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Andrew Dinner: Lunch and Discernment for High School Men

High-school-aged young men are invited to an Andrew Dinner—“Lunch Edition”—for lunch, prayer, fellowship, and an honest conversation about discernment and the priesthood. You don’t need to have everything figured out. Come with an open heart and your questions.

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“Why Black Catholic Musicians Should Study Gregorian Chant”

Our very own, Dr. Darrell St. Romain recently published this article in the Black Catholic Messenger. In it he reflects on his experience of developing a greater appreciation for Gregorian Chant this summer and how it can enrich his experience and work as a Black Catholic Musician. We are grateful for Dr. St. Romain’s work here at St. Mary’s and the richness he brings to our community.

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New Saturday Mass and Confession Times Begin October 3

IMPORTANT SCHEDULE UPDATE New Saturday Mass and Confession Times Begin October 3 Beginning Saturday, October 3, 2026, St. Mary’s will have new regular times for Saturday Confessions and the Saturday anticipated Sunday Mass. New Saturday Schedule The following regular schedule takes effect Saturday, October 3. Saturday Confessions 3:00 PM Previously: 4:00 PM Saturday Anticipated Mass 4:30 PM Previously: 5:30 PM Sunday Masses 7:30 AM & 9:30 AM No change Why Is the Schedule Changing? Earlier

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Date Night Out September 19

On Saturday, September 19, from 6 PM – 8:30 PM step away from the busyness and enjoy an evening designed to help you reconnect, laugh, and grow closer. Come as you are—we’ll make the night easy. Free childcare is available as you and your beloved go for a night out.

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Called By Name Sunday 2026

Join St. Mary’s and parishes across the Diocese of Austin in praying for vocations and encouraging men and women whom God may be calling to the priesthood or religious life.

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That Man Is You: The Fight of Faith Begins September 15

MEN’S FORMATION AT ST. MARY’S If you’ve been waiting for a sign… That Man Is You: The Fight of Faith Wherever you are in your spiritual life, Jesus Christ wants to encounter you right there – and take you further. Register for That Man Is You See the Tuesday Schedule BEGINS Tuesday, September 15 WEEKLY Breakfast starts at 6:00 a.m. Video at 6:15 AM LOCATION St. Mary’s O’Reilly Room INVITATION All adult men are welcome

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St. Mary’s 4th and 5th Graders Participate in The Catechetical Choir

St. Mary’s Catholic School Raising Young Voices in Prayer Our 4th and 5th grade students recently participated in The Catechetical Choir, a beautiful program that helps children grow in faith, musical excellence, and a deeper love for the worship of God. Sacred music forms the heart. At St. Mary’s, we want every student to have opportunities to know, love, and serve Jesus Christ. The Catechetical Choir gives children a powerful way to do just that:

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Help Care for the Mission: Facilities and Grounds Openings at St. Mary’s

1018 S. 7th Street, Temple, TX 76504 254-773-4541 welcome@stmarytempletx.org Mass Times Facebook Contact Us Now Hiring at St. Mary’s Help Care for the Mission St. Mary’s Catholic Church and School is hiring mission-minded team members to help care for our parish and school campus — a place of worship, formation, learning, hospitality, and service. View Both Openings & Apply See Positions Work That Supports Worship, Formation, and Hospitality The work of caring for our buildings

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Listen to Fr. Will’s Homily from last week about the amazing things happening at St. Mary’s and learn how you can help.