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Station 1 Jesus rises from the Dead | “He has been Raised” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading Then the angel said… “He has been raised just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples, ‘He has been raised from the dead, and he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him.’ Behold, I have told you.” Then they went away quickly from the tomb, fearful yet overjoyed, and ran to announce this to his disciples. (Matt 28:5a, 6b-8) Reflection On the first day of the week, at the dawning of the new creation, Jesus arose from the dead. No one saw the event, yet like the apostles, we are called to be witnesses of this central faith event. The light and power of Christ’s death and resurrection has become the pattern for our living. May we recognize Christ’s dying and rising in our midst. Silence Prayer This is the day, Lord God, that You have made! Raising Christ from the dead, and raising us with Christ, God our Father, creator of all, today is the day of overwhelming joy. The Lord appeared to those who had begun to lose hope and opened their eyes to what the Scriptures foretold: that first He must die and then rise. Amen. Station 2 The Women Discover the Empty Tomb | “He is not here” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, approached, rolled back the stone, and sat upon it. His appearance was like lightning and his clothing was white as snow. The guards were shaken with fear of him and became like dead men. Then the angel said to the women in reply, “Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he has been raised just as he said.” (Matt 28:1-6a) Reflection The empty tomb was not a proof of the resurrection, but rather a silent witness of the greatest event of our faith. Seeing the empty tomb, the disciples were motivated to seek the Risen Lord at work in their midst. They saw and believed in the continuing presence of the Lord of love. All the empty and lonely places of human life are precise! Silence Prayer God our Father, creator of all, today is the day of overwhelming joy. The Lord appeared to those who had begun to lose hope and opened their eyes to what the Scriptures foretold: that first He must die and then rise. May the Risen Lord breathe on our minds and open our eyes that we may know Him in the breaking of bread, and follow Him in His risen life. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Station 3 The Risen Lord appears to Mary Magdalene | “Rabbouni!” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading She turned around and saw Jesus there, but did not know it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you looking for?” She thought it was the gardener and said to him, “Sir, if you carried him away, tell me where you laid him, and I will take him.” Jesus said to her, “Mary!” She turned and said to him in Hebrew, “Rabbouni,” which means Teacher. Jesus said to her, “Stop holding on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. But go to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am going to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’ (John 20:14b-17a) Reflection When Mary Magdalene encounters the Risen Lord, she at first does not recognize Him, but when Jesus calls her by name she realizes that she is not speaking to a gardener, but she is speaking to the Risen Lord. When Jesus called her by name, he gave her the eyes of faith. Silence Prayer God our Father, open our hearts that we may hear you call us by name. For it is only when we open our hearts to you that we can see the Risen Lord’s presence in our lives. Illuminate our hearts that we can recognize Jesus Christ in the people arounds us, especially the poor. Amen. Station 4 Mary Magdalene Proclaims the Resurrection to the Disciples | “I have seen the Lord” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading Jesus said to her, “Go to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am going to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’ ” 18 Mary of Magdala went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord,” and what he told her. (John 20:17b-18) Reflection In the fourth gospel, Mary Magdalene is given the mission to carry the good news of the resurrection to the apostles and the disciples. Mary had been in the company of Jesus and His followers and is given the privilege to announce the hope of new life. She is known over the centuries as “the apostle to the Apostles.” Jesus called her to give a unique personal witness to her friends in the faith community. Silence Prayer God our Father, You will that all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of Your truth. Send workers into Your great harvest that the Gospel may be preached to every creature. May Your people, gathered together by the word of life and strengthened by the power of the sacraments, advance in the way of salvation. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Station 5 The Risen Lord appears on the Road to Emmaus “What are your discussing” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading Now that very day two of them were going to a village seven miles from Jerusalem called Emmaus, and they were conversing about all the things that had occurred. And it happened that while they were conversing and debating, Jesus himself drew near and walked with them, but their eyes were prevented from recognizing him. He asked them, “What are you discussing as you walk along?” They stopped, looking downcast. One of them, named Cleopas, said to him in reply, “Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know of the things that have taken place there in these days?” And he replied to them, “What sort of things?” They said to him, “The things that happened to Jesus the Nazarene, who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, how our chief priests and rulers both handed him over to a sentence of death and crucified him. But we were hoping that he would be the one to redeem Israel; and besides all this, it is now the third day since this took place. Some women from our group, however, have astounded us: they were at the tomb early in the morning and did not find his body; they came back and reported that they had indeed seen a vision of angels who announced that he was alive. Then some of those with us went to the tomb and found things just as the women had described, but him they did not see.” And he said to them, “Oh, how foolish you are! How slow of heart to believe all that the prophets spoke! Was it not necessary that the Messiah should suffer these things and enter into his glory?” Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them what referred to him in all the scriptures. (Luke 24:13-27) Reflection The Emmaus road is the story of the Christian life. These disciples were walking away from Jerusalem and the apostolic faith community in defeat and dejection. They had lost hope. We too, have moments of despair and desolation. The Risen Lord Jesus accompanies us along the road, even when we are moving in the wrong direction. Only the Lord can “break open” the Word in order to help us understand the stories of our lives, especially suffering, and read them in harmony with the pattern of the Scriptures. Only the Lord can rekindle our energy and our resolve to devote ourselves to what is most important in life. Silence Prayer Lord God, as disciples on our pilgrimage, we implore Jesus Christ: stay with us, Lord. Open our hearts to true conversion and, as we have known the Lord in the breaking of the bread, so make us witnesses of a new humanity, renewed, reconciled and at peace in Your love. Send us as heralds of the repentance and forgiveness You offer to all in the name of Jesus, who lives and reigns with You, forever and ever. Amen. Station 6 The Risen Lord is recognized in the Breaking of the Bread “They recognized him” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading As they approached the village to which they were going, he gave the impression that he was going on farther. But they urged him, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. And it happened that, while he was with them at table, he took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them. With that their eyes were opened and they recognized him, but he vanished from their sight. Then they said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning [within us] while he spoke to us on the way and opened the scriptures to us?” (Luke 24:28-32) Reflection The encounter on the road leads to the table, the breaking of the bread and the total gift of self. Recognition of the Risen Lord is always linked with the Eucharist. At the heart of our Christian life is this meal of Word and Eucharist which we celebrate every Sunday. The Risen Lord presides over all our journeys, wishing to set our hearts on fire in generous service to all people in need, near and far. The gift we have received is the gift we share. Humbly, we set out on the various roads of our lives to respond to all the hungers of the human family. Silence Prayer You are truly blessed, O God of holiness: You accompany us with love as we journey through life. Blessed too, is Your Son, Jesus Christ, who is present among us, and whose love gathers us together. As once He did for His disciples, Christ now opens the Scriptures for us and breaks the bread. May the Eucharist we celebrate guide us to the fullness of Christ’s life. We pray in the power of Christ’s Spirit, forever and ever. Amen Station 7 The Risen Lord appears to Community of the Disciples “Peace to you” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading As they approached the village to which they were going, he gave the impression that he was going on farther. But they urged him, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. And it happened that, while he was with them at table, he took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them. With that their eyes were opened and they recognized him, but he vanished from their sight. Then they said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning [within us] while he spoke to us on the way and opened the scriptures to us?” (Luke 24:28-32) Reflection The encounter on the road leads to the table, the breaking of the bread and the total gift of self. Recognition of the Risen Lord is always linked with the Eucharist. At the heart of our Christian life is this meal of Word and Eucharist which we celebrate every Sunday. The Risen Lord presides over all our journeys, wishing to set our hearts on fire in generous service to all people in need, near and far. The gift we have received is the gift we share. Humbly, we set out on the various roads of our lives to respond to all the hungers of the human family. Silence Prayer You are truly blessed, O God of holiness: You accompany us with love as we journey through life. Blessed too, is Your Son, Jesus Christ, who is present among us, and whose love gathers us together. As once He did for His disciples, Christ now opens the Scriptures for us and breaks the bread. May the Eucharist we celebrate guide us to the fullness of Christ’s life. We pray in the power of Christ’s Spirit, forever and ever. Amen Station 8 The Risen Lord breathes Peace and gives the Power to Forgive | “If you forgive then they are forgiven” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading On the evening of that first day of the week, when the doors were locked, where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. [Jesus] said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.” (John 20:19b-23) Reflection Even though the doors of the Upper Room were bolted shut, the Risen Lord pierced through all fear and united the hearts of the disciples with the gift of peace. Deep inner peace is the root and source of the peace and joy that the world cannot give. The Risen Lord calls us to seek peace always through a non-violent commitment to conflict resolution and thus transform the world, relationship by relationship. Silence Prayer God of perfect peace, violence and cruelty can have no part of You. May those who are at peace with one another hold fast to the good will that unites them; may those who are enemies forget their hatred and be healed. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Station 9 The Risen Lord strengthens the faith of Thomas “Believe!” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading Thomas, called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples said to him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands and put my finger into the nailmarks and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.” Now a week later his disciples were again inside and Thomas was with them. Jesus came, although the doors were locked, and stood in their midst and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands, and bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving, but believe.” Thomas answered and said to him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you come to believe because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” (John 20:24-29) Reflection The story of Thomas is important because it is through Thomas’ example that we realize that doubt can be a part of faith. Too easily we call him “Doubting Thomas,” and forgetting that after examining the nail marks, he fully embraced the Risen One as his Lord and Savior. Thomas’ doubt was transformed into a lively faith. We too, are called to believe, knowing full well that our faith may be tested by doubt and fear. As disciples who desire an everdeeper faith, we are patient and understanding with those who are struggling, searching, and seeking like Thomas. Silence Prayer Heavenly Father and God of mercy, we no longer look for Jesus among the dead, for He is alive and has become the Lord of life. From the waters of death You raise us up with Him and renew Your gift of life within us. Increase in our minds and hearts the risen life we share with Christ and help us to grow as Your people toward the fullness of eternal life with you. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Station 10 The Risen Lord Forgives Peter and Entrusts him to Feed his Sheep |“Feed my Sheep!” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” He then said to him a second time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Tend my sheep.” He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was distressed that he had said to him a third time, “Do you love me?” and he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” [Jesus] said to him, “Feed my sheep. Amen, amen, I say to you, when you were younger, you used to dress yourself and go where you wanted; but when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will dress you and lead you where you do not want to go.” He said this signifying by what kind of death he would glorify God. And when he had said this, he said to him, “Follow me.” (John 21:15-19) Reflection The Risen Lord directs His attention to Peter whose embarrassing three-fold denial was still ringing in his heart. The questions posed by Jesus help Peter to find reconciliation and to embrace his new mission to tend and feed the sheep. Their encounter reminds us that forgiveness is always available, even for the most serious of mistakes we can make. This warm embrace of forgiveness strengthens our resolve to be reconcilers and healers in the Spirit of Jesus. Only love can overcome guilt and deception. Only love and forgiveness can make us whole. Silence Prayer Father, fill our hearts with the fire of Your love and the desire to ensure justice for our brothers and sisters. By sharing the good things You give us, may we secure justice and equality for every human being, an end to all division, and a human society built on love and peace. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Station 11 The Risen Lord Sends the Disciples into the World “Go to all nations” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading The eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had ordered them. When they saw him, they worshiped, but they doubted. Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Mat 28:16-20) Reflection From the mountaintop, the Risen Lord gives the “Great Commission” to the disciples to reach out to the ends of the earth. We realize that we are the recipients of this faith-filled mission: our ancestors embraced the faith of the apostles, who were the original witnesses of the resurrection. The greatest response we can give to such a legacy is our dedication to a new evangelization of our contemporary culture. We must allow the Risen Lord to reinvigorate our whole way of living, helping us to reevaluate every aspect of our lives with the values of the Kingdom of God. Silence Prayer God of all creation, whose mighty power raised Jesus from the dead, be present to this community of disciples whom You have called to the hope of a glorious inheritance among the saints. Strengthen us in the power of the Spirit to go and make disciples of all nations, to obey everything that Jesus Christ has commanded us, and to know that He is with us always until the end of the age, interceding on our behalf, living and reigning with You in the power of the Holy Spirit, now and forevermore. Amen. Station 12 The Risen Lord Ascends into Heaven | “He was lifted up” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading When they had gathered together they asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” He answered them, “It is not for you to know the times or seasons that the Father has established by his own authority. But you will receive power when the holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, throughout Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” When he had said this, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him from their sight. While they were looking intently at the sky as he was going, suddenly two men dressed in white garments stood beside them. They said, “Men of Galilee, why are you standing there looking at the sky? This Jesus who has been taken up from you into heaven will return in the same way as you have seen him going into heaven.” (Acts 1:6-11) Reflection The Scriptures do not portray the Ascension as a day of sadness. While still looking up at the skies, the disciples were consoled by the continuing presence of the Lord. They return to the familiar surroundings of the Upper Room, with Mary, the mother of the Lord, to pray in anticipation of their mission. In this “original novena,” we continue to implore the Risen Lord to be the center of our lives and to keep us focused as a jubilant pilgrim people. Silence Prayer Eternal God, clothe us now with Your power. With the eyes of our hearts enlightened, may we come to understand the immeasurable greatness of Your power at work in us who believe. In that strength, may we boldly pronounce the Good News of our salvation to everyone. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Station 13 Mary and the Apostles keep Vigil in the Upper Room “With one heart they prayed” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a sabbath day’s journey away. When they entered the city they went to the upper room where they were staying, Peter and John and James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. All these devoted themselves with one accord to prayer, together with some women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers. (Acts 1:12-14) Reflection Throughout the history of the Church, there have been apostolic movements dedicated to prayerful contemplation, and others resulting in transforming action. As we have crossed the threshold into a new millennium, we look to the “Upper Room” as a symbolic place where we return over and over again, so that we can become “contemplatives in action.” As persons who are both prayerful and energetic in service to the Gospel, we must always keep vigil for the advent of the Risen Lord, with the flame of faith alive in our hearts. Only the Lord can refresh our spirits and renew us in the ministries that flow from our Baptism and Confirmation. Silence Prayer Father most holy, see Your Church gathered here in prayerful worship like the first disciples and Mary in the Upper Room. Grant that we may accomplish, in the joy of the Holy Spirit, all that You give us to do in the world. May we gladly share in Christ’s sufferings so as to rejoice when His glory is revealed. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Station 14 The Risen Lord sends the Holy Spirit “Filled with the Holy Spirit” ALL: We adore You, O Risen Christ, and we bless You. Because by Your resurrection, You have given life to the world. Reading When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled, they were all in one place together. And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were. Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim. (Acts 2:1-4) Reflection The power of the Holy Spirit drives the disciples from the Upper Room into the streets and marketplace. The Spirit compels them to take the message everywhere, in places familiar and unfamiliar, not stopping until they reach the ends of the world. We have been clothed with the same Spirit. We are called to be evangelizers and witnesses, near and far, wherever we go. The Spirit always goes before us, preparing the way and strengthening our hearts to be generous servants of the Risen Lord who ever guides us. Pentecost is an enduring and continuing event. We implore the Holy Spirit to renew the face of the earth by renewing us. Silence Prayer Father in heaven, through this spiritual journey, You have reminded us of the fullness of the mystery of Your revealed love. See Your people gathered in prayer, open to receive the Spirit’s flame. May it come to rest in our hearts and disperse the divisions of word and tongue. With one voice and one song, may we praise Your name in joy and thanksgiving. Grant this through Christ our Lord, and in the power of the Spirit, both now and forevermore. Amen. The Way of Light The Way of Light (Or Stations of the Resurrection) is a devotion that continues the narrative told by the traditional Stations of the Cross.

