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Congratulations to all the Graduating Seniors!
Senior Mass 2019
Vos estis lux mundi (You are the Light of the World)
On May 9, Pope Francis issued a Motu proprio, a mandate directed to the Universal Church, as a follow up to the meeting held in Rome in February with bishops from around the world, including Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and Archbishop of Galveston-Houston. This Motu proprio, Vos estis lux mundi, which translates, You are the Light of the World, orders response to the scourge of sexual abuse in the world, and especially in the Church by her clerics.
Click here to read Vos estis lux mundi
Click here to read the press release issued by the Diocese of Austin on Vos estis lux mundi.
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.
Sincerely,
Christian R. González
Director of Communications
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.
We are also looking for volunteers to help in the church office.
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Mass Times
- Saturday: 6:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN Third Sunday is a Children's Mass 5:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN Teen Mass
- Tuesday: 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Thursday: 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Friday: 7:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 12:15 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Saturday: 7:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN First Saturday Mass in the Grotto (weather permitting)
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Confession Times
- Sunday: 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM 10:15 AM to 10:45 AM 4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
- Tuesday: 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
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Adoration Times
- Friday: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM To volunteer contact Bill Leek at 254-666-0174.
- 1st Friday: 6:00 PM to 12:00 PM No First Friday Adoration during January, July & August. To volunteer contact Bill Leek at 254-666-0174.
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Nursing Home Masses
1st Thurs.--9:30am, Regent Care Center
2nd Thurs.--9:30am, Hewitt Senior Care Center
3rd Thursday--9:30am, Heartis Senior Care Center
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Acts 15:22-31Responsorial Psalm Ps 57:8-9, 10 and 12Gospel Jn 15:12-17
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Liturgy of the Hours
Liturgy of the Hours will now be prayed each morning in the Ave Maria Chapel. On Wednesdays and Fridays, they will be prayed before 7:00 am Mass. On Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, they will be prayed at 7:00 am in the Chapel. Dary Santos will lead the prayers. Everyone is welcome.
First Friday Rosary
We will be saying the Rosary as a community on First Fridays for the deceased of our families, our parish, and other intentions. All are invited to participate. Time is 11:30 am. Mass follows in the Ave Maria Chapel at 12:15 pm.
We have received a $44.27 donation from the AmazonSmile Foundation as a result of AmazonSmile program activity between January 1 and March 31, 2019. -
Upcoming Events
Coffee and Donuts Fellowship
We have coffee and donuts after the 8:30 am and 11:00 am masses
EVERY SUNDAY except for Pancake Breakfast Sundays.
Please join us.
St. Jerome Garage Sale
Plan to shop at the annual St. Jerome’s Garage Sale on June 1 beginning at 7:30 a.m. in the Mother Teresa Center. Contributions for the sale may be brought to the Mother Teresa Center gymnasium May 28th, May 29th, 30th, and May 31st. Mattresses, computers and monitors, TV’s, baby car seats, tires, dirty or damaged clothing cannot be accepted. Knights of Columbus will pick up large items such as furniture prior to the sale. Call 254-753-0320 for information.
Faith Journey
All adult parishioners, young and old alike, are invited to come to the Faith Journey Class that is beginning a new topic, "Source and Summit of the Eucharist" by Dr. Brant Pitre, a professor of sacred Scripture at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans. This is a video series on the biblical background of the mass. The class is held each Sunday morning after the 8:30 mass in the MTC and ends before the 11:00 mass begins. The group does not meet on Sundays of pancake breakfast. There is no fee or membership required so please consider joining us!
Game Day at St. Jerome
Join your fellow parishioners the first Sunday of every month at the Mother Teresa Center for Family and Youth from 2:00pm-4:30 pm. Pickleball and volleyball will be available in the gym and table games, such as Dominoes, Skip-Bo, Chicken Foot and cards will be available in Raphael Hall.
Men of St. Jerome
Men of St. Jerome World Famous Pancake Breakfast
Will be held on Sunday, June 9th in Jordan Hall starting at 9:30. Breakfast includes two types of pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, fruit, milk, juice, and coffee. Breakfast is by donation. Proceeds from the breakfast are used to help with parish projects like the TV in Jordan Hall. All are invited to come. Contact Bill Leek @ bleek1951@hotmail.com
Potluck Dinner
Saturday, May 18th after the 6:00 PM Mass. Bring your
favorite main dish, side dish or dessert to share.
Waco Catholic Moms Group
We meet at St. Jerome Catholic Church in Jordan Hall every other Thursday from 7-9 pm. Our group also hosts play dates, moms nights out, and much more!
For more information, contact
http://austindiocese.org/womens-conference
We hope you can join us.
2019 Catholic Women’s Conference
Join women from all around Central Texas for a day of prayer, formation, and community at the 2019 Catholic Women's Conference.
Under the theme "Created for Love", this conference seeks to embrace the gift of women in society and the Church, encourage women to deepen their relationship with Christ and their community, equips women to be fruitful evangelizers, and empowers women to respond to the Lord's invitation to Follow Him.
Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, 8:30-4:00 at St. William Parish in Round Rock.
Registration fee before June 10th is $45., $55 after June 10th.
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Amazon Smile
When you shop @AmazonSmile, Amazon will make a donation to St Jerome Catholic Church. Use https://smile.amazon.com/ch/74-2291641 to link your account. We received a $44.27 donation from the AmazonSmile Foundation as a result of AmazonSmile program activity between January 1 and March 31, 2019.
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Update Membership Information
It is time for us to update our database with any changes, additions, or deletions that may have occurred in your family over the past year.
Have you changed your phone number? Have you moved? Are you preparing to move soon? Are all of your children still at home and are they all included in your membership record? Do you want your record published?
If you have not already informed the parish office about changes to your record, please let us know now so that the information is correct. The Church Office number is 254-666-7722.
Thank you for your help!
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Schedules/Minutes
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Calendar Entries and Room Reservations
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Ethics and Integrity in Ministry
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 Workshops
St. Jerome
5/28/2019
6:30PM-8:30 PM
Jordan Hall.
St. Mary Parish, Temple
6/02/2019
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
St. Mary Parish, Temple
06/03/2019
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Mother Teresa Center for
Family and Youth4x8" personalized engraved pavers that will be placed at the entrance to the new activities building can still be purchased for $100. Please bring order form and payment to the church office during regular business hours. For questions, please contact Pat Flavin at 235-1893 or pat.flavin@gmail.com
(Click on bricks below for form)
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Vocations
The Priesthood is the Love of the Heart of Jesus
(Austin Vocations website)
Vocation Spotlight
Fr. James Ekeocha
Fr. Raj
Our Deacons
Don Moore
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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, 2019Visting 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
ATHENS - SOUNION - CORINTH - MYKONOS - EPHESUS - PATMOS - CRETE SANTORINI - DELPHI - KALAMBAKA - THESSALONIKI - PHILIPPIInformation 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
