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From All Hallows’ Eve to our parish’s dedication anniversary, join St. Mary’s as we celebrate the saints in heaven, pray for our beloved dead, and give thanks for 97 years of worship in our church. Find Mass times and details for November 1–3.
Christian morality is more than a list of rules; it is a life shaped by love of God and neighbor. This series considers the moral life, marriage and sexual morality, and Catholic social teaching.
Trunk or Treat & Open House A free afternoon for the whole family Sunday, October 25, 2026 • 2:00–4:00 p.m.St. Mary’s Catholic School1019 S. 7th St., Temple, Texas Costumes encouraged. Plenty of candy. Games, family activities, school tours, and a warm welcome for everyone. See What to Expect Come for the fun. Get to know the school. Parish families, school families, neighbors, grandparents, and families exploring St. Mary’s are all invited. Bring the kids in
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.
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.
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
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.
Communion Services will replace the regularly scheduled Masses on September 2, 4, 5, and 9. Tuesday and Thursday Masses will continue according to the regular schedule.
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.
Begin with the essential questions of Christian faith: Who is God? Who is Jesus? And what does it mean to be a Christian? Come with your questions and take one faithful next step.
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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.
