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news and updates
noticias y actualizaciones
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a service provided for our homebound community
| | | May 24 | 7:30 am (Spanish) | Watch >> | | May 24 | 9:30 am (English) | Watch >> | | May 27 | 12:15 pm (English) | Readings >> | | | | |
Memorial Day Schedule Changes
Due to Memorial Day and the Priest Summer Gathering,
please note the changes in the schedule for May 24-28:
Sunday, May 24 - Parish Office, Gift Shop & Nursery closed
Monday, May 25 - 8:30 am Mass,
No Confessions and Parish Office closed
Tues, May 26 - 12:15 pm Communion Service
5:00 pm No Confessions
6:00 pm Communion Service (Spanish)
Wed., May 27 - 12:15 pm Communion Service
Thurs., May 28 - 12:15 pm Communion Service
5:00 pm Confessions
6:00 pm Mass (Spanish)
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A Message from Fr. Lourdhu
Dear brothers and sisters,
As I prepare to leave this parish, I thank God for the blessing of serving among you. Your prayers, love, and support have meant so much to me. Together we have shared faith, joy, and many beautiful moments as one family in Christ.
Though I may be leaving physically, you will always remain in my heart and prayers. Continue to grow in faith, love one another, and keep Christ at the center of your lives.
May God bless you abundantly, and may Our Lady continue to protect and guide this parish.
Don’t fear, don’t waver, live in cheer, trust in God, look forward
and go ahead!
Thank you, and God bless you all.
Fr. Lourdhu Raju Madanu
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Welcome Seminarian Francis!
He will be joining us at St. William for the summer!
To learn more about Seminarian Francis read his bio here
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Pentecost Sunday
Weekend of May 24
The Pentecost Vigil on May 23 will be celebrated using
the extended form. Incense will be used at the 5 pm Vigil.
There will be no incense during the 5 pm Mass on
Sunday, May 24.
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Mother's Day Spiritual Bouquet
A Mother’s Day Spiritual Bouquet is a beautiful way to honor your mother, whether she is near or far, living or deceased. If you wish to honor your Mother, Wife, Grandmother, or any other special mother during the month of May, please take and complete an envelope from the Welcome Center and place it in the offertory collection or drop it off at the parish office. The Spiritual Bouquet will be included in the Prayers of the Faithful for Sunday Masses during the month of May. The envelopes for the spiritual bouquet will be collected and placed in the Sanctuary near the statue of Our Lady.
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Check Out Our New Gift Shop Selection
Looking for a special gift for a loved one—or yourself? Visit our gift shop near the parish hall after the 7:30, 9:30, 11:30, and 1:30 Masses. With First Holy Communions coming up later this month, now is a great time to explore our selection.
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Poland & Czech Republic Pilgrimage 2027
April 5-15th 2027
Join Fr. Francisco on a Pilgrimage to Poland in 2027 the price per person is $4550.00 with a round trip from Austin. This pilgrimage will be hosted through Crown of Bethlehem.
Scan the QR code to learn more.
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May - July - Faith Formation Registration Now Open
Registered Saint William parishioners are invited to enroll their children and teens online for Faith Formation during May - July. View the new schedule!
st-william.org/parents
Youth Ministry Summer Activities
To register for any of the below events please click the link below
- Register Here -
Tuesday Mass Club (6-12 Grade)
Tuesdays in July, 12:15—2:30 pm
Come to the Narthex at 12pm to join us for the 12:15pm Mass, then go to the Parish Hall for some pizza, special talk from a guest speaker & games! Friends are welcome.
Sports Nights (6-12 Grade)
July 9, 16, 23, 30, 6:30-8 pm
Come to the Softball field and bring lots of water. Friends are welcome.
Indoor Soccer Tournament
Date: TBA, August
Register now for the One–Day indoor tournament from 9 am to 3 pm at Austin Indoor Soccer.
For any questions please contact Francisco Soriano at fsoriano@st-william.org
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World Marriage Encounter (Spanish Lead)
June 5-7, 2026
Your whole family deserves the love of Mom and Dad—you can enjoy a World Marriage Encounter Weekend. This is a 48-hour program where couples can step away from work, the kids, the phone, and household chores to focus solely on each other. If you’re looking to help your relationship grow and become deeper and richer, then you’ll love the difference a World Marriage EncounterWeekend could make for you.
For more information contact Duamel or Mairely Figueroa at
(254) 419-9775 or (254) 350-7529
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Seasons of Hope
Upcoming Group Sessions Begin
Wednesday, May 27, June 3, 10, 24
Parish Evangelization Center (Bldg. 5), 7 pm - 8 pm
If you are in need of consolation after losing a loved one,
Seasons of Hope, a Christ-centered faith sharing group
is for you. st-william.org/seasons-of-hope
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The Call
Men ages 14 to 49: Have you considered the call to the priesthood? The Diocese of Austin invites you to The Call, a discernment event during the priestly ordination on June 6 at 8:30 a.m. here at St. William Catholic Church. Breakfast, lunch, and vocation talks are included. To learn more or register, visit austinvocations.com.
Prayer Calendar - Please join us in praying for these deacons and all of the seminarians from our diocese. View Prayer Calendar >>
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Project Rachel Retreat
June 12-14
The Diocese is hosting a Project Rachel post-abortion healing retreat for women June 12–14, offering a place of mercy, healing, and renewal after abortion. Space is limited, to learn more about location and registration visit Austindiocese.org/project-rachel.
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Pentecost and Planning for the Future
Pentecost celebrates the birth of the Church and the beginning of our mission to proclaim the Gospel to all nations. We can continue that mission through faithful planning and generosity. The Diocese of Austin is offering St. William parishioners a free estate planning resource. FreeWill lets you create or update your will and also include a gift to St. William in your plans to ensure the Church’s mission continues for generations to come.
Learn More >>
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Central Texas Catholic (CTXC) is a new resource for young adults in the Diocese of Austin. Offering opportunities for community building and spiritual growth, CTXC strives to connect Catholic young adults, inviting them into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church. If you are in your 20s or 30s, regional young adult CTXC representatives are ready to meet you!
Learn more >>
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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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