Penitencia La confesión es un sacramento instituido por Jesucristo en su amor y misericordia para ofrecer a los pecadores el perdón de las ofensas contra Dios y contra vuestros hermanos y hermanas. La confesión trae reconciliación entre Dios y el penitente, entre el penitente y los demás, y al penitente individual. Fuente: Catedral del Santísimo Sacramento Adults seeking information for the Sacrament of Reconciliation please contact: David Walsh, Dir. RCIA, RCIA@ssjwoodlands.com For more information about the Sacrament of Reconciliation for children, please visit our SSJ First Sacraments Page Penitencia en la Iglesia Penitencia El acto de contrición preparación Examen de conciencia. Rezar Expresar verdadero dolor. Confesar Confiar en Dios para perdonar. Penitencia El acto de contrición Penitencia El acto de contrición Horario de confesiones Tenemos confesiones en la Iglesia (no se necesita cita previa) Miércoles a las 11-11:45 am y 12:30 pm (antes y después de la misa del mediodía) Sábado a las (10:30 am-11:30 am español) y 4 pm (antes de la Misa de 5 pm) Santiago 5:16 Por tanto, confesaos vuestros pecados unos a otros y orad unos por otros para que seáis sanados. La oración de una persona justa es poderosa y eficaz.

Consejos Nuestros consejos están ahí para apoyar a aquellos que buscan servir a su comunidad. Consejo de Familia Un grupo activo de familias que planifican eventos comunitarios para la parroquia, como Mardi Gras, el Domingo de la Divina Misericordia, Splash Bash/Bendición de mochila, Escuela bíblica de vacaciones y Christmas Drive in Movie Night. Consulte los eventos página para obtener información adicional. Presidentes: Robbie y Rina Villarrealvillarrealr@ssjwoodlands.com Consejo Filipino Americano Comparta la cultura filipina a través de eventos y actividades familiares como Simbang Gabi, el Día de la Fiesta de Santo Niño y la Coronación de María para integrar las tradiciones en la forma en que adoran y sirven al Señor y a la comunidad. Consulte la página de eventos para obtener información adicional. Presidente: Gigi Siton, gsiton@holisticptclinic.com Consejo de Finanzas Un grupo de feligreses que representan a cada una de las cinco comisiones que revisan las finanzas mensuales de la iglesia y ayudan a desarrollar el presupuesto. Moderadora: Nancy DeMatteo,n.demateo@yahoo.com Consejo Hispano Trabajamos no solo para compartir nuestras culturas y tradiciones, sino también para invitar a otros a tener estas experiencias durante todo el año, como Las Posadas, la celebración de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, estudios de las Escrituras y Misas semanales en español. Por favor Consulte la página de eventos para obtener información adicional. Moderador: Luis Bravo Arias,l.ariasbravo@yahoo.com.mx Consejo de mayordomía Un grupo de feligreses que se esfuerzan por educar y desarrollar a todos los feligreses en su compromiso con la administración del tiempo, el talento y el tesoro. Las reuniones son según sea necesario. christine chapman,chapmanc@ssjwoodlands.com

What is Mission: Apostle II? M: A-II is our two-year parish priority plan that invites YOU, our SSJ Community, to participate in the future of our parish! How do I get involved? SSJ will be hosting a variety of events this summer to help YOU, put ACTS in Action and grow as a disciple of the LORD. ACTS In Action Summer Activities Ongoing Eucharistic Revival Badge Grow in your Catholicity by attending 12 Masses, preferably consecutively, & earn the Central Patch of the Eucharistic Revival Badge. Family Prayer Time Bring your family together in a time of prayer and grow the domestic Church by engaging in one of our devotions hosted here at SSJ, including one of our three traveling statues, creating a home altar, and much more! Formation Toward Christian Ministry (FTCM) Calling all Catholic adults who want to deepen their commitment to Jesus and more fully answer their baptismal call to service as a mature disciple. FTCM is here for you. This Program offers basic theology and spiritual development taught by approved instructors with Master's or Doctoral degrees in theological disciplines. Learn More Here. FORMED.ORG Unlock the power of faith with a diverse selection of Catholic Movies, Audio Books, Podcasts, Shows, and more! All parishioners of SSJ have a Free Membership! Use yours TODAY! Summer Open Gym Mondays from 5-7 PM Kids and Parents are invited to beat the heat this summer with our open gym on Mondays! 1st Friday Volleyball & Fish-Fry May 31 | July 5 | Agust 2 at 5 PM Begin the month right with a Fish fry and an evening of Volleyball with the family. St. Jerome's Library Summer Hours: Sunday (10:30 AM - 1 PM), Wednesday (9 AM - 12 PM) Kids and Parents are invited to beat the heat this summer with our open gym on Mondays! Food Pantry Service Summer Hours: Sunday (After 11:30 Mass), Wednesday (Evenings) June Guardian Angel Closet Clothes Sorting June 1 after 8:30 AM Mass in the Ministry House Help us clothe those in need by sorting the clothes within the Guardian Angel Clothes closet. Solemnity of the Sacred Heart June 7 at 5 PM in the Church The Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary is a crusade to establish the Social Reign of the Sacred Heart and the Immaculate Heart in society through the family. Live Christ Share Christ Retreat June 8 at 8:30 AM in the Church, followed by retreat in the Event Center SSJ University | CIVILIZE IT June 26 at 7:30 pm In Domec Hall Pope Francis calls for "A better kind of politics". This SSJ Univesity is your opportunity to begin building better politics. Join us during welcome Wednesday for a meal followed by a talk about a Catholic perspective on political discourse. Freedom Festival: Concert & Day-of-Service Day One (June 28): Concert, Day Two (June 29): Day-of-Service Day One: Celebrate our religious freedom with returning guest PJ Anderson! Day Two: Join us for a Day of Service starting with Mass at 8:30 AM, followed by breakfast and service starting in the Event Center August Splash Bash & Pajama Drive August 17 from 6-10 PM The Family Council is proud to present this annual day of fun and adventure at the Rob Fleming Aquatic Center. The Knights of Columbus Council #17653 will be providing a meal during the festivities! Please bring NEW pajamas to be provided to the Guardian Angel Closet for those in need (4T-14 Kids) The way we answer the call to discipleship by following the model Christ gave us of serving others. The way we deepen our relationship with God through prayerful study to better understand and fulfill His will for our lives. Christ as Church, beginning with the parish. The way we live and participate in the One Body of Christ as Church, beginning with the parish. The way we respond through prayer and worship to receiving God’s gifts of grace, mercy, and love. How can I put ACTS in Action? This conference is just the first step. We are going to come together table by table to dream up our future for the parish with A.C.T.S. in mind!

