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IMPORTANT PLEASE READUPDATED MAY 28
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Dear Parishioners,
Saturday
Texas Governor, Greg Abbott changed the Stay-At-Home order which now permits a 25% occupancy rate inside buildings. This requirement means Holy Family church will be allowed to seat 100 people during each scheduled mass, while practicing and maintaining the social distancing requirement of 6 feet.
Mass Times
We will have our normal weekend schedule:
5:00pm – Main church entrance will be unlocked & open. The Kempner side will be closed.
5:30pm – Saturday Vigil Mass
Sunday
7:30am – Main church entrance will be unlocked & open. The Kempner side will be closed.
8:00am – Sunday Mass
10:30am – Sunday Mass
12:30pm – Sunday Mass
Daily Mass: Tuesday thru Friday daily mass will be at 2:30 pm in the church. Main church entrance will be unlocked & open. The Kempner side will be closed. Normal times for daily mass will return once all restrictions have been lifted in regard to occupancy in the church.
For those who are retired, I encourage you to attend a daily mass Tuesday thru Friday at 2:30 pm in the main parish church in lieu of Sunday Mass. Once again, you can only enter through the main entrance as the Kempner side will be closed. Because many people will still not have the ability to attend Mass, Bishop Vásquez extends his dispensation of the obligation to attend Sunday Mass during this pandemic.
The parish church will remain open Monday thru Friday from 10 am to 3 pm.
New “Normal” Schedule for Daily Mass(in church) will begin Monday, June 1st.- 5:30 pm Monday Communion Service
- 5:30 pm Tuesday & Friday Mass
- 8:00 am Wednesday & Thursday Mass
Good Health Protocols
The following temporary protocols must be followed for all masses and celebrations for sacraments:- Maintain 6-feet of distance between each other at all times except between members of the same family or household.
- The faithful are encouraged (but not required) to wear facemasks during liturgies.
- The following parishioners are encouraged to not attend Mass and to remain at home:
- Those who are sick.
- Those with pre-existing conditions or who are immuno-compromised.
- Those 65 or older.
Confession Time
Confessions will be held Saturday afternoon from 1 pm to 2 pm in the deacons’ office (please enter thru Andre Hall). Also, you can call (254-547-3735) and schedule a time for confessions. Normal times for confessions will return once all restrictions have been lifted in regard to occupancy in the church.
Liturgical Minsters
Until all restrictions have been lifted in regard to the number of occupants in the church, the deacons and I will be doing all liturgical parts. Once restrictions are permanently lifted in regards to church occupancy, we will send out a schedule for: altar servers, lectors, ushers and EMs.
Rescheduling Important Events
Finally, please note the rescheduling of the following:- Easter Sacraments: May 23 at 10:00 am
- First Holy Communion: June 6 at 10:00 am NOTE: If full occupancy is not permitted by June 6 two first holy communion masses will be offered.
- Confirmation (Has not been rescheduled yet).
Please be assured of my prayers for you and your families.
Sincerely in the Heart of Christ,
Fr. Patrick
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Parish Registration
New parishioners: All Catholics living within the parish boundaries (Copperas Cove and Kempner) and regularly participate in the liturgy are invited to register online, registration form is available under the About tab. Keep in mind, church attendance alone does not make you and your family registered members. Your Privacy is Our Priority - This information is confidential and will only be used for the purpose of registering you and/or your family with Holy Family Catholic Church. We do not and will not share your information with any other individuals or businesses. This is our pledge to you!
Please click here to fill out a registration form.
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Flocknote - get connected!
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eGiving ~ Online Donations
Consider using our secure electronic giving program.
eGiving will automatically process any offertory or second collection donations of your choosing. It is the most convenient way to make sure that the parish receives your gift regularly. No more checks to write or envelopes to worry about. Please click on the picture or call the office (254-547-3735) if you need assistance to establish
eGiving.
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Acts 25:13b-21Responsorial Psalm 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20abGospel Jn 21:15-19
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All Healthcare Professionals
Forwarded by one of our parishioners: Raymond L. Panneton, Managing Attorney, Ted Smith Law Group, PLLC, (254) 690-5688; ray@tedsmithlawgroup.com.
