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Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

As of 10/10/2016:

Campaign Goal: $2,526,000.00

Amount Pledged to Date: $ 2,451,837.60

Amount Paid to Date: $1,644,754.04

Pledges/One-time Donations: 520

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 7:00pm... Austin Rosary Crusade, Bishops Hall 7:00pm St. Vincent de Paul Monthly Meeting, School Admin. Building

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Election Day 6:00pm... RCIA, DC Cafeteria 6:00pm... Knights of Columbus, Bishops Hall

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 8:30am... CSSM School Mass, Cathedral 5:30pm... CSSM School Advisory Board, Library 6:00pm... Schola Rehearsal, Bishops Hall 6:00pm... Altar Server Training, Cathedral 6:00pm... Finance Council Meeting, Rectory 6:30-8:30pm..Catholicism Series, DC Cafeteria

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 6:30pm... Legion of Mary, Library 7:00pm... Catholic Scripture Study DC Cafeteria 7:00pm... Young Catholic Professionals, Bishops Hall & Cathedral

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Veteran’s Day 5:00pm... Wedding Rehearsal, Cathedral 6:00pm... Wedding Rehearsal, Cathedral 6:30pm... Spanish Choir Rehearsal, Sheehan

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 8:00am YCP Retreat, DC Cafeteria, Kinder, PreK3 & PreK4 Classrooms 9:00am... Baptism Class (Spanish), Library 9:00am... CFF Retreat, Bishops Hall 10:00am.. St. Vincent de Paul Monthly Meeting, School Admin. Bulding 2:00pm... Wedding, Cathedral 4:00pm... Baptisms in English, Cathedral 7:30pm... Wedding, Cathedral

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13

8:00am… Sunday Breakfast (Los Amigos), Bishops Hall 10:45am.. Catholic Faith Formation (CFF) Classes 4:30-5:00pm...SJLMS Coffee, Bishops Hall 5:00pm... SJLMS Meeting, Library 5:00pm... St. Augustine Youth Choir Rehearsal— Sheehan & DC Cafeteria

Weekly Calendar

Ave Maria Gift Shop Hours of Operation

Wednesday-Saturday 11am-1pm Sundays 11am-2pm

A volunteer ministry of Saint Mary Cathedral

Today is the annual diocesan Catholic Services Appeal. CSA gives us the opportunity to act together as a diocesan family: helping those in need, promoting a culture of life, encouraging religious vocations, and educating our youth. Every gift, regardless of the size, is vital to the success of the Catholic Services Appeal. Our goal this year is to have 100% participation. Please give in accordance with your means. Drop your CSA envelope in the collection baskets over the next two weekends. Bishop Vásquez’ gift, one per family, is a bottle of “Living Water,” holy water. Pick one up after Mass.

Hoy es nuestro Llamado para los Servicios Católicos diocesano. El Llamado para los Servicios Católicos nos da la oportunidad de actuar juntos como una familia diocesana: ayudando a aquellos necesitados, promoviendo una cultura de vida, fomentando vocaciones religiosas y educando a nuestra juventud. Cada donación, sin importar su tamaño, es vital para el éxito del Llamado para los Servicios Católicos. Nuestra meta este año es tener una participación del 100%. Por favor done de acuerdo a sus posibilidades. Pongan su sobre CSA en la canastas de colección durante los próximos dos fines de semana. El obispo Vásquez' les da una botella de "agua viva", agua bendita para cada familia. Las botellas de agua bendita serán disponibles después de la Santa Misa.

Closing of the Holy Door—Saturday, Nov. 19, at

5:30pm, Bishop Vásquez will celebrate our bilingual Vigil Mass to mark the end of the Year of Mercy and closing of the Holy Door.

Clausura del Año Jubilar de la misericordia—Sábado, 19 de noviembre, a las 5:30pm, el Obispo Vásquez celebrará nuestra vigilia Misa en inglés y español para marcar el final del año de la misericordia y de la clausura de la Puerta santa.

New and experienced altar servers are called to a mandatory training Wednesday, Nov. 9, from 6:00-8:30pm, in the Cathedral. If you have questions or need more information, contact Fr. Hai Nguyen at frhai@smcaustin.org or 512-476-6182.

Fall Cathedral Distinguished Speaker Series: Friday, Nov. 18, at 7:00-9:00pm, in Bishops Hall, Kar l A. Schultz will present an “Evening Mercy Mission: Matthew and Luke, Evangelists of Divine Mercy; the Grace of Unlimited Forgiveness from the Heart.”

