business and help us grow a vibrant faith community

FAUSTINA MESSENGER OF DIVINE MERCY Performed live by Jennifer Pagano on February 14 at 7pm at Holy Trinity Banquet Hall Tickets and information 210-497-4200 misericordiaedivinusgmailcom Admission $10 adults $7 youth ages under 12

Dollar Club ndash February 8 amp 9

St Joseph-Honey Creek has donated over $37000 to

seminarians since 2016

During the Second Collection on February 89 all parishioners family members and friends are encouraged to join the Dollar Club by donating $1 a month or an annual donation of $12

All proceeds go directly to the Seminarian Formation Endowment Fund that supports the living and educa-tional expenses of our 19 Archdiocese seminarians

Make checks payable to St Joseph with a Memo Dollar Club Or go on-line to St Joseph website Give Second Collection Dollar Club

The Knights of Columbus Dollar Club thank you for your continued support and generosity Please contact Steve Hanshaw with comments or questions at 281-900-6198

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join your parish family for a night of praise and worship at

the next XLT Adoration with the Blessed Sacrament

Sunday February 9 700 pm in Main Church

All are welcome

ANNUNCIOS

PIEDRAS VIVAS El grupo de oracioacuten ldquoPiedras Vivasrdquo se reuacutene cada viernes de 7-9 pm en el saloacuten parroquial Su misioacuten es ser guiados por el Espiacuteritu Santo en muchas formas de oracioacuten rosario Alabanzas adoracioacuten meditacioacuten del palabra y oracioacuten comunitaria El primer viernes del mes nos reunimos en la iglesia principal de 7-9pm para reparacioacuten al sagra-do corazoacuten de Jesuacutes Para maacutes informacioacuten victoriastewardhotmailcom

CERRO DE LA CRUZ La limpieza anual del Cerro de La Cruz (Hill of the Cross) es el saacutebado 15 de febrero a las 730 am Se invita a to-dos los miembros de la parroquia y a la comunidad a com-partir el compantildeerismo y el servicio a nuestra parroquia Para mas informacion llame a Tommy Rubio at 650-922-2326 o email tommyrubio77hotmailcom Habra tacos y donas para el desayuno Gracias

RETIRO PARROQUIAL DE CUARESMA Reserve la fecha Acompaacutentildeenos en nuestro Retiro Parroquial de Cuaresma con el ora-dor catoacutelico aclamado internacionalmente Gus Lloyd el 22 de febrero a las 830 am en la Iglesia Principal iexclSe proporcionaraacuten refrescos y el evento es GRATIS Esta platica cerra solamente en ingles

CONFIRMACIOacuteN La Misa de Confirmacioacuten cera el 22 de Febrero 2020 a las 130 pm La prac-tiqa es para padrino y confirmandi a las 1030 am - 130 pm en el salon Parroquial

Join us for Our

4th Annual

Saturday February 15

630pm - 1100pm

Live music by the Mo-Dels St John Hall bull $25 tickets are limited

and available in parish office Hot dinner 630 pm - 730 pm

More info at 830-980-2268

HONRANDO LAS FUERZAS ARMADAS St Joseph estaraacute honrando a nuestros hombres y mujeres en las fuerzas armadas con una foto en el vestiacutebulo Si desea incluir la foto de su ser querido mande su foto y informacioacuten a rosemstjhcchurch

Into the Heart A Journey through the Theology of the Body

An online study with Ascension Press through

St Joseph-Honey Creek Family Life Information - LalettaEstjhcchurch

PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

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Dollar Club ndash February 8 amp 9

St Joseph-Honey Creek has donated over $37000 to

seminarians since 2016

During the Second Collection on February 89 all parishioners family members and friends are encouraged to join the Dollar Club by donating $1 a month or an annual donation of $12

All proceeds go directly to the Seminarian Formation Endowment Fund that supports the living and educa-tional expenses of our 19 Archdiocese seminarians

Make checks payable to St Joseph with a Memo Dollar Club Or go on-line to St Joseph website Give Second Collection Dollar Club

The Knights of Columbus Dollar Club thank you for your continued support and generosity Please contact Steve Hanshaw with comments or questions at 281-900-6198

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please join your parish family for a night of praise and worship at

the next XLT Adoration with the Blessed Sacrament

Sunday February 9 700 pm in Main Church

All are welcome

ANNUNCIOS

PIEDRAS VIVAS El grupo de oracioacuten ldquoPiedras Vivasrdquo se reuacutene cada viernes de 7-9 pm en el saloacuten parroquial Su misioacuten es ser guiados por el Espiacuteritu Santo en muchas formas de oracioacuten rosario Alabanzas adoracioacuten meditacioacuten del palabra y oracioacuten comunitaria El primer viernes del mes nos reunimos en la iglesia principal de 7-9pm para reparacioacuten al sagra-do corazoacuten de Jesuacutes Para maacutes informacioacuten victoriastewardhotmailcom

