Update from the Diocese of Austin Director of Communications.

We have been notified by several parishes of an active texting scam targeting pastors and parishioners. In the fraudulent texts, the pastor, mentioned by name, asks for donations of gift cards. Please be aware that this is a scam and do not respond. The Diocese of Austin and our priests will not solicit donations in this way.

First Communion Pictures

First Communion pictures will be available in the CCE office this weekend after the 8:30 am & 11:00 am Masses or during normal business hours, Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00 pm.
Please note: All parish offices will be closed this Monday.

Parish Projects

We have identified two projects that we believe would enhance the church
experience at St. Jerome.

Restore Church Bells - Bells are used to call worshipers to church,
to announce times for daily prayer and for funerals.

Projection System/Cameras & Monitors for Overflow - We would like to place a projection system in the church so we are able to play videos and Powerpoint presentations easier. Currently, we use a portable projector that fits under the altar and a screen. We would also like to place monitors in the Sanctuary, Foyer, West Entrance and Cry Room. This would allow parishioners in over-flow areas at the Christmas & Easter Masses to be able to participate in the Mass and for parents of small children to still participate in the Mass when having to take a small child out to the hall/foyer.

We are looking for donors for these projects. If you would like more information or to contribute to one or both of these projects, please contact the Parish Office.

Employment Opportunities at St. Jerome

We have an opening for a part-time bookkeeper.  If you are interested, please submit an employment application and an updated resume to the parish office. If you have any questions please call (254) 666-7722

Nursery Workers Needed--Please call the church office if you are interested. This is a paid position. You must be 18 years of age or older & EIM certified.


Little Lions Learning Center is needing an after school aide from 12:30-5:30. The position is only for days of school operation (Mid-August thru the end of May). Applicants need to be EIM certified and there will be other certifications. Please contact the director at 666-6222 or directorlllc@stjeromewaco.org for more information and to submit an application.

We are also looking for volunteers to help in the church office.
Please call the office for more information.

 

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Building Security ♦ Greeters  
That Man Is You

Calendar Entries and Room Reservations
To add an event to the church calendar or to reserve a room, please fill out the Request Form

Please Note:  All clergy, religious, seminarians and employees, and adult volunteers serving in a ministry requiring EIM compliance, must attend an EIM Workshop every 3 years. Workshop attendees must pre-register at least 24 hours before Workshop start time – walkins are no longer admitted. To find the schedule, and Sign Up for a Workshop (bottom right of your account page), login to you EIM account at https://austindiocese.org/workshop. If needed, click Forgot Password to retrieve your User ID/Password. If you have never submitted an EIM application (required for employees, and adult volunteers serving in any ministry requiring EIM compliance), use the above link to create your EIM account and complete the application. Contact your parish EIM site administrator (insert name) if you need to complete a paper EIM application or need other assistance with EIM compliance matters.
 
Workshop Notes: 1) plan to arrive promptly as late arrivals may not be admitted 2) children should not be brought to EIM workshops.
 
If you are a victim of sexual abuse and have concerns regarding your attendance at a workshop, contact Emily Hurlimann at (512) 949-2447 to discuss an alternative workshop arrangement.

EIM Workshop:

St Louis Parish, Waco
Saturday, 6/15/2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
 
 

Mission of Hope

Litany Prayer of Humility

Divine Mercy Novena

Marian Consecration Prayer for the Diocese of Austin 

The Priesthood is the Love of the Heart of Jesus
(Austin Vocations website)

Vocation Spotlight
Fr. James Ekeocha
Fr. Raj
Our Deacons
Don Moore
Sisters of Sacred Sciences

We are excited to announce that St. Jerome Parish has become a partner in an exciting 24/7 on-line web-based digital formation series called Formed, produced by the Augustine Institute and Ignatius Press. 

To register for a free account log on to stjeromewaco.formed.org. Once you have signed up, don't forget to download the free iOS or Android app to put FORMED at your fingertips.

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12 DAY SHRINES AND LOURDES FAITH JOURNEY
October 4th- October 15, 2019

Visting Jeronimos Monastery, Church of the Eucharistic Holy Miracle, Santarem, Fatima, Braga, Santiago de Compostela, Burgos, San Ignacio de Loyala, Lourdes, Carcassonne, Sagrad Familia, Montserrat and Barcelona Sponsored by: St Jerome Catholic Church, Waco, Texas. Spiritual leader for the Pilgrimage will be: Deacon Greg George. For additional information please call: Glenda Ruiz (254)732-2404.

11 Day Pilgrimage to Greece
SEPTEMBER 16-26, 2019

Information Night on May 16th at
St. Jerome Catholic Church Mother Teresa Center at 6:30 PM. 

The Pilgrimage to Greece includes a three Day Cruise to the Greek Isles & Ephesus and is hosted by REV. JAMES EKEOCHA. 

For a brochure & more information contact Glenda Ruiz at:  (254) 732-2404