Ministerios Vocacionales Invierte tu talento para cumplir tu vocación. Comenzamos por el camino de invertir nuestros talentos al participar en un ministerio aquí en la iglesia mientras discernimos cómo Dios nos está llamando. La parroquia puede ayudarlo a encontrar un ministerio y recibir formación para crecer en las habilidades necesarias para cumplir con su vocación. Además de la Misa, nuestra parroquia brinda muchas oportunidades para que inviertas un poco de tiempo para conectarte con Cristo. La forma más fácil de crecer en nuestra fe es compartirla con los demás. Ministerios Litúrgicos Los miembros de los ministerios litúrgicos sirven a la parroquia antes/durante y después de la Misa. Cada posición Ver la página de Ministerios Litúrgicos Ministerios de la Hospitalidad Próximamente, en breve, pronto Ministerios de Formación Próximamente, en breve, pronto Administración "Como cada uno ha recibido un don, utilícelo para servirse unos a otros como buenos administradores de la multiforme gracia de Dios. .” (1 Pedro 4:10) Consejo de mayordomía El propósito de este consejo es educar y desarrollar a todos los feligreses en su compromiso con la administración del tiempo, el talento y el tesoro. Si está interesado en aprender más, comuníquese con: Christine Chapmanchapmanc@ssjwoodlands.com . Ministerios de Alcance Use este espacio para escribir una breve descripción de este grupo específico y el rol y las responsabilidades de la persona líder. Árbol de ángel Extender el espíritu de la Navidad proporcionando regalos a las personas necesitadas. El programa comienza el fin de semana anterior al Día de Acción de Gracias y finaliza con la entrega de los regalos el primer fin de semana de diciembre. helena mckee, hlmdevmckee@gmail.com Donación de sangre Donar sangre es un acto de caridad y misericordia. Demuestra una voluntad de ayudar a los demás. El Ministerio de Donación de Sangre brinda una oportunidad para que los feligreses de SSJ participen fomentando, organizando y apoyando la donación de sangre para los necesitados. Marzo, julio y noviembre los domingos de 8:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. (consulte el boletín para conocer las fechas) Gretchen Hartley– Duffy, ghartley06@gmail.com Gestión de emergencias SSJ es uno de los principales refugios del condado de Montgomery y funciona como socio de la Cruz Roja Americana. Durante desastres como huracanes, inundaciones y otros fenómenos meteorológicos, el refugio puede activarse para ayudar con alojamiento, registro y suministro comidas. La necesidad de voluntarios capacitados es necesaria. Formación impartida por Cruz Roja. Si está interesado en convertirse en un voluntario capacitado en refugios, comuníquese con Jim Burkett al jfburk@sbcglobal.net Armario del ángel de la guarda Ver la página del armario del ángel guardián Habitat para la humanidad Ofrezca su tiempo y talento para 'construir un mundo donde todos tengan un lugar para vivir'. Buscando poner el amor de Dios en acción, Hábitat para la Humanidad une a las personas para construir hogares, comunidades y esperanza. Trabajamos en Conroe, en una casa por año, comenzando en otoño y terminando en primavera, trabajando dos sábados cada mes. También puede ayudar proporcionando el desayuno o el almuerzo los días laborables. David Vogt,dc.vogt@earthlink.net Ministerio Panes y Peces Servimos a los más necesitados de nuestra comunidad en el sureste de Texas, incluidos los condados de Harris y Montgomery. El enfoque principal ha sido ayudar a preparar y servir almuerzos calientes dos veces al mes en el comedor de beneficencia católico Loaves & Fishes en el centro de Houston. The Soup Kitchen es una organización benéfica católica y entregamos zapatos, calcetines, ropa y rosarios a las personas sin hogar varias veces al año. El Ministerio también está realizando actividades con Compassion United y Miracle City en Conroe, posiblemente ayudando en Breakfast in the Park para las personas sin hogar y ayudando a medida que Miracle City crece "Alimentando a los hambrientos con el amor de Dios". Horario de servicio: 1.er y 3.er miércoles de cada mes, de 9 a 12 p. m., Bill Grattendick,desotowag@sbcglobal.net Ministerio de prisiones Ministerio de Visitas a Prisiones: Visitas a presos en una prisión estatal en las afueras de Huntsville. Oficina Parroquial SSJ al: 281-367-9885 Ministerio de Prisión Pen Pal: Corresponde con reclusos en el sistema penitenciario estatal. Lisa Naeger, naegerlisa@gmail.com respetar la vida Ver página de Respeto a la Vida Administrativo Estos ministerios funcionan bajo la Comisión de Administración/Mayordomía del Consejo Pastoral. Comité de Proyecto de Instalaciones Los miembros de este comité tendrán áreas de especialización relacionadas con las operaciones de instalaciones y/o paisajismo para que puedan evaluar y supervisar proyectos en todo el campus. Todos los proyectos serán aprobados por ellos para asegurar la continuidad y la alineación con la misión parroquial. Coordinador de Instalaciones: David Vogt, dc.vogt@earthlink.net EXCAVADORES@SSJ El propósito de este ministerio es proporcionar espacios naturales y hermosos para que los feligreses e invitados caminen, reflexionen y oren mientras avanzan por el camino hacia el apostolado. Use su 'pulgar verde' y aprenda más sobre la flora y la fauna mientras comparte con otros feligreses. Comuníquese con Christine Chapman al Chapmanc@ssjwoodlands.com Contadores de dinero Semanalmente, este grupo se reunirá y contará el ofertorio del fin de semana y lo preparará para el depósito. Póngase en contacto con LuAnn Galik en lagalik54@gmail.com Equipo de estacionamiento Parte de estar en comunión con otros feligreses es cuidarse unos a otros. Este equipo de feligreses saludará y dará la bienvenida a otros a SSJ, mientras los recoge y entrega a los que lo necesitan, en carro a Misa. Comuníquese con Christine Chapman al Chapmanc@ssjwoodlands.com

