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April 25, 2008

 

devotions/masses

PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL – At Queen of Peace Church, 3011 Telephone Rd. Come and spend some quiet time with Our Eucharistic Lord and reap countless benefits for you and your family! For more information and available hours, please call Queen of Peace Church office at (713) 921-6127.

CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC PRAYER MEETING – second Saturday evenings 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. in the chapel at the Catholic Charismatic Center, 1949 Cullen Blvd. For more information, call 713-236-9977 or visit www.discovercenter.com .

PRAISE AND WORSHIP SERVICE – celebrating our second year. Featuring local talent from Houston and surrounding communities. The music ministry of St. Philip Neri Church welcomes you. Come get your praise on every second Sunday from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Located at 10960 Martin Luther King Blvd. For more information or to audition as a guest ensemble, call 713-553-7245.

 

bazaars

CHRIST THE REDEEMER – 11507 Huffmeister off US 290. 23rd Spring Festival: “A Community Event since 1985”. Saturday, April 26, 6 to 11 p.m. and Sunday, April 27, noon to 7 p.m. Games, rides, bingo, flea market, raffle, delicious food, kids’ games, face painting. Saturday – dance. Sunday – BBQ dinner, plant sales, clown show, silent auction, live auction, raffle drawing. For information, please call 281-469-5533 or visit www.ctrcc.com/festival/.

WORLD BAZAAR – Hosted by St. Theresa Church, 115 Seventh St., Sugar Land, April 26 and 27.

LAMARQUE – Queen of Peace Church, 1224 Cedar at Laurel, will host its annual Spring Festival, “Many Cultures, One Faith,” Sunday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Events include raffle, silent auction, live auction beginning at 1:30 p.m., games and food booths. BBQ dinners will be sold from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call the church at 409-938-7000.

BLESSED SACRAMENT – 4015 Sherman, is hosting its 2008 Spring Festival. Sunday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Come out for fun, food and games for the entire family plus live entertainment by several groups, including Avizo.

ALVIN – St. John the Baptist Church is hosting its Annual Family Festival, Sunday, April 27. Games, bingo, auction, kolaches and Mexican food will make the day fun for all. Adult BBQ plates will be sold for $7 beginning at 11 a.m. Children’s plates are $4. Located at 110 E. South St.

GALENA PARK – Our Lady of Fatima is hosting its Spring Festival, Sunday, April 27, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Galena Park Community Center, 1302 Keene St. Raffle, amusements for all ages, games, refreshments, food, entertainment and auction. For more information, call 713-675-0981.

SPRING FESTIVAL – Queen of Peace Church and School, 3011 Telephone Rd., Houston, off I-45, Sunday, April 27, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. BBQ plates, tacos, enchiladas, tostadas, turkey legs and much more food. Fun game booths for all. Raffle. Live music featuring The Hometown Boys. Children’s carnival, moonwalks, face painting and much more! The weekend festivities will begin with a Pre-Spring Festival Dance, Friday, April 25, 8 p.m. to midnight, $5.00 at door. For more information, please call 713-921-6127.

ST. AMBROSE – 4213 Mangum Rd., is hosting its annual bazaar in honor of the church’s 50th Anniversary Sunday, April 27. The event will feature Super Bowl XXXVIII performers MANGO PUNCH, voted three-time winners of “Houston’s Best Latin Pop Band” Award by the Houston Press, playing live from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The “50 Years of Faith” celebration will also feature a live country band (Texas Sound Check), a DJ, a wide variety of food, kids’ games, family fun and the opportunity to win one of 10 great raffle prizes. For information, visit www.stambrosehouston.org  or e-mail deltoro27@comcast.net .

DANBURY – St. Anthony Church is hosting its Picnic-Bazaar, Sunday, May 2, in Skrabanek Park. BBQ beef and sausage, with homemade trimmings, serving 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donation is $7 per plate. Cakes, pies, kolaches and tea rings also will be available. Games and prizes, too. Auction begins at 12:30 p.m. Music by Mark Halata and Texavia Polka Band, 6 to 9 p.m.

POLISH FESTIVAL – Hosted by Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, 1731 Blalock Rd., Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Food, music and lots of fun for adults and children. www.houstonpolishfestival.org.

ST. FRANCIS DE SALES – is hosting its annual bazaar, Saturday, May 3, 6 p.m. to 1 a.m., and Sunday, May 4, noon to 9 p.m. on church grounds, 8200 Roos. Food court, live entertainment, bingo, country story, plants and more! Crafts, games and rides!

ST. CLARE OF ASSISI – is hosting its festival, May 3, 3131 El Dorado Blvd.  Inflatable slides and bounces and new toddler town. Craft booths, games and food for everyone. Proceeds to benefit parish ministries. Craft booths available. Call 281-286-7729 or visit www.stclarehouston.org/festival.

ST. JOHN – is hosting its annual bazaar, Sunday, May 4, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sponsored by Catholic Daughters Court 2557 & Knights of Columbus 8734. Free admission, kids’ booths, cake booth, food booths and more.  Live entertainment featuring: Groupo Fama, David Olivares, Promesa Mortal, La Mirada and Tejanos Alegres DJ.