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Monday, November 7 6:30am………………………Madere Family 12:05pm…………………Steven Nguyendon

Tuesday, November 8 6:30am………………………..Anna Hoàng† 12:05pm……………….Michael Nguyendon

Wednesday, November 9 6:30am…………………………….Dominic† 8:30am………………………Madere Family 12:05pm……………Teresita Cutillar Conol†

Thursday, November 10 6:30am………………………Giuse Nguyen† 12:05pm……………………Simona Amaro†

Friday, November 11 6:30am…………….Msgr. Edward Matocha† 12:30pm……………………..Madere Family

Saturday, November 12 12:05pm………………………...Petra Jalifi† 5:30pm…………………...Virginia Marchan†

Sunday, November 13 8:00am……………………Mary Hellerstedt† 9:30am……………….Conversion of Sinners 12:00pm …………….Cathedral Parishioners 1:45pm……………………………Dominic† 3:30pm…………………….Sarah Henderson 5:30pm……………………...Rena Freeman†

Mass Intentions

November 6, 2016

Please pray for: Christina Barron Almaguer, Esther Baltierra, Ebodia Bautista, Reef Bonsmann, Betty Brown, Juan Burrola, Sr., Susan Campbell, Aaron Carroll, Russell Cherry, John Cobb, Luis Constantin, Claudia De Los Santos, Mary Jane De Los Santos, Janet Elman, Glenn Gardner, Suzanne Garvil, Magdalena Gonzalez, Mary Gott, Gabriela Gray & Family, Sammy Greco, K. Gressett, Marc Griffin, Eloisa Harkrider, Lillian Eve Herrera, Diane Ballesteros-Houston, Ledesma Family, Roslyn Limones, Tony Madere, David Mallak, San Juanita Martinez, Consuelo Medina, Ralph Mergler, Msgr. Frank Miller, Kiera Miller, Michael Miller, Fabio Morales, Sr., Chandoice Norton, Ludwicka Norton, Gary Porfirio, Mary Elizabeth Powell, Virginia Pratt, Carol Richardson, Jorge Rivera, James Roberts, Maria Catarina Rosales, Chloe Sanders, Marrlene Sato, Frances M. Strickland, Bill Tarpley, Linda Trevino, Roland Trevino, Sherry Trevino, Amiee Vassilli, Jesse Vielma, Shane Walden, Thomas Walker, Louise Walters, Cicely White & children, Dot Wilkinson, Bob Wommack, Carol Young, Vicente Zavala

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

and for those who have died: Ofelia Rendon Lozano, Alberado Rocha, Aurora P. Saldaña,

Guadalupe Martinez

Next Sunday’s Second

Collection

November 12-13, 2016 Victims of Hurricane Matthew

Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time In today’s second reading, St. Paul prays

that the Thessalonians may be strengthened “in every good deed and word.”

May we, too, be strengthened and empowered to use our time and talents

for the good of others.

Budgeted amount needed each week: $21,500

Week ending October 30, 2016:

Actual Collection $ 20,133 Over/(Under) ($ 1,367)

No Second Collections

FY 2017 Year-to-Date Budget $ 387,000 FY 2017 Actual Collection $ 339,685 Over/(Under) ($ 47,315) Debt Balance as of 7/15/16 $ 415,119

Mass Attendance 1,518

Stewardship of Treasure

Baby Banks Campaign ends this weekend. Please place your boxes in the basket found in the East Narthex of the church.

Bancos bebé campaña concluye este fin de semana. Por favor coloque sus cuadros en la cesta encontró en el este nártex de la iglesia.

We pray for all who have served our

country in the armed services. Join the Veterans Day Parade that begins at 9:30am from the Ann Richards Bridge up Congress Ave. to the Texas State Capitol.

Oramos por todos los que han servido a nuestro país en los servicios armados. El Día de los veteranos desfile empieza a las 9:30 am desde el puente arriba Ann Richards Congress Ave. hasta el Capitolio del Estado de Texas.

Remember to Vote….Be a Faithful Citizen. Visit www.faithfulcitizenship.org to explore how you can love your neighbors by advocating as a faithful citizen on behalf of those who are poor and vulnerable. As you prepare to vote this week, read the U. S. bishops’ statement on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, watch videos and access other great resources on faithful citizenship.

