This Week at St. Mary’s
The events listed below are unique events for this week. We have plenty of organizations that meet weekly that are not listed. Find an organization that interest you on our community page.
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New Church closed on Monday mornings
A reminder that the New Church is closed on Monday mornings to clean up from the weekend.
Our full weekend Mass schedule is our Saturday Vigil at 5:30pm, and Sunday at 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm (Spanish) & 6:00pm.
Summer Mass Schedule
Beginning May 1, St. Marys will transition to the Summer daily Mass schedule, offering only the 5:30pm daily Mass.
Effective May 12, St. Marys will transition to its Summer weekend schedule: Saturday 5:30pm Vigil Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00am, 1:00pm (Spanish), and 6:00pm.
Now
Finals Wall
Got a project or exam coming up? Your community at St. Mary's would love to pray for you. Look for the finals wall going up this week in the student center, across from the Holy Roastery. Join us in lifting each other up in prayer as you power through finals week! Drink some water, get some sleep - don't forget, three meals a day!
Home Group Leadership Applications
If you are interested in leading a discipleship small group next year, consider applying to become a Home Group Leader! Applications are now open and will remain open through the summer. Apply at aggiecatholic.org/homegroups.
Music Ministry
Music Ministry is have open auditions for Fall 2024. Each year, we need new people with musical gifts to help us worship the Lord. We will host auditions for choral ensembles, orchestra, small groups, wedding/funeral cantors, praise and worship, and more. We invite you to grow with us and learn together. Please sign up and learn more at aggiecatholic.org/music.
Float Trip
Our annual Float Trip on the river is Wednesday, May 8! Cost is $24 to include tube and shuttle service. Departure time from St. Mary’s is 7:00am with an optional 6:15am Mass in the old church. Visit aggiecatholic.org/floattrip to sign up, and we’ll email you more details! Deadline is May 3.
Summer RCIA & Confirmation
If you will be here in the summer, and are interested in becoming Catholic or receiving your sacraments, we will be offering a summer RCIA/Confirmation class. Class starts on May 28. Email Kevin Pesek at kpesek@aggiecatholic.org to register.
Monday
AggieCAT
Want to learn more about the Catholic faith? Join AggieCAT every other Monday at 6:45pm in Room 211 for a talk and discussion over a topic of the faith. This coming Monday, April 29th, is our last meeting of the semester, and we will be having an open Q&A. We hope to see everyone there!
Wednesday
Senior Day
Class of 2024, we’re proud of you! Join your class at St. Mary’s on May 1. We’ll have a Baccalaureate Mass at 5:30pm in our graduate gowns, followed by a celebration for you with fun, games, food, and more.
This Weekend
Blessing of Graduates
If you will be graduating this semester, all graduates are invited to receive a special blessing and sending forth at all Masses on the weekend of May 4-5.
The Week of April 28
St. Mary’s is Hiring
Staff Accountant
The Staff Accountant is responsible for administering and maintaining accurate records relating to accounting, purchasing, and human resources and ensuring that Center and Diocesan policies are followed. The Staff Accountant is a member of the administrative team.
To learn more or apply, visit aggiecatholic.org/employment.
Marquette Method of NFP
Learn The Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning! Marquette is a highly scientific and heavily studied hormonal method of NFP that uses a monitor. It is healthy and natural for body and soul! This online group class will be held on April 30th at 6:00pm Central Time. This group class is offered via Zoom with Registered Nurse and Certified Marquette Instructor, Rachel Interiano. This class is appropriate for women in regular cycles who are not currently breastfeeding. Register online at uniquelymarynfp.com - scroll down and choose "Book Group Session".
Other News
FOCUS Athlete Outreach
Are you an athlete looking to get involved? We have athlete Bible studies available to help you or your team grow in your faith! Fill out this Google Form to get connected!
St. Mary’s Unexpected Pregnancy Hotline
If you or someone you know is unexpectedly pregnant, please know that St. Mary's has resources to support materially, psychologically, and spiritually both during and after pregnancy. We have a dedicated hotline (979-320-9780) that you can call or text with your first name and contact information. An adult will follow up with you. Students are not leading this ministry.
Local Service Opportunities
St. Mary's has many new ongoing opportunities this year to serve and encounter the poor through events such as lunch in the park with people in need, street ministry in Austin, Bingo and Ice Cream socials with the elderly, and helping mothers in need at the Elizabeth Home. If you would like more information contact David Dominguez. To sign up, visit aggiecatholic.org/service.
St. Mary’s Podcasts
St. Mary’s hosts a few podcasts for some Catholicism on the go. If you want to hear homilies, check out our Aggie Catholic Homilies podcast. For talks like those heard at Magnify, check out our Aggie Catholic Talks podcast.
Spiritual Direction
Fr. Art is here to meet with individuals for spiritual direction or confession on Mondays beginning at 8:30am. His schedule is specifically reserved for students from 11am-3pm. You can sign up at the front desk or by emailing the receptionist at info@aggiecatholic.org.
The Pursuit
Did you know? St. Mary's has a ministry called The Pursuit for students who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria. The Pursuit provides a supportive and formative community of fellow students striving to live a virtuous life. Participation in this ministry is confidential. For more information, email thepursuit@aggiecatholic.org or visit aggiecatholic.org/thepursuit
Looking for more?
If you are looking for ways to jump in more regularly here at St. Mary’s click the link below to discover all of our ministries you can join now like The Rock (praise and worship), SMYRT (provides High School and Middle School Retreats), local service events, and more!