ST. ROSE OF LIMA – 3600 Brinkman, Houston, is hosting its Annual Spring Festival, May 4, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fun for the whole family with music provided by the “Telstars”, games, inflatables for all ages, Country Store booth, cake booth, Silent Auction and much more. $7 chicken-fried chicken lunch provided by Ben’s Chuck Wagon from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and lots of other great food. Raffle tickets $1 each or $5 for a book of 6 with 12 great prizes, with a $1,500 American Express gift card as first prize. For more information and tickets, contact the church office at 713-692-9123.

OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL – is hosting its Annual Bazaar on Sunday, May 4, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., 6723 Reed Road. Come join us for all the fun and excitement including rides, games, moonwalks, entertainment, great food, music and a silent auction, and also a raffle drawing at 7 p.m.! Call Joe Falcone at 281-704-5934 for more information.

ST. FRANCIS CABRINI – is hosting its annual festival, Sunday, May 18, 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on church grounds, 10727 Hartsook St. Food, drinks, cakes, games, prizes and music for all ages! For more information, call 713-946-5768.

HITCHCOCK – Our Lady of Lourdes will host its annual bazaar on church grounds, 10114 Highway 6, Sunday June 1, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Raffle. Favorite foods include fried chicken, Mexican food and Cajun plates, along with a variety of snacks, drinks and treats. Indoor and outdoor festival games and booths running throughout the day include silent auction and prizes such as cakes, groceries, plants, country store, jewelry and fun activities for kids of all ages. A live auction begins at 1 p.m. followed by bingo from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. For questions, or to purchase raffle tickets, please contact the church at (409) 925-3579.

BAZAAR – Hosted by Our Lady Star of the Sea, 1401 Fidelity Rd., Saturday and Sunday, June 7 and 8. Both days include a big tent, food and music. Saturday, June 7, is Go Western Day with a two-step contest at 2 p.m., a Zydeco dance contest at 5 p.m. and a best-dressed Western contest, too. Music by six of the best DJs in town and J. Paul Jr. and Zydeco Nubreeds. Sunday, Zydeco by Nooney and Step Rideau. Bingo.

 

dances/banquets

CRAWFISH BOIL – Hosted by the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary Council and Court #252, Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., St. Gregory the Great Church, 10500 Nold St. Donation: $12. Featuring “Jabo.”

ZYDECO – St. Peter Claver Church Hall, 6005 N. Wayside Dr., May 3, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Music by Fred Rusk and the Zydeco Steppers. BBQ, gumbo, raffle, boudain, dance contest. Admission $10.

ST. LAURENCE SCHOOL GALA – Put on your jeans and don’t forget your “bling” because it’s “Denim and Diamonds” for the 16th annual auction benefiting St. Laurence School. Starting at 6 p.m. on May 3, enjoy a fun-filled evening that includes dinner, dancing to the What is Hip Band and participating in live and silent auctions. It all takes place at the Marriott Town Center in Sugar Land. For more information or to purchase tickets, call SLCS 281-980-0500 or email jenmar@yahoo.com.

FISH DINNERS – The Alvin-Manvel Knights of Columbus will serve fish dinners Friday, May 9, 5 to 7 p.m., at the K.C. Hall on Hwy 6 between Alvin & Manvel. All-You-Can-Eat for $8.00. They will serve U.S.-raised fried catfish, corn-on-the-cob, green beans, slaw, hushpuppies and iced tea. Carry outs are available. Call 281-585-1501 for more information. Fish dinners are served on the second Friday of each month throughout the year.

CRAWFISH FESTIVAL – Hosted by Our Lady Star of the Sea, 1401 Fidelity Rd., Sunday, May 18, noon to 6 p.m. Free indoor event. Live entertainment featuring Marcus Ardoin and Da Zydeco Legends and Zydeco Plus DJs.

 

workshops/seminars

PAX CHRISTI – Pax Christi Houston meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Maryknoll Olive Branch Room, 2360 Rice Blvd. in Houston. Pax Christi is a Catholic organization that promotes peace and justice. For more information, call 832-693-5710.

ENDOW – (Educating on the Nature & Dignity Of Women) engages the intellect of the “woman in the pew.” By providing knowledge and fellowship in an intimate group setting, ENDOW also fosters a sense of belonging and gives women the opportunity to deeply understand the faith that draws us together and the fellowship that keeps us together. Come join us for an ENDOW information session on Friday, May 16, at 11 a.m. in the St. Thomas Room at Sacred Heart in Conroe. Women of all parishes are invited to come learn about this dynamic ministry for women of all ages (middle school +). Call Amy at 936-520-7880 to reserve your space. www.EndowOnline.com .