Acuerdence votar….. Visite www.faithfulcitizenship.org para explorar cómo puede amar a sus vecinos por defender como un ciudadano fiel en nombre de aquellos que son pobres y vulnerables. Mientras usted se prepara para votar esta semana, lea la declaración de los obispos de EE.UU. en la formación de las conciencias de los fieles de la ciudadanía, ver vídeos y acceder a otros grandes recursos sobre ciudadanía fiel.

All Souls’ Day envelopes are available in the pews to remember a deceased loved one. Names on the envelopes are included in Masses said for the faithful departed in the month of November.

Sobres para al los difuntos están en las bancas. Los nombres serán escritos en el libro que será puesto el mes de noviembre.

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Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Baptisms/Bautismos

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Confirmation. All Baptism documents must be received in the office

before a Baptism date can be set.

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

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

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

practicantes viviendo según las normas de la Iglesia.

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

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

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

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

SANCTUARY CANDLE In memory of all Catholic War Veterans

November 6-November 12, 2016

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

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

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

V Encuentro Process is an invitation from all Catholic bishops to every Catholic in the U.S. to engage in becoming authentic and joyful missionary disciples, who continue learning and following Jesus’ steps as we share the Good News. Join us at our introductory session (from 8:00am-3:00pm): Nov. 19 at St. Anthony Marie de Claret Parish in Kyle. Session will be bilingual (English and Spanish). Registration not re-quired, but we encourage attendees to register online at www.tiny.cc/VEDG. For more information, call 512-949-2426. El proceso del V Encuentro es una invitación de los obispos a cada católico en los EE.UU. para involucrarse en convertirse en discípulos misioneros auténticos y alegres, que continúan aprendiendo y siguiendo los pasos de Jesús, mientras van compartiendo la Buena Nueva. El proceso del V Encuentro ha iniciado en nuestra diócesis, y lo invitamos a venir y conocer más de ello y averiguar cómo usted, su familia, su ministerio y parroquia pueden ser parte de este proceso. Le invitamos a asistir a una reunión de las siguientes: 19 de noviembre en la Parroquia de St. Anthony Marie de Claret en Kyle. La sesione serán bilingüe, inglés y español. La inscripción no es requerida, pero animamos a los asistentes a inscribirse en línea en www.tiny.cc/VEDG. Para más información llame al 512-949-2426.

Special collection Nov. 12-13: The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops request that all parishes take up a special collection the weekend of Nov. 12-13 to assist those affected by Hurricane Matthew. The money collected will be distributed through Catholic Relief Services and Catholic Charities USA to provide water, food, shelter, medical care and long-term recovery efforts in the U.S., Cuba, Haiti and other parts of the Caribbean.

La Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de los Estados Unidos solicita que todas las parroquias tomen una colección especial el fin de semana del 12-13 de noviembre para asistir a aquellos afectados por el huracán Matthew. El dinero recaudado será distribuido a través de los Servicios Católicos de Socorro y Catholic Charities USA para suministrar agua, alimentos, refugio, atención médica y los esfuerzos de recuperación a largo plazo en los Estados Unidos, Cuba, Haití y otras partes del Caribe.

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Liturgical Minister Schedule

Readings for WEEK OF NOV. 7-13, 2016:

Mon…. Ti 1:1-9 Ps 24:1b-4b,5-6 Lk 17:1-6 Tues…. Ti 2:1-8,11-14 Ps 37:3-4,18,23,27,29 Lk 17:7-10 Wed…. Ez 47:1-2,8-9,12 Ps 46:2-3,5-6,8-9 1 Cor 3:9c-11,16-17 Jn 2:13-22 Thurs... Phlm 7-20 Ps 146:7-10 Lk 17:20-25 Fri…… 2 Jn 4-9 Ps 119:1-2,10-11,17-18 Lk 17:26-37 Sat…... 3 Jn 5-8 Ps 112:1-6 Lk 18:1-8 Sun….. Mal 3:19-20a Ps 98:5-9 2 Thes 3:7-12 Lk 21:5-19

Did you forget your

checkbook and

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

your phone. Thank you for your stewardship!

