How To Lent
How to Lent is a new series from the Augustine Institute designed to help Catholics live the three pillars of Lent—prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—with purpose. This series will help you prepare your heart and grow spiritually this Lenten season.
St. Theresa offers a free subscription: https://watch.formed.org/how-to-lent
Soup and the Spirit
Thursday, March 19, 12 PM
Family Center
Join us on Thursdays during Lent for a simple, meaningful lunch hour featuring homemade soup prepared by fellow parishioners and inspirational readings from Fr. Larry and Fr. Barry. It’s a wonderful way to nourish both body and spirit during the Lenten season.
Tenebrae Service
Tuesday, March 31, 7 PMChurch
Tenebrae, meaning “darkness,” is a moving Holy Week service in which candles are gradually extinguished as Scripture recounts the events leading to Christ’s death. The service ends in darkness before the light of Christ returns. Join us for this beautiful and prayerful experience at St. Theresa.
Penance Services
Please see the link for more opportunities in our Diocese for additional Lenten Penance Services. https://austindiocese.org/lenten-penance-services
This Week at St. Theresa!
Catholicism 101 Monday, March 16, 7 PM, Elmer Rm 202
Lunch & Learn | Spring Planting Tuesday, March 17, 12 PM, Family CenterBridge Wednesday, March 18, 12:30 PM, Family Center
Soup & the Spirit Thursday, March 19, 12 PM, Family Center
Stations of the Cross Friday, March 20, 11:30 AM & 6:30 PM, Church
SPRING BREAK
Many schools are out for Spring Break starting today, so many activities are canceled for next week at the church, including children's Catechesis, Liturgy of the Word with Children, and High School Youth Ministry. The church will be open with normal operating hours, so if you have extra free time, join us for daily Mass at 11:30 AM.
Introducing the Blue Cup!
New to St. Theresa and open to meeting new people? Pick up a blue cup at Coffee & Donuts—or at gatherings like Connections, Catalyst, Bingo, and more! If you see someone with a blue cup, take it as an invitation to say hello and welcome them.
Diaper Drive Thank You!
Thank you, St. Theresa Community! Because of your generosity, we collected 14,300 diapers for our Lenten Outreach project benefiting Catholic Charities of Central Texas. Thank you for this corporal work of mercy and for supporting families in need.
Holy Week Rosary
Monday, March 30, 1:00 PMSchoenstatt Shrine
Join the group to pray at the beautiful outdoor Rosary Trail at the Schoenstatt Shrine. Meet us there or here at the church to carpool together. The trail is mostly flat and smooth, but does have some uneven surfaces. If you need a ride, reach out to: marybeth-hubik@st-theresa.org
50th Ordination Anniversary
Friday, April 24, 6:00 PMSt. Louis Catholic Church
Msgr. William (Bill) Brooks, beloved diocesan priest, pastor and friend, will be celebrating his 50th Ordination Anniversary. A 6:00 PM Mass and reception will be held at St. Louis Catholic Church, 7601 Burnet Rd., Austin. Please join us in honoring his 50 years of priestly service to our Diocese. For more information, contact Louri O’Leary at loleary2@gmail.com.
Service Opportunities - Spreading God's Love Together!
- High School Youth Ministry - Feed Our Teens
- Mobile Loves & Fishes - 3rd & 4th Saturday
- Food For Our Neighbors - help needed to deliver food to the food pantry
Volunteers Needed!
Friday, March 27Our parish needs volunteers to help with setup, serving, running food, and clean-up at the upcoming Fish Fry. The Knights of Columbus will be cooking, but extra hands are needed to make this parish event a success before Holy Week.
Thank you for supporting our parish community!
Welcome Desk Volunteers Needed!
Serve with our Welcome Desk Ministry by greeting parishioners and visitors in the Narthex, sharing event information, and helping distribute bulletins after Mass. Volunteers arrive 10 minutes before Mass and stay 10 minutes after. Teens are welcome, and extra help is especially needed leading up to Easter. Sign up HERE.
55+ Planner Needed!
We’re seeking 55+ Ministry Event Planners to help create engaging activities and meaningful gatherings. Join our Senior Leadership Team, which meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday before Mass, and share your gifts to help our parish thrive! Interested? Contact larrysdavis@att.net
Tiger Cup is back!
Monday, April 20, 8:00 AMRiver Place Country Club
Join us for a day of fellowship, friendly competition, and community at the St. Theresa Tiger Cup Golf Tournament. Your sponsorship directly supports the programs forming students academically and spiritually while serving our parish community. Registration is NOW OPEN. st-theresa.org/golf
Summer Camps at St. Theresa
Registration now open!
St. Theresa is getting ready for summer with camps for all interests! Join us for music, sports, drama, and VBS! Click HERE to register.
TEFA
With the new School Choice program, the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA), families can receive funds to help pay for private education, bringing the dream of Catholic school within reach. Discover how TEFA can support your vocation as a parent and educator.
Click HERE to learn more.
Young Catholic Professionals | Speaker Series
Wednesday, March 25, 6: 30 PMSt. John Neumann Catholic Church
Join the Young Catholic Professionals for an Executive Speaker Series featuring Mike Aviles, who will offer an engaging, practical reflection on leadership rooted in faith. Click HERE to register.
Our mission is to make disciples for the Lord Jesus Christ and
together in ministry for Him, advance the Kingdom of God.
together in ministry for Him, advance the Kingdom of God.