FAMILY FAITH FORMATION – with Guest Presenter ValLimar Jansen on Sunday, May 18, 1:30 to 3 p.m., at St. Edith Stein Community, Katy. Blessed with an extraordinary voice, ValLimar is a highly-regarded recording artist, storyteller and workshop presenter. She has performed for audiences around the world (including the Holy Father). Bring the entire family for an afternoon of faith and inspiration. There is no cost for this event. For information, call Diane Flynn at 281-492-7500.

 

volunteers

VILLA DE MATEL – The Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, living in retirement at Villa de Matel Motherhouse, 6510 Lawndale, are in need of adult men and women volunteers to assist in various capacities. For information, call Maria Martinez, volunteer coordinator, at (713) 928-6053.

SAN JOSÉ CLINIC – A ministry of the archdiocese and United Way Agency that is dedicated to serving the uninsured, is seeking healthcare professionals, especially physicians and dentists, to volunteer their professional services at its downtown location. For more information, please contact San José Clinic’s Volunteer Department at (713) 228-9413 or volunteer@sanjoseclinic.org .

DOMINICAN SISTERS – The retired Dominican Sisters living at St. Dominic Villa, 6504 Almeda Rd. at Holcombe, are in need of kind men and women to join their volunteer program. Any assistance, such as providing transportation for a doctor’s appointment, assistance in typing/computer work, receptionist, medical assistance, light indoor/outdoor maintenance, gardening, etc. would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Dottie Ross, volunteer coordinator, at (281) 293-7767.

 

discernment

ADORATION – The Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament have Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in their convent chapel on the first Sunday of every month from after the 8:45 a.m. Mass until noon. Women who are discerning a religious vocation may wish to avail of this opportunity to pray with the Sisters and join us for lunch afterwards. Another opportunity is Shared Prayer (on the Sunday Scriptures) every Saturday, 7 to 8 p.m. The address is 3400 Bradford, Houston. For more information, call 713-668-0423.

MONTHLY DISCERNMENT GATHERING – This monthly gathering is for young adults ages 18 and up discerning a vocation to the priesthood and/or the religious life. Join priests, sisters, brothers, seminarians and other young adults for an evening of great food, rich prayer, inspirational music and compelling words as you grow in your courageous conviction to serve Christ and the Church. The next gathering will be on May 29, 2008, starting with dinner at 6 p.m. at the University of St. Thomas in the Ahern Room of the Crooker Center. For information, contact Jesse Garcia at (713) 652-8289 or email jgarcia@archgh.org .

CARMELITE NUNS – Women who are discerning a religious vocation might like to consider this opportunity. The Carmelite nuns sing evening prayer (Vespers) each Sunday evening at 5:30 p.m., following an hour of exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in their monastery chapel, Carmel of the Holy Trinity, 1100 Parthenon Place, New Caney, TX. You are welcome to come and join in prayer with them. If you have questions about the Carmelite contemplative-cloistered way of life, please contact Sr. Angel Sweeney, O.C.D. at (281) 399-0270.

LAY MISSIONARIES OF CHARITY – Those interested in the charism of Mother Teresa and living her ‘Simple Path’ are invited to ‘Come and see’. For more information about the Lay Missionaries of Charity and when we meet, contact Kathy Behrendt at (713-592-8230).

LAY CARMELITES – is one of the oldest religious orders, following a contemplative way of life in the active world. We go about our daily lives as husbands, wives, mothers and fathers, working in a secular society but following the examples of Elijah’s zeal and Our Lady’s love of prayer and detachment. For inquiry, contact Linda Thomas at 832-381-4215 (cell) or 281-673-6352 (work).

SECULAR FRANCISCAN ORDER – Lay men and women, married or single, wanting to live the Gospel following in the footsteps of St. Francis, are invited to consider the Secular Franciscans. For information, call Anne Daniels at (713) 752-2924.

 

potpourri

MULTI-FAMILY ESTATE SALE – Saturday, April 26, 8 a.m. to noon. Hosted on the campus of The Regis School of the Sacred Heart, 7330 Westview Drive at Antoine. Sports equipment, toys, clothing, home items.

RIGHTEOUS B CONCERT – Catholic hip-hop artist Righteous B will be hosting and performing at the Prince of Peace Youth Ministry Sunday Night Live send off party on Sunday night, April 27, following the 5 p.m. Sunday night Mass in the community center. Any youth group interested in joining us for worship or the concert should call Matt Regitz at (281) 469-2686 to find out more details on specific times, logistics and donation requests.

ETHNIC DIVERSITY NIGHT – Get ready and make a note on your calendars for Thursday, May 8, for the next Ethnic Diversity Night! It will honor the large Filipino ethnic group we have at St Laurence and it promises to be a big event under the auspices of Norma Benzon and Deacon Rey Arellano. If you want to contribute food or information, call Norma at 281-265-4630 and she will put you to work!

SHOPPES AND TREASURES – The St. Cecilia Woman’s Club will host its annual Shops & Treasures on Nov. 6 and 7, at the St. Cecilia Community Center at 11720 Joan of Arc Houston. For applications for booth space and more information, call Carol McCauley at 713-984-9439.

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