Catholic Scripture Study: Thursdays from 7:00-

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

Liturgical Ministry Coordinators

Altar Servers—Kevin Farris: kebinfl@yahoo.com EMHCs—Charlene Morris: llcjmorris@aol.com Lectors—Natacha Wagner: npdubya@gmail.com, & Teresa Pione: tmpione82@gmail.com

Coordinator: Rudy Gonzales, gotexas2015@yahoo.com Lead Ushers

Saturday 5:30pm Vigil Gary Porfirio

Sunday 8:00am Jesse Vielma

Sunday 9:30am Rudy Gonzales

Sunday 12:00pm Fernando Cortez & AJ Jalifi

Sunday 1:45pm (Spanish) Eliseo Tovar

Sunday 3:30pm Latin Mass José Melendez

Sunday 5:30pm George Hindman

Ushers

Altar Server Team Schedule

5:30 PM Vigil 8:00 AM 9:30AM 12:00 Noon 5:30 PM

Servers Servers Servers Servers Servers

K. Farris C. Dunia M. Kuang A-Team J. Tybor

K. Farris D. Sutton J. Kuang H. Martinez

D. Myer (open) V. Castillo A. Fuentes

D. Gorrell (open) D. Gabler (open)

(open) (open) N. Gabler (open)

(open) J. Tybor (open)

November 5-6, 2016 5:30 PM Vigil 8:00 AM 9:30 AM 12:00 Noon 1:45 PM

Spanish 5:30 PM

Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectores Lectors Teresa Pione Rick Chavana Michelle Estep John Donatucci Juanita Tovar Norman Garza

James Marrs Stephen Dickman Monica Ballard Mario Garcia Ricardo Martinez Sadie Pack

EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC

H2—Julie Gray H2—Sulema Vielma H2—Deacon H2—Deacon H2—Celia G.-Sanchez H2—F. Fuentes

C1—Jim Gray C1—Louise Porfirio H3—Brett Cranford H3—John Donatuci C1—Rosa Cervantes C1—M. Dusterhoff

C2—Martin Aleman C2—Ken Craig H4—Phyllis Patrick H4—Rachel Cortez C2—Juanita Tovar C2—Marsha Mitchell

C1—Rudy Gonzales H5 Choir—J. Crawford

C2—Philip Williams C1—Ali McGraw C3—Edna Dunger C2—Harry Crawford C4—Hee-Jung Kim C3—Charlene Morris

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

November 12-13, 2016 5:30 PM Vigil 8:00 AM 9:30 AM 12:00 Noon 1:45 PM

Spanish 5:30 PM

Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectores Lectors Cherilyn Young Ken Craig Hee-Jung Kim James Arrington Eliseo Ramirez Mario Garcia

Tess Keller Natalie R. Rodriguez John Posey Joan Pearsall Rosa Cervantes Teresa Pione

EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC

H2—Ali McGraw H2—Louise Porfirio H2—Deacon H2—Deacon H2—Celia G.-Sanchez H2—F. Fuentes

C1—Martin Aleman C1—Steve Dickman H3—John Posey H3—Rachel Cortez C1—Juanita Tovar C1—M. Dusterhoff

C2—Brian Trinque C2—Margaret Myers H4—Philip Williams H4—Edisson Guevara C2—Rosa Cervantes C2—

C1—Mike Nicklaus H5 Choir—J. Crawford

C2—Lee Smith C1—James Arrington C3—Bob Baker C2—Randall Walker

C4—Edna Dunger C3—Rosy Jalifi

H=Host Minister C=Chalice Minister C4—Harry Crawford

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Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Support our bulletin advertisers!

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

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

Are you a young adult Catholic? A local researcher, in conjunction with the Austin Institute for the Study of Family and Culture, is looking for participants for a research study on Christian marriage.

Participation consists of one 60-minute in-person interview. Participants will be compensated for their time. To participate you must be: 1) Between the ages of 24-35 years old; 2) Never married or married within the past three years; 3) A Christian who attends church services weekly.

If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more about the project, please contact Laura Wittmann at Intern@austin-institute.org or call 512-368-4213.

Life Is Beautiful Gala: The sixth annual Benefit Dinner for Austin’s St. John Paul II Life Center will be held Nov. 11 beginning at 7:00pm, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Austin. Bishop Michael Sis of San Angelo will be the keynote speaker. For more information including ticket sales and sponsorship opportunities, contact kimberly@jpiilifecenter.org.

Traditional Latin Mass

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

2017 traditional liturgical wall calendars are available for purchase, $10. To purchase, see an usher before or after Mass.

November 13, 3:30pm—Low Mass—Resumed Sixth Sunday after Epiphany. SJLMS Meeting after Mass in the school library. All are welcome. November 20, 3:30pm—Low Mass—Twenty-Fourth & Last Sunday after Pentecost. Blessing of religious items after Mass. November 27, 3:30pm—Low Mass—First Sunday of Advent. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass.

