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news and updates
noticias y actualizaciones
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a service provided for our homebound community
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My Sunday Offering
Together we can help further the mission of Saint William.
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- Celebrating 85 Years of Faith & Family -
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Upcoming Anniversary Events
Prayer & Music
on the Memorial of St. Cecilia
Saturday, Nov. 22 at 6:30 pm
following the 5 pm Vigil Mass
hosted by the Music Ministries
of St. William
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85th Anniversary Mass
Monday, Dec. 1 at 6 pm
Celebrated by Bishop Daniel E. Garcia
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Altar of Remembrance
Nov. 1-23
We invite you to bring a framed photo (max. size 8 in by 10 in) of a departed loved one to display on our Altar of Remembrance.
Please write your name and phone number on the back of the framed photo and place it on the Altar of Remembrance in the church before or after Mass starting November 1st.
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Investiture of the Miraculous Medal
Sunday, Nov. 23, 3 pm
Everyone is invited to a Blessing and Investiture of the Miraculous Medal. Those who attend will receive a miraculous medal.
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Thinking about Becoming Catholic?
Come learn more about how to receive your Sacraments at our next OCIA information session.
- Sunday, November 16 -
11 am - 12 pm (English)
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm (Spanish)
Parish Evangelization Center, Bldg. 5
(Auditorium, 2nd floor)
Reserve your seat >>
Learn more about OCIA >>
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DCYC Registration for High School Teens
Event Date: Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, 2026
Deadline to Register: Dec. 7, 2025
DCYC, the largest gathering of Catholic high school teens, is open for registration! Cost: $250. Scholarships are available.
DCYC ‘26 Form >>
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Marriage Prep Orientation
Wednesday, November 12 @ 6 pm (English), 7:30 pm (Spanish)
PEC Room 209
Are you planning to get married sometime in the future? We invite you to attend our next orientation session where we will walk through our Marriage Preparation Program. To RSVP, please email Becky at familylife@st-william.org
Marriage Prep Volunteer Meeting
Tuesday, November 4 @ 7 pm
PEC Auditorium
Current and new volunteers are invited to our upcoming Volunteer Meeting. We are building a team of volunteers who can walk alongside other couples, to mentor, support, and share the beauty of sacramental marriage. To RSVP, please contact Becky at familylife@st-william.org
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Ignatius Book Fair
November 6 - 12
Join us for the Ignatius Book Fair on Nov. 6-12 in the Parish Hall! A portion of the proceeds will support Faith Formation programs at St. William. View Schedule >>
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Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, Nov. 27
10 am - Mass
11:30 am - Annie's Way Luncheon (Parish Hall)
Each year on Thanksgiving, Saint William Catholic Church hosts Annie’s Way, a Thanksgiving meal serving the City of Round Rock. This tradition originated from Annie Pavlicek, who, on Thanksgiving, would set aside three plates of food for individuals who were without family on the holiday.
View Volunteer Opportunities >>
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"As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of
God's varied grace" (1 Pt 4:10).
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- Parishioner Resources -
Ministry Life: How to Get Started
Would you like to share some of your gifts and time? We invite you to get to know the Office of Ministry Life at St. William to learn about opportunities to serve. Join us for an upcoming group session of Ministry Guide and Discernment >>
My STW Hub:
Registered parishioners of St. William are invited to set up an STW account for their household via Ministry Platform. By logging in, households will have access to their year-end statements. Learn more >>
Formed, Faith-Based Content
Registered parishioners of St. William Parish have free access to content provided by Formed. Learn more >>
Plan My Online Giving:
You can now plan your weekly, monthly and annual giving with the online giving calculator.
Plan My Giving >>
Set Up My Sunday Offering >>
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Maintenance Shop Project
Weekly Update
A maintenance shop was originally envisioned over 20 years ago when our campus was being planned...
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Custom Engraved Pavers at Church Entrance
Return by November 10 for January / February Placement
Would you like to honor a loved one with the gift of a custom engraved paver at the entrance of the church? Please submit your completed forms to the parish office.Forms are available in the parish office and online (click under the heading 'Commemorate a Loved One').
Download form (pdf) >>
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St. Vincent De Paul Food Drive
Collected: 10,459 (as of October 31)
Goal: 10,000 lbs
Thank you to all who participated in the fall food drive benefiting the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry. With your help, the food pantry reached its goal. Thank you for helping those in need.
View most needed items >>
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Baby Banks
It is time to return your Baby Banks
Your donation will help mothers and families in crisis pregnancies to flourish. Walking with Moms in Need initiative, the Gabriel Project, Project Rachel, Sidewalk Ministry, Pro-Life Help Line, and more will receive funds from this campaign. Don’t forget to return your filled Baby Bank next weekend!
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Catholic Services Appeal
By participating in the Catholic Services Appeal you can support the more than 100 ministries and programs of the Diocese of Austin. This year’s theme is Together We Bring Hope. Your gift to the CSA is combined with others to have a greater impact than any single gift could. Please prayerfully consider making a gift so you can be a miracle to those in most need.
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School Choice in Texas
In-Person Info Sessions at St. William
Monday, Nov. 17 at 6 pm (English) &
Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 6:30 pm (Spanish)
Texas has launched a new school choice program called the Texas Education Freedom Act (TEFA), which provides eligible families with $10,000 per student, per year to support their children’s education. For Catholic families, this is an incredible opportunity to make Catholic schools more accessible, helping cover tuition and other approved expenses so that more children can receive a faith-filled education rooted in academic excellence and Gospel values.
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National Vocation Awareness Week
Nov. 2-8
National Vocation Awareness Week is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promoting vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who are considering one of these particular vocations.
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Treasures of the Faith
Women’s Formation for your Vocation
Nov. 8, 10 am - 3 pm (Pastoral Center)
Every 2nd Saturday of the month
Sr. Silvia, SCTJM will give you the tools to discern and live out the vocation the Lord calls you to. This is open to unmarried women, ages 16 to 35, seeking to discover their vocation. For more information, please visit:
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Pathways to Forgiveness
Nov. 20 Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center (Temple)
Discover the meaning and myths related to forgiveness with practical how to steps to reach forgiveness. Forgiveness sets our hearts free. This retreat will be led by Cindy Isaacson, a gifted retreat leader and parishioner of St. Theresa Parish in Austin. The cost is $50, which includes lunch.
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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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