SSJ | Holy Week Missions
Who can attend Missions? Everyone!
Holy Week Missions (April 17-19) is open to all SSJ parishioners, families, youth, couples, and individuals. We also welcome all parishioners from other parishes in North Houston who want to live Holy Week differently and serve God through evangelization and service to others.
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!
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What are Missions?
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.
What We Do for Missions
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.
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Homeless Care
Volunteering at Breakfast in the Park, The Beacon, Open Door Mission, Beyond Bridges, and Loaves and Fishes, distributing socks and shoes and serving food to those in need.
Bill Grattendick | 832-493-1081
Guardian Angel Closet
On Good Friday, we will be sorting clothes to curate a special clothing selection for families in need. Then, on Holy Saturday, we’ll host a full Kids’ Event featuring bounce houses, popcorn, ice cream, arts and crafts, and more. The families will also have the opportunity to receive their hand-picked clothes, offering them both practical support and a fun day for their children.
Carolina Henriquez | 508-202-8017
Easter Basket
We collect food donations, which missionaries pack on Good Friday. On Holy Saturday, we deliver Easter Baskets to 75 families and pray with them.
Samira Collado | 901-485-7699
During Holy Week Missions, we will serve at H-Town Dream Center, Casa Bonita, and Nery’s Promise, three organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities. H-Town Dream Center provides shelter, resources, and recovery programs for survivors of human trafficking and those in crisis. Casa Bonita offers transitional housing and support for women and children in need. Nery’s Promise serves underprivileged families by providing food, education, and essential resources. Join us as we bring hope and assistance to those who need it most!
Matthieu Billes | 832-948-2046
At-Risk Communities
Door to Door
Knock door-to-door to evangelize our community and promote Easter Masses and SSJ activities.
Hector Vallejo | 813-478-6801
Crosswalk at the Waterway
On Holy Saturday, all youth and family missionaries will meet at the waterway for a procession- praying the Rosary and singing. Youth will request prayer intentions as we meet people and walk along the Waterway. We will close Holy Week Missions at the park with testimonies, pray, and fun!
Letty Tamayo | 832-563-8519
Adopt a Grandparent
Spend time with the elderly, visit nursing homes on Good Friday and Holy Saturday with a group of Youth and families, play games with elders, songs and have a good time with them!
Valentina Acosta | 580-606-8448
Other Missions
Prayer Warriors: One of the most beautiful mission; group of missionaries that will pray at church for missionaries prayer intention, participate to the Rosary marathon, between other activities. Prayer Warrior Schedule
Priscilla Mendez | 956-239-2242
Hands with Hearts: A group of ladies will help us to sew lovely hearts that will then be added to the Easter Basket and also delivered to Homeless
Campus Beautification: Cleaning up the SSJ campus by raking, weeding, and planting around the campus.
Kids Track (5-11)
Kids Missions will have a special track and will have the opportunity to join kids’ activities at church during the onsite missions time.
Activities specially organized for our youngest missionaries include drawing, singing, playing outside, movies, and other Easter fun!
Paty Tamez | 210-279-2809
Kids Track Schedule
Youth Track (12-18)
The Youth Track will have a group of Junior High School and High School Boys and Girls that will be led by adults and priests. They will combine Service Missions with Evangelizing Missions and will have different talks specifically for youth. This year, High Schoolers will have 2 overnight mission at SSJ on Holy Thursday and Good Friday