Latin phrase of the week: Beati immaculati in via: qui ambulant in lege Domini.—Blessed are the undefiled in the way: who walk in the law of the Lord. Psalm 118:1

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

Catholic Faith Formation

Bianca, Magally, and Darien Ochoa Diaz will participate in the Rite of Welcoming during Mass at 1:45pm, on Sunday, Nov. 13, as they approach the sacraments of Confession, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation to be celebrated this spring. Please include them in your prayers.

Bianca, Magally que, Darién y Ochoa Díaz participará en la ceremonia del rito de acogida durante la misa a las 1:45pm, el domingo 13 de noviembre, cuando se acercan a los sacramentos de la Confesión, para la Primera Comunión y la confirmación de que se celebrará esta primavera. Por favor, incluyan en sus oraciones.

Celtic Christmas at the Cathedral, Dec. 16 & 17: Tickets now on sale at www.celticchristmasaustin.com. It is recommended you buy tickets as soon as possible. The Celtic Cultural Center of Texas has sold out both nights for 12 years; don’t

miss out! Although the event is held at the Cathedral, the Cathedral staff cannot assist with questions or ticket sales. All inquiries should be made to the Celtic Cultural Center of Texas at celticculturalcenter@gmail.com. On the dates of the shows, the administrators will not be checking emails, so please refer to the FAQ’s section.

Cathedral Office will be be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The office will reopen Monday, Nov. 28.

Join the Cathedral Adult Ministry, ALL Cathedral members and friends who have 40+ years of life experiences are invited to meet us after the 12:05pm Mass for a potluck lunch and fellowship. Bring a dish to share and be prepared for an afternoon of great company. Meet us on Saturday, Nov. 19 in Bishops Hall!

El ministerio de Adultos de la Catedral les invita a todos de 40 años de vida o más a una tardeada después de la Santa Misa de 12:05 de la tarde el sábado, 19 de noviembre en el Salón de los Obispos. Traigan comida para compartir y visitar con otros miembros de la parroquia.

Volunteer Opportunities

Ave Maria Gift Shop, Sundays, 8:45-11:30am. Contact Greg Vidal at gvidal@smcaustin.org or call 512-476-6182.

Gardening and Landscaping on the Cathedral grounds. Call the Parish Office at 512-476-6182 and ask for Harlan.

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Rector……………..Very Reverend Tim Nolt

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

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

Business Administrator...………Greg Vidal

Administrative Assistants…..Jessica Burrola Judy Henschen

Loretta Lozano Yvonne Saldaña Kathy Thomas

Facilities Manager………….Harlan Lawson

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

Bookkeeper………………….Yvonne Bedell

Director of Catholic Faith Formation……. Jaeson Drummond

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

Organist and Wedding Music Coordinator Dr. Brooks Whitmore

Principal………….....……….Robert LeGros

Cathedral Staff

Cathedral Office……………..512-476-6182

School (Pre-K through 8th)….512-476-1480

Catholic Faith Formation……512-476-4801

Ave Maria Gift Shop………...512-617-5880

Office of Sacred Music……...512-472-4540

St. Vincent de Paul…………..512-476-3750

Phone Numbers

November 6, 2016

Vocation Discernment

Men’s Discernment Dinner for single Catholic men ages 18 and older with an openness to discerning a priestly vocation—Wednesday, Nov. 9, 7:00-8:30 pm at Bor romeo House. Contact Fr . Jonathan Raia, Vocation Direc-tor, 512-949-2430; email fr-jonathan-raia@austindiocese.org.

“National Vocation Awareness Week will be celebrated in our country November 6-12, 2016. Please ask Our Lord for more dedicated, holy pr iests, deacons and consecrated men and women. May they be inspired by Jesus Christ, supported by our faith community, and respond generously to God’s gift of a vocation.” (USCCB)

“Vocación nacional se celebra la Semana de concienciación en nuestro país Noviembre 6-12, 2016. Por favor pida a Nuestro Señor por más dedicados, santos sacerdotes, a los diáconos y a las personas consagradas, hombres y mujeres. Ellos pueden ser inspirado por Jesucristo, apoyado por nuestra comunidad de fe, y responder generosamente a Dios el don de la vocación".

Prayer for Vocations God our Father, we thank you for calling men and women to serve in your Son’s Kingdom as priests, deacons, and consecrated persons. Send your Holy Spirit to help others to respond generously and courageously to your call. May our community of faith support vocations of sacrificial love in our youth and young adults. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

“It is not surprising that where people pray fervently, vocations flourish.”

- Pope Benedict XVI