Dear Parishioners,
1. Holy Qurbana Schedule
Sunday:
- 8:30 am: Holy Qurbana in Malayalam. CCD at 8:30 am.
- 10:30 am: Holy Qurbana in English.
Weekdays:
- Monday, March 3, 2025 (Vibhoothi Thirunnal or Ash Monday): There will be Holy Qurbana at 8:30 am and 7:00 pm, followed by the imposition of ashes and prayers.
- Tuesday through Thursday: Holy Qurbana at 8:30 am.
- Friday, March 7, 2025 (First Friday):
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- 5:00 pm - 6:40 pm: Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Adoration
- 7:00 pm: Holy Qurbana, followed by the St. Jude's Novena
- Saturday: Holy Qurbana at 8:30 am, followed by the Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
2. March 2025 Updates
- Ash Monday: The 50-Day Lenten Season begins on Ash Monday, March 3, 2025. Ash Monday is observed as a day of fasting and obligation. The Holy Qurbana will be celebrated daily throughout the Lenten Season.
- World Day of Prayer: The Kerala Ecumenical Christian Fellowship (KECF) of Dallas is organizing the World Day of Prayer on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. Please register and participate.
- Youth Camp Registration: Youth camp registration is now open and will close on March 9, 2025. Registration is available only through ParishOnNet. The camp will take place from Friday, March 14, to Monday, March 17. For details, please contact Noel Benny at 972-282-0292 or Thomman Shaji at 469-657-9855.
- Mathru Jyothis Meeting: There will be a Mathru Jyothis meeting next Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 10:00 am in the Parish Hall.
- Parish Council Meeting: Next Parish Council meeting is scheduled for Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 12:00 pm.
- General Body Meeting: The General Body meeting is scheduled for Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 10:00 am.
- Inter-Parish Talent Fest (IPTF) 2025: IPTF 2025 is scheduled for August 1-3, 2025, in Pearland, Houston. For registration, please contact the event coordinators Joshua George (469-570-3315) or Aparna Chukkiriyan (972-816-8281).
- Bringing a Bible to CCD Class: We encourage all CCD students to bring their Bible to class to help them learn the Bible better.
- 2024 Tