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Second Sunday of Easter

Divine Mercy Sunday

April 27, 2025

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My Sunday Offering

By contributing to the Sunday Offertory, together we can help further the mission of Saint William.

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News in the Parish

CONGRATULATIONS

We are overjoyed to have welcomed the following at the Easter Vigil on April 19,2025 into full communion with the Catholic Church, the family of God. Please continue to pray for their journey of faith.

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FAITH FORMATION

Early Childhood Development Center

for families with children ages 2 - 5 years

Registration open for '25-'26

Want to learn more about ECDC? Schedule a tour, meet some of our educators and learn more about how our ECDC Ministry makes a difference in the lives of children.

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Vacation Bible School, June 9-13

for children entering K - 6th in the fall

Registration for Vacation Bible School (VBS) is now open! VBS offers children a unique experience filled with biblical stories, games, crafts, and moments of prayer, all designed to strengthen their love of God. We look forward to seeing you in June!

High School Senior Scholarship Application

Application deadline April 30

High school seniors start applying for scholarships. For the scholarship application or question, please email Natalie >>

High School Senior and College Graduate Mass

May 24 at 5 pm RSVP here >> Questions? Email Natalie >>

Unbound: Freedom in Christ (Part 2)

5-Week Training, 7 pm - 9 pm at the PEC auditorium

May 20, 27, June 3, 17, 24 (Tuesdays)

Unbound Part I is encouraged, but not a requirement. This course, offered by the Adult Faith Formation program, is designed to give you the essential understanding and practical experience for conducting an Unbound Ministry session. You will understand the best practices for a good Unbound ministry session using a person-centered, non-confrontational approach to deliverance prayer.

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WAYS TO SUPPORT THE PARISH

Starlight Gala, Celebrating 85 Years

Event Date: Thursday, May 1 (6 pm - 10 pm) Tickets: $100

This year our Starlight Gala will be kicking off St. William’s 85th Anniversary Celebration! Enjoy an evening out while also supporting Saint William parish. Join us for dinner, silent and live auctions and a live band. Tickets can be purchased online or in person in the parish office through Sunday, April 27.

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Community Festival

Saturday, May 3

Please join us for delicious food, games, live music, a huge garage sale, silent auction and family fun! Proceeds from this parish event will benefit Saint William and our general operating expenses and faith formation programs.

Garage Sale

Saturday, May 3, 2025 8 am - 3 pm (Parish Hall)

Items can be dropped off on Monday, April 28 and Tuesday, April 29 only

Please save your gently used clothes, toys, collectibles, household, outdoor, and sports items. Please no electronics or furniture! All proceeds support the parish and are tax deductible.

Silent Auction

Now Open >>

Raffle Tickets

Purchased tickets can be returned to the parish office during office hours or during the festival on May 3, 2025.

Volunteers Needed

To volunteer for this event, please click on the link below.

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J-Artist

Saturday, May 17, 2025 - 6:30 pm to 9 pm

PEC, Bldg. 5 - Banquet Hall

Doors open at approx. 6:15 pm after the Saturday Vigil Mass

Enjoy an exciting evening of our Catholic Faith, while celebrating the artistic gifts of our high school students. Experience the talents and spirituality of the youth through paintings, music, poetry, and much more.

This is a FREE event, but please RSVP >>

Breakfast, Everyone is Invited

June 1 (Parish Hall, Bldg. 3)

The Guadalupanas invite the parish community to join them for an upcoming breakfast in the Parish Hall (Bldg. 3) following the 7:30 am and 9:30 am Masses. Debit/credit cards are accepted.

Upcoming EIM Workshop at St. William

Please note: The date for the workshop is now scheduled for May 28. This is an update to what appears in this week's (4/27) bulletin.

The following EIM workshops are scheduled at St. William PEC, Bldg. 5:

English: Wednesday, May 28 at 6 pm
Spanish Wednesday, May 21 at 6 pm

You must register PRIOR to attending. Please visit VIRTUS.org, (or contact Adriana Bañuelos), and arrive 15 minutes early. Learn more >>

Parish Gift Shop

Interested in serving at the parish gift shop? The gift shop is scheduled to be open following the 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm Sunday Masses when possible (the gift shop is closed on Sundays when the parish office is closed). If you are interested or would like to learn more, please email: ministrylife@st-william.org.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO SUPPORT

Lenten 2025 Food Drive

More than 15,000 lbs collected

The St. Vincent de Paul Society and the Knights of Columbus are partnering in a church-wide Lenten Food Drive to restock our food pantry here at St. William. Thank you to all ministries and parishioners at Saint William who have helped us help others.

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Ashes to Easter

Ashes to Easter is an annual Lenten mission project that affirms and encourages local missionary groups and other mission activities of the Diocese of Austin. Families are encouraged to take a box and drop in extra coins during Lent. Boxes may be returned to the parish during the first week of Easter.

Employment Opportunities

Director of Ministry Life (full-time)
Facilities Specialist (full-time, part-time)

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News in the Diocese

Upcoming Retreats at Cedarbrake (in Temple)

Inner Healing Retreat

May 31 from 9 am - 3 pm

Jesus came to heal physically, emotionally and spiritually: helping the blind see, helping the lame to walk, and restoring the dead to life. Jesus' healing mission continues today in the Catholic Church. Deacons Dan Lupo and Rod Reyna will explain the scriptural roots of healing mission and demonstrate the practice of healing prayer. The cost is $50, which includes lunch. Learn more >>

Summer Silent Retreat

June 6-11

Begin the summer focusing on the beauty of the Son of God and find warmth in his love. Choose the option of 2 to 5 nights on this silent retreat to listen more intentionally to God. Father Harry Dean and Brian Egan will lead this retreat with spiritual talks, prayers, adoration, confession and Mass.

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Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality

in Theaters April 27-29

Discover the incredible life of soon-to-be Saint Carlo Acutis in Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality. This film explores his life, legacy, and the impact of technology on young people today. Through firsthand accounts from family and friends, plus insights from Catholic leaders and tech experts, the film tackles urgent questions about technology’s impact on humanity, holding up Carlo as a model for young people as they engage the digital world.

CarloAcutisFilm.com >>

Central Texas Catholic offers Pilgrimage for Young Adults

Sept. 12-24, 2025

Central Texas Catholic (CTXC) is hosting a young adult pilgrimage to Poland and Italy. Join Father Chris Smith on a pilgrimage to Poland and Italy to celebrate the Jubilee Year of Hope. This 13-day pilgrimage will feature sites of saints, daily Mass, a river cruise and so much more. Registration closes on May 1.

Mission Statement

As beloved sons and daughters of God, we, the parish of Saint William, are called to proclaim, by word and deed, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, crucified and risen. By the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the grace of the Sacraments, we endeavor to lead all souls to heaven by fostering spiritual healing and equipping all people for the work of ministry.

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