The Ted Smith Law Group, PLLC, a Central Texas based law firm (www.tedsmithlawgroup.com), is launching a free wills, powers of attorney, and advanced directive program for front-line healthcare workers battling the deadly COVID-19 Coronavirus.
For their free consultation, healthcare workers are encouraged to call (254) 690-5688 to schedule a time to speak with an attorney either via Zoom videoconferencing or via telephone.
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Parish Office & Gift Shop Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00 am-4:00 pm
We will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
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Where to find us
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4 April through 28 June
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Hospital Visits
If you are a parishioner at Holy Family and one of your loved ones is admitted to the hospital and would like a visit from Fr. Patrick please, please call the office and let us know. We are told frequently that a parishioner was hospitalized and wasn’t seen by Fr. Patrick. Father is more than willing to make hospital visits as long as you call the office and let us know. We also have Father Vincent who is the official hospital chaplain for our area available at any time for hospital visits.
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Holy Communion
Parishioners who are unable to walk in the communion line to receive the Eucharist during weekend Masses are asked to inform an usher before Mass begins each week. This will ensure that the head usher directs the Extraordinary Minister to your seat and that you do not miss the opportunity to receive Our Lord.
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Anointing of the Sick
If you or a family member are ill or facing surgery, and would like to be anointed, please contact the office. When it is not an emergency, please call before going to the hospital. Our number is 547-3735.
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myParish App
Stay connected with our parish throughout the week with an easy-to-access calendar. Also enjoy additional features like prayers, daily readings, helpful reminders to silence your phone before Mass or Confession, and much more. Click on the picture below to get started or come by the parish office if you need assistance.
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Flower Arrangements in the Church
If you are interested in sponsoring the flowers in the church in memory of a loved one or a special celebration, please stop by the parish office.
• Cost: $50+
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Mark your calendar! Get involved!
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Saturday, May 30
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.Read More -
Wednesday, June 3, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm. We will meet in Andre Hall. A Charismatic Prayer Meeting has lively music, has praying out loud or silent depending on individual preference, is based in scripture, welcomes the Gifts of the Holy Spirit to be active, and is a time of intercessory prayer. For further information please contact Deacon Tim and Eva Dorsey at 972-977-3785.Read More -
Thursday, June 4
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.Read More -
Saturday, June 6
The French Family Memorial Golf Tournament sponsored by the Knights of Columbus has been canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions.Read More -
Saturday, June 6
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.Read More
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Wednesday, June 10, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm. We will meet in Andre Hall. A Charismatic Prayer Meeting has lively music, has praying out loud or silent depending on individual preference, is based in scripture, welcomes the Gifts of the Holy Spirit to be active, and is a time of intercessory prayer. For further information please contact Deacon Tim and Eva Dorsey at 972-977-3785.Read More
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Catholic News Service
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Austin Diocese Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Volunteer Application and Background CheckThe Diocese of Austin requires all clergy, religious, seminarians, employees and all volunteers serving in ministry to minors or the vulnerable, must attend a workshop
when their current workshop expires. All persons must be EIM compliant to volunteer or work within the Diocese. Additionally, anyone new to the parish, wishing to serve in a ministry here, must fill out and submit an online volunteer application/background check form and attend a workshop in order to be compliant with diocesan EIM policies.
Effective January 1, 2019, all EIM Workshop attendees must pre-register / sign-up at least 24 hours in advance to attend a workshop. The Roster will close 24 hours before the workshop start time and walk-in attendees will no longer be admitted.
The sign up process is explained once you access your EIM account or please contact the parish office to register. If you no longer volunteer please call the office to let us know.
Please click here to fill out an application and register for a workshop.
How to report an incident of concern: The Diocese of Austin is committed to preventing harm from happening to any of our children or vulnerable adults. If you are aware of sexual or physical abuse and/or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult, state requires you to report that information to local law enforcement or the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services at (800) 252-5400 or www.dfps.state.tx.us. Addtionally, if the suspected abuse is by clergy or an employee or volunteer of any diocesan parish, school or agency, a Confidential Notice of Concern should be submitted to the diocesan Ethics and Integrity in Ministry Office at (512) 949-2400. The Confidential Notice of Concern can be found at www.austindiocese.org (click on the link HOW TO REPORT ABUSE). Reports may be made anonymously.
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