Joe S. Vasquez, Bishop Diocese of Austin

Pope Francis Rome, Italy

December 25, 2016

ST. ANN MASS SCHEDULE

Sunday 9:00 am

Weekdays Wednesday 9:00 am

Friday 6:00 pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday: After 9am Mass

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

Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament

Friday – 7:00a to 5:30p

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

Contact Person: Deacon Don Sims simsdon@rocketmail.com

979-204-1812

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

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

The Nativ ity of the Lord

(Christmas)

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

St. Ann Catholic Church P.O. Box 99

333 Thornberry Drive Somerville, Texas 77879

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

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

Catholic Social Teaching Corner

Next Week’s Ministers

Sat.—Dec. 31 7:00 p.m.

Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion

Janet Zapalac Tom Hodges

Greeters/Ushers Leo Schubert David Jimenez

Lectors Fran Thomas

Altar Servers Kailey & Riley Eldridge

Finances—St. Ann

12/18/2016 Sunday Collection $ 1,045.00 12/18/2016 Christmas Flowers $ 130.00

Mass Intentions: Dec 24 -31

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

Wed. Dec. 28 9:00a Milady Kristof

Fri. Dec. 30 6:00p Morris Burlin

Sat. Dec. 31 7:00p For the People and for Linda Lindley

Apostolate

Wed.—Dec. 28 Wed.-Jan. 4

Collection Counting

Tom Hodges Del Orozco

Tom Hodges Fran Thomas

The Nativity of the Lord 1st Reading: Isaiah 62: 1-5 Psalm 89: 4-5, 16-17, 27, 29 2nd Reading: Acts of the Apostles 13: 16-17, 22-25 Gospel: Matthew 1: 1-25 or 1: 18-25 The Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God 1st Reading: Numbers 6: 22-27 Psalm 67: 2-3, 5-6, 8 2nd Reading: Galatians 4: 4-7 Gospel: Luke 2: 16-21

The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)

Today we celebrate the incarnation of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior! How will your family celebrate the birth of Christ?

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

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

No RE classes until January 8, 2017

Today

is SAAM Food Collection Sunday!

IMPORTANT NOTICE!! The Mass for January 1st has been sched-uled for December 31th at 7:00 pm. There will be no Mass on Sunday, January 1st.

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

A Message From Bishop Vasquez and Auxiliary Bishop Garcia As we celebrate the birth of Our Savior, Jesus Christ, we ask the Prince of Peace to end all war, vengeance and suffering, and help us become people of mercy, compassion and healing. Wishing you, your family and loved ones a holy and blessed Christmas and a joy-filled New Year!

Feast of the Holy Family Friday, December 30, 2016

CHURCH LIFE...one body-many members.

PRAY WITH US...come and adore Christ

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

Amanda Walhoviak

Jim Turner

Ann Ross

Carol Winkler

David Jimenez

Carlos Escobedo

Sr. John

Betty Labay

Michael Miller

Rita Diamond

Raymond Perez

Marion Simmons

Lenora Brown

Ray Allen Kulhanek

That by the grace of our Lord’s birth, all the baptized will turn

entirely to God, becoming bold apostles who make present the

Good News of God’s justice and peace by our loving care of our

family, our friends, the poor, the outcast, the marginalized, the

immigrant and the stranger…..

John Brown

Kevin Davis

David Dominguez

Neil Frerick

Robin Frerick

Jason Grace

Jerry Gutierrez

Christina Marie Hahne

Dane Kidd

Matthew Lee

Annalisa Lujan

John Maldonado

Jacob McDonald

Brandon Osburn

Tommy Polansky

Joseph Ramirez

Matthew Reynolds

Charlie Richardson

Ceasar Rodriguez

Michael R. Rodriguez

Stephen Ruth

Justo Suarez

Brandon Thomas

1LT Christopher M. Torres

Alan Turner

Jennifer Hlavaty

Jarrett Hlavaty

Please pray for the needs of our

par ishioners & fr iends

The Grotto of Our Blessed Mother

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

Bishop Vasquez’ Prayer Intention

Pray for Vocations

ADORATION

EVERY FRIDAY

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

Today

Catholic Charities Corner Merry Christmas from Catholic Charities! This year, consider giving the gift of hope to families in need in Central Texas. To learn more about Catholic Charities and ways that you can get involved, come visit our offices in Austin or Bryan for CC101, a free “lunch and learn” where you can see our mission in ac-tion. To sign-up, visit www.ccctx.org/get-to-know-catholic-charities or call 512-651-6126.

Adopt a Seminarian Project St. Ann will once again support a young man studying to an-swer the call to the priesthood. His name is Mr. Isaac Oviedo and he is currently at Holy Trinity Seminary in Irving, Texas. “What does this mean? What do I do?” As in the past, there will be a sign-up sheet in the entryway for anyone who wishes to help and encourage this young man to answer his call. Some suggestions on how to do is: drop him a note of encouragement, pray for him, say the rosary for him, send him stamps and note cards/stationary to help him keep in touch with family as these young men studying to answer the call are away from family, and of course, a few dollars is always nice. Please consider helping to encourage Isaac to answer his call.

Source of Income Amount

Sunday Envelope Collection $ 27,835.27

Facilities Rental Income $ 5,925.00

Raffle Fundraiser Income $ 3,512.00

Diocesan Subsidies $ 5,974.00

Redeem CD $25,995.24

TOTAL $ 69,241.51

Expenses

Salaries $ 11,806.50

Employee Benefits (Priest) $ 8,457.00

Employee Taxes $ 274.94

Contract Labor $ 2,250.00

Insurance/Rick Management $ 4,260.00

Supplies/Services (Includes Catho-lic Spirit & Data Base Costs) $ 4,841.26

Repairs/Maintenance $ 22,731.03

Utilities $ 12,622.20

Cathedraticum $ 11,264.00

TOTAL $ 78,506.93

Income and Expenses from July 18-December 14, 2016

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

St. Ann Catholic Church PO Box 99

Somerville, Texas 77879 www.saintann-somerville.org

Contact us at: Office: 979-596-1966

Email: secretary.stanns@gmail.com

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE

$180 for 12 months $45 for 3 months

$7.50 for one week

Special Events at St. Ann

Dec. 24: Mass at 7:00 pm Dec. 25: No Mass; No Religious Education classes Dec. 31: Mass at 7:00 pm Jan. 1: New Year’s Day; No Mass; No RE classes Jan. 5: KC Meeting 7 pm, Family Center Jan. 8: SAAM Food collection Jan. 8: Classes resume in RE building Jan. 8: KC BBQ—pick up plates 10a-12p Jan. 13: Knights of Columbus Christmas Party, 6:30 pm Jan. 29: Coffee and Donuts in Family Center after Mass sponsored by the Knights of Columbus

In memory of

Milady Kristof For her generosity to St. Ann

“May perpetual light

shine

upon her”

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Rhythm Oaks Ranch Somerville, TX 979-450-3866

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Burns & Reyes-Burns

Attorneys At Law 596-3424

Main Office Somerville Office 205 S. Hill St. P.O. Box 429 Caldwell, TX Somerville, TX

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Upcoming EIM Workshops Jan.14, 2017: 9-11am, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Temple Jan. 28, 2017: 10a-noon; St. Ann, Somerville To find the schedule and to sign up for a workshop, login to your EIM account at https://www.eappsdb.com/Login.asp?ORGZ_KEY=4. If you don’t recall your User ID/Password, please use the Alternate Login option. Important: Plan to arrive promptly as late arrivals

may not be admitted once the work-shop has started

Children should not be brought to EIM workshops

Questions: Call the office during work-ing hours