St. Raphael Group A group for the singles of Sts. Simon & Jude Parish to make new friends to attend activities, events, and volunteer opportunities with. St. Raphael group is a social group for Catholic singles and friends ages 30 & up to make friends with others from the church and have someone to meet for fun activities or to volunteer and serve together. The group is intended as a place to build friendships and community. Join our GroupMe group to get connected and find out about our next activity. The GroupMe app is currently our main source of communication; however, we also send emails for our bigger planned events. If you would like to receive emails about upcoming social and volunteer events, or if you have any questions, reach out to Caroline: 832-515-8984 Join our GroupMe Chat! Download the app, then click here to join. or use the QR code! Start Now IMG_0563 IMG_2374 IMG_0953 IMG_0563 1/20 Coming Up Next Come to our next social gathering! Kirby Ice House Social - St. Raphael Group St. Raphael Singles & Friends Group of SSJ invites you to join us for a social outing at Kirby Ice House! Cuándo 12 sept 2025, 17:00 – 19:00 Dónde The Woodlands, 1700 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380, USA Detalles

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Acerca de Nuestra Parroquia La parroquia Saints Simon and Jude comenzó en 1979, cuando el obispo Fiorenza envió al reverendo monseñor Charles C. Domec (1931-2013, ordenado el 26 de mayo de 1956) a The Woodlands para plantar una iglesia y unir a las personas para construir una comunidad en la fe católica. Fue todo un desafío el que tuvo. Con la guía del Espíritu Santo y el liderazgo de décadas de feligreses devotos, la Iglesia Católica original en The Woodlands se ha convertido en una vibrante voz de fe con su gente trabajando unida para seguir haciendo crecer su amada parroquia. Hoy, el reverendo Patrick Garrett continúa liderando nuestra fe católica. “Nuestra fe es un misterio, eso es lo que significa la fe. Especialmente nuestra fe católica. Es un misterio construido sobre misterios. Es un misterio acerca de nosotros entrando en los misterios, acerca de cómo desarrollamos nuestra relación con Cristo al entrar en el Cuerpo de Cristo desde nuestros corazones ya través de un cambio en nuestras vidas. No se trata de lo que está en nuestra cabeza, se trata de lo que está en nuestro corazón.” - Padre Pat Garrett Conozca a nuestro equipo Nuestra misión “Id, pues, y haced discípulos” acogiendo a todos en nuestra Comunidad Eucarística donde crecemos en nuestro conocimiento, amor y servicio a Dios, para salir adelante proclamando la Buena Nueva. Santos Simón y Judas Tanto Simón como Judas eran hombres comunes que fueron escogidos por el mismo Jesús para enseñar a otros sobre el amor de Dios y para “hacer discípulos a todas las naciones” (Mateo 28:19). Sus vidas nos ayudan a comprender que incluso las personas más comunes pueden convertirse en santos cuando deciden seguir a Jesús. Ambos hombres fueron conocidos por otros nombres durante sus vidas. Simón era a menudo llamado “el Fanático”. Un fanático es una persona que está fuertemente comprometida con algo. En el caso de Simon, él creía firmemente en la importancia de que las personas siguieran la ley judía. Una vez que conoció a Jesús, su vida cambió y se convenció de que lo más importante era seguir a Jesús y sus enseñanzas. Creemos que otra razón por la que Simón tenía un apodo era para evitar que la gente lo confundiera con el otro apóstol llamado Simón, al que Jesús llamó Pedro. Jude también era conocido como "Jude Thaddeus". La gente usaba este título formal para que no lo confundieran con Judas, el apóstol que traicionó a Jesús y lo entregó para que lo arrestaran. Jude es el santo patrón de los casos desesperados y las situaciones desesperadas. La gente a menudo le reza a Jude cuando siente que no hay nadie más a quien acudir. Le piden a Judas que lleve su problema a Jesús. Debido a que Judas tenía una fe tan grande, sabemos que nada es imposible para los que creen en el Señor. Simón y Judas viajaron juntos para enseñar a otros acerca de Jesús. Debido a los relatos de sus testigos oculares sobre los milagros de Jesús y su muerte y resurrección, muchas personas se hicieron creyentes y se bautizaron. Simon y Jude murieron por su fe el mismo día en Beirut. Posteriormente, el cuerpo de Judas fue devuelto a Roma, donde fue enterrado en una cripta debajo de la basílica de San Pedro. Honramos a nuestros santos en su fiesta, el 28 de octubre. Fuente:santosresource.com Pedro 4: 10 Como cada uno ha recibido un don, utilícenlo para servirse unos a otros como