CERRO DE LA CRUZ La limpieza anual del Cerro de La Cruz (Hill of the Cross) es el saacutebado 15 de febrero a las 730 am Se invita a to-dos los miembros de la parroquia y a la comunidad a com-partir el compantildeerismo y el servicio a nuestra parroquia Para mas informacion llame a Tommy Rubio at 650-922-2326 o email tommyrubio77hotmailcom Habra tacos y donas para el desayuno Gracias

RETIRO PARROQUIAL DE CUARESMA Reserve la fecha Acompaacutentildeenos en nuestro Retiro Parroquial de Cuaresma con el ora-dor catoacutelico aclamado internacionalmente Gus Lloyd el 22 de febrero a las 830 am en la Iglesia Principal iexclSe proporcionaraacuten refrescos y el evento es GRATIS Esta platica cerra solamente en ingles

CONFIRMACIOacuteN La Misa de Confirmacioacuten cera el 22 de Febrero 2020 a las 130 pm La prac-tiqa es para padrino y confirmandi a las 1030 am - 130 pm en el salon Parroquial

Join us for Our

4th Annual

Saturday February 15

630pm - 1100pm

Live music by the Mo-Dels St John Hall bull $25 tickets are limited

and available in parish office Hot dinner 630 pm - 730 pm

More info at 830-980-2268

HONRANDO LAS FUERZAS ARMADAS St Joseph estaraacute honrando a nuestros hombres y mujeres en las fuerzas armadas con una foto en el vestiacutebulo Si desea incluir la foto de su ser querido mande su foto y informacioacuten a rosemstjhcchurch

Into the Heart A Journey through the Theology of the Body

An online study with Ascension Press through

St Joseph-Honey Creek Family Life Information - LalettaEstjhcchurch

PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

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PARISH LIFE

Thank you to Matt Schima and the Respect Life Ministry for organizing the bus trip to Austin for the 2020 March and Rally for Life

WOMENrsquoS ACTS RETREAT 2020

PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

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PARISH LIFE

CONFIRMATION RETREAT 2020

Join us for the Confirmation

Mass February 22

130 pm

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

Free FORMED app - It is easier than ever for you to enjoy your subscription to FORMED Just download the FREE FORMED app and start enjoy-ing great video and audio wherever you go

FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940

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PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles

(Members Ex Officio)

Matthew Wohlfeil - President Jeff Burrier - Vice President Mike Knuffke - Secretary Adaia Garcia Engrav Rosanne Gray Jayne OKeefe Charlie Nickells Christine Lowak Ricardo Garcia Ana K Alcazar Ken Petri Lana Kubany Henry Delgado Patricia Seader

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish) Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL Distribution every other week Thursdays 1 pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm (830) 438-3725

PARISH INFORMATION

Stewardship $2328191 Childrens $28576

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY

Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is

simple safe and completely secure

With WeShare you can set up a

recurring weekly or monthly

transaction using your checking

savings or credit card account You

can decide how much to give to any

collection and make changes any

time day or night Plus you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions

or concerns about the program or

would like help setting up your

account please call our parish office

at (830) 980-2268 ext 205

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

The next second collection (Feb 9) will be for Dollar Club

OUR STEWARDHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 1-5-19

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

Dick Dawson

Sheila Rosario

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation

You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

Do you have recommendations concerns Would you like your voice heard Please contact Pastoral Council at matthewwohlfeil hotmailcom

New Adult Faith Formation classes forming in Januaryhellip See stjoseph-honeycreekorg website Family Life amp Adult Formation for more details

TRY A NEW STUDY

Our Parish has FORMED A free gift for you Go to Formedorg

bull Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

bull Create a personal account with your email and password

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FORMED STEWARDSHIP UPDATE

As we begin 2020 the Annual Appeal kicks off and we are entering the final stages of the iexclAndale Campaign The solicitation phase of the iexclAndale Campaign will end April 19 2020 We just need about $32 Million to surpass the $60 Million goal It is important to remember that the Capital Campaign focuses on long-term needs and the Annual Appeal focuses on our imme-diate needs as an archdiocese We ask that you prayerfully consider contributing to both If you have already responded to the Capital Campaign we thank you You may still make your gift online at wwwarchsaorg Thank you for your prayers and generosity

ANDALE - pledges end April 2020 Goal $1638000 Pledged $888253 542

2020 Archbishoprsquos Appeal - Goal $96616

2019 Archbishoprsquos Appeal Goal $96295 Paid $98733 Our Rebate $121940