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It is with great sadness that we announce Bishop John E. McCarthy, third bishop of Austin, died Aug. 18 at his home, surrounded by his family. Funeral arrangements are as follows: Thursday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Public viewing, St. Mary Cathedral, Thursday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m.: Vigil, St. William Parish in Round Rock, Bishop Joe Vásquez officiating. Friday, Aug. 24, 2 p.m.: Mass of Christian Burial, St. William Parish, 620 Round Rock West Dr., Round Rock; presider, Archbishop Joseph Fiorenza; homilist, Msgr. Elmer Holtman. Click for more information.

Holy Day of Obligation, August 15. This feast day celebrates our belief that Mary, "when the course of her earthly life was finished, was taken up body and soul into heavenly glory." (Catechism, #966) Mass times: Tuesday, Aug. 14 at 7:00 p.m. (Vigil) and Wednesday, Aug. 15 at Noon and 7:00 p.m.

The weekend before school starts, we will have a special blessing and prayer for all students. Join us on Sunday, Aug. 19, at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. We will also have a special blessing and prayer for all students, teachers, and school staff. Students are welcome to bring their backpacks to Mass.

Last weekend some of our knights installed over 60 linear feet of industrial grade shelving. These shelves will support the materials and resources used for or Religious Education classes - starting in September 2018 in the new Parish Center. Not pictured - Paul Tiley

With the opening of our beautiful new Parish Center now is the time for our pent up energies and curiosity to find a place to learn, to share and to grow. The Adult Formation Ministry has so much to offer this fall. Check out our page - you are sure to find something of interest. And if not, just tell us what you are interested in.

Back to school can be a stressful time of year for many families. For children, the prospect of returning to school is daunting if their families cannot afford the required school supplies. We will be collecting new backpacks and school supplies for students that live in Foundation Communities’ affordable housing apartments in southwest Austin and also for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Please consider purchasing a backpack and/or school supplies for these children. Pick up a school supply list on the table in the narthex. Please return your donations by Sunday, July 29.

Are you and your child ready to launch a new school year? Don't miss this popular workshop that helps parents learn what teachers wish you knew when sending your Pre-K through 3rd grader to school. Learn how to organize your mornings and discover strategies to decrease anxiety, resistance, and stresses that can make the start & end of the school day a frustrating experience. Click here for details.

Parents, don’t miss this special presentation by Dr. Michael Brooks, author of "Tech Generation: Raising Balanced Kids in a Hyper-Connected World." Click here for additional information and to register.

Alan Ames, International Catholic Evangelist and Healer, will visit the Austin area this week. On Thursday, June 28, he will be at St. Martin de Porres in Dripping Springs at 7:00 p.m. On Friday, June 29, he will be at San Jose Catholic Church at 6:30 p.m. Click for details on his visit.

All parish offices will be closed during the week of the July 4th holiday. During this week, all daily Masses will be at 9:00 a.m., there will be no noon Mass. On Tues., July 3, in addition to daily Mass at 9:00 a.m., we will have Reconciliation from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m., and evening Mass at 7:00 p.m. On Fri., July 6, we will have the Anointing of the Sick at the 9:00 a.m. Mass. There will be no evening Mass.

We need parishioners to help set up, serve and cleanup for various parish events. Requests for volunteers will be sent out when there is an event and you may sign up if it’s convenient for you. DO YOU ENJOY BAKING OR COOKING? We need volunteer cooks and bakers, too! Training is provided. Sign up for either or both at rhonda.smith@stcatherine-austin.org.

On Sat., June 3, 2018, the parish community of St. Catherine of Siena honored graduating high school seniors at the 11:30 a.m. Mass. Fr. Lou Brusatti led a special blessing after Communion. Click here for more information and photos from the event.

On Sat., June 16, the Knights of Columbus Council 8156 will host their 6th Annual Father’s Day Weekend Golf Classic tournament at Plum Creek Golf Club in Kyle. The tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The entry fee is $100/player. Proceeds will help support many charitable organizations in Central Texas. Click here for details.

All parish offices will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day. Daily Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., there will be no Noon Mass. Have a safe and happy Memorial Day!

All 2018 High School graduates are invited to a Graduation Mass on Sunday, June 3, at 11:30 a.m. Graduates should arrive in the Narthex at 11:00 a.m., wearing their cap and gown to line up for the procession of Mass. There will be reserved seating for the graduates and a special blessing after Communion. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you! To participate, RSVP by Friday, May 25.

This popular 7 week parenting series returns Wednesday mornings beginning June 20! Childcare is available and summer is a great time for parents to find ways to manage children's behaviors and keep calm during the ongoing long days of summer! Click here for registration details!

This summer, we are partnering again with our neighbors at St. Paul’s parish, who will host VBS on their grounds.  Save the date for VBS: " Shipwrecked, Rescued by Jesus," where kids discover how Jesus rescues us through life’s storms. VBS is for children entering kinder through 5th grade. REGISTER BY MAY 20! Click here for more information!

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We are delighted to inform you that Bishop Joe Vasquez will come to St. Catherine to officially open our New Parish Center! The official opening will take place on Sunday, May 6, at 3:00 p.m. This will be followed with a simple reception. We are sending out an open invitation to anyone in the parish who would like to be present. At another date to be announced shortly, we will host an Open House weekend for all the parish to come and visit the New Parish Center at a more leisurely pace.

The Catholic Church is committed to ensuring the safety of children and young people and providing pastoral outreach to victims and survivors of sexual abuse by clergy. The Church’s mission to protect and heal stems from the Gospel: the life and teachings of Jesus Christ provide us with the perfect foundation for our efforts to create safe environments for children. Jesus said, “Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these” (Mt 19:14). Click here for more info.