buenos administradores de la multiforme gracia de Dios. cinco comisiones Todos los ministerios parroquiales, organizaciones y pequeñas comunidades caen bajo una de las cinco áreas de comisión. Cada área de comisión está representada por uno o dos feligreses y un miembro del personal como parte del Consejo Pastoral de la iglesia. Este grupo de personas ayuda al p. Pat mueva las prioridades hacia la misión de la iglesia a través de la comunicación a su grupo de comisión. Administrador/Administración Comisión La vida de un “mayordomo cristiano” modela la vida de Jesús, y nos comprometemos a seguir totalmente a Cristo y responder "¡sí!" A la vocación y los talentos que Dios nos ha dado. Administración para la eternidad. Saber Comisión Necesitamos conocer a Dios y entenderlo a Él y sus caminos, para promover el crecimiento de por vida en el conocimiento, vivir el credo y compartir nuestra fe. Aprende más Amor Comisión Necesitamos la ayuda y el apoyo de otros para crecer espiritualmente. Necesitamos promover el AMOR, con un ambiente acogedor para inculcar un sentido de pertenencia y compromiso en nuestra comunidad parroquial. y familias Aprende más Atender Comisión Debemos dedicarnos al servicio de dios. Servimos a Dios por la forma en que vivimos, servimos sirviéndonos unos a otros. Aprende más Culto Comisión Desarrollar una relación personal con Dios a través de la adoración, la oración y la reflexión. Aprende más

Get connected to St. SImon and Jude Church as a parishioner. Serving the parish joining the choir, being an altar servant or by becoming part of a liturgical ministry. Ministerios de primer servicio Los Ministerios First Serve son aquellos que usted, como feligrés, puede querer hacer para conectarse con su iglesia. Es posible que no haya sido parte de un ministerio antes, por lo que está ofreciendo parte de su valioso tiempo para servir a su parroquia. Estos ministerios generalmente no requieren mucho tiempo, solo su compromiso y disposición para servirle. Ministerio litúrgico Convertirse en parte de un Ministerio Litúrgico es muy especial porque usted está sirviendo a su iglesia, de alguna manera, durante la Misa diaria o de fin de semana. Cada Ministerio Litúrgico tiene un requisito mínimo de haber completado al menos su Primera Comunión , otros pueden requerir un poco más. Obtenga más información en nuestra página del Ministerio Litúrgico Ministerio de Formación Próximamente, en breve, pronto Ministerio del Servicio de Hostelería Próximamente, en breve, pronto Ministerio de Música Practicá de Coro Jueves 1:00 pm (Coro de adultos de 9:30 am) y 7:00 pm (Misa de 11:30 am/familia) Sábados 4:00 pm para grupo de guitarra contemporánea y 6:00 pm para misa en español Domingos 9:00 am, 11:00 am y 1:00 pm (Español) Siempre buscando cantantes e instrumentistas. Póngase en contacto con Donna Finney,finneyd@ssjwoodlands.com

SSJ | Misiones de Semana Santa ¿Quién puede asistir a las Misiones? Alguna vez yone! Misiones de Semana Santa (6-8 de abril) está abierto a todos los feligreses de SSJ, fam ilies, tú h, parejas e individuos. También damos la bienvenida a todosfeligreses de otro parroquias en Houston Norte que quieren vivir la Semana Santa de manera diferente y servir a Dios a través de la evangelización y el servicio a los demás. Póngase en contacto con el director de la misión, Matthieu Billès, enssjmissions@gmail.com Registro próximamente Monetary Donations Collections For any questions, please contact the Mission Director Javier Suarez at missions@ssjwoodlands.com More Information Click through the booklet above using the arrow in the bottom, right-hand corner to learn more about the schedule, registration, and missions! Holy Week Missions 2024 Watch the video above to check out our Holy Week Missions from last year! See the incredible impact we made as a parish community, serving others and growing together in faith. Through acts of service, prayer, and fellowship, we experienced the true meaning of Holy Week in a powerful way. Don't miss out on being part of this year’s mission! Safe Environment Training Have you done your Safe Environment Training? Click he re for a Step-by-Step gui de! *Re quired for Kids & Youth Volunteers /Chaperones ¿Qué son las Misiones? Holy Week Missions is an evangelization project that transforms the lives of missionaries, families, and the people whom we serve. Missionaries bring the message of Christ to the world during the most sacred weeks of our Catholic Church; Holy Week and Easter Week. SSJ organizes Holy Week missions coordinated by a group of parishioners, supported by Mission Youth. We have thousands of missionaries throughout the United States performing wonderful works of mercy. Lo que hacemos por las misiones Evangelization and Service Missions: From helping with Easter Basket preparation, preparing and serving food for homeless at Loaves & Fishes (limited attendance), Sock and Shoes sorting and collection, clothes sorting, Door to Door, nursing home visits with Adopt a Grand-Parent, Cross Walk at Waterway and maintenance work of our parish… there are multiple ways to help and be part of our mercy missions. L & F | Calcetines y zapatos Recogida de calcetines y zapatos durante la Cuaresma donados por los feligreses de SSJ. Clasificando durante el Viernes Santo por los misioneros y entregando el Sábado Santo a los Desamparados en el Centro de Houston, un lavatorio de pies. Armario del ángel de la guarda Recogida de ropa todo el año y durante la Cuaresma, clasificación del armario SSJ el Viernes Santo, reparto de ropa y encuentro con las familias necesitadas el Sábado Santo. Canasta de Pascua Recogida de alimentos durante la Cuaresma donados por los feligreses de SSJ, embalaje el Viernes Santo por parte de los misioneros y entrega a domicilio el Sábado Santo a 50 familias, oración con ellos. Limpieza del campus: se requiere trabajo de mantenimiento en SSJ Parish, desde limpiar el patio, lavar a presión algunas áreas o colocar mesas y hacer una limpieza general limpieza del plantel Puerta a puerta Camine por el barrio, alcance y evangelice a nuestra comunidad promoviendo actividades de SSJ, misas de Pascua, etc. Paso de peatones en el canal El Sábado Santo, todos los jóvenes y familias misioneras se reunirán en la vía fluvial y harán un paso de peatones, rezando el rosario y cantando. Los jóvenes solicitarán intenciones de oración cuando nos encontremos con personas y caminemos cerca del canal para terminar en el parque para un evento de clausura. ¡Compartiremos testimonios, oraremos y nos divertiremos! Adopta a un abuelo ¡Pasa tiempo con los ancianos, visita los hogares de ancianos el Sábado Santo con un grupo de Jóvenes y familias, juega con los ancianos, canta y diviértete con ellos! Otras Misiones Guerreros de oración: Un líder misionero guiará la misión de oración, se realizará en SSJ y orará por las intenciones de los misioneros y Semana Santa Sentir corazón: Un grupo de damas nos ayudará a coser hermosos corazones que luego se agregarán a la Canasta de Pascua y también se entregarán a las personas sin hogar. Pista para niños (5-11) Kids Missions tendrá una pista especial y tendrá la oportunidad de unirse a las actividades de los niños en la iglesia durante el tiempo de las misiones en el sitio. Actividades especialmente organizadas para nuestros misioneros más jóvenes, dibujar, cantar, jugar al aire libre, cine, todo sobre la Semana Santa. Pista juvenil (12-18) Las Misiones Juveniles tendrán un grupo de Niños y Niñas de Secundaria y Secundaria que serán dirigidos por adultos y sacerdotes. Combinarán Misiones de Servicio con Misiones Evangelizadoras y tendrán diferentes charlas específicamente para jóvenes.

Print Out Planner The Spiritual Fitness Planner is a guide to help you grow in faith through ACTS—Adoration, Community, Theology, and Service. It’s designed to encourage spiritual growth by setting personal goals and actively participating in church and community activities. The plan uses the ACTS pyramid as a visual tool to track progress, starting with Adoration as the foundation and building toward Service at the top. By engaging in activities marked with faith icons in the bulletin, website, and Flocknote, you'll deepen your relationship with God and others. Steps to get Started Pick Up or Print Your Planner: Grab a copy of the Spiritual Fitness Planner in the narthex or download and print it online from the Sts. Simon & Jude website. Get Your Monthly Points Tracking Sheet: Pick up your tracking sheet in the narthex or download it online to monitor your monthly progress. Watch for Faith Icons: Look for activities marked with ACTS faith icons in the weekly bulletin, on the SSJ website, and in Flocknote updates. Each icon corresponds to Adoration, Community, Theology, or Service, making it easy to choose activities that align with your spiritual goals. Set Your Goals: Use the planner to outline your monthly spiritual fitness goals, focusing on activities in each ACTS category. Track Your Progress: Record completed activities and shade in the ACTS Pyramid as you reach your goals. This visual tool helps you see your growth throughout the month. Join the Journey: Participate in group activities and church events to strengthen your faith alongside your SSJ community.

Preparatoria: Life Nights (9no- 12vo) Visión: Responder al llamado de Dios a la santidad convirtiéndonos en la próxima generación de santos. Misión: Acompañar al joven en su vida y misión como parte del Cuerpo Místico de Cristo. Formación de Fe, Retiros, y preguntas sobre el Programa de Jóvenes: Coordinador de Ministerio de Jóvenes: Rufino Brillantes brillantesr@ssjwoodlands.com Rachel Alcocer at alcocerr@ssjwoodlands.com . CONSENTIMIENTO DE LOS PADRES O GUARDIANES Y CONSENTIMIENTO MEDICO Calendario de Actividades del Ministerio de Jóvenes 2023 – 2024 (PDF) Programa de “Life Night”: Primer Año de Formación (9no) y Segundo Año de formación (10vo) Dia: Domingo Horario: 4:00 PM a 5:30 PM Why join these Life Night Sessions? Why come to Life Nights? Why join the SSJ Community? Fall High School Retreat 2025 Enlace de Inscripción Christmas Eve Preludes & Caroling December 24, 2025 @ 8:30PM - Signup Cena y Baile del Dia de San Valentín 2023 Primer Viernes de Cuaresma 2023 Fish Fry, Sombras del Vía Crucis y Adoración Empaque de Comida con el Ministerio “Cross Catholic Outreach” Los jóvenes junto a varias familias armaron y empaquetaron despensas de comida que se enviarán a familias en necesitad en el extranjero. Este año Cross Catholic Outreach enviará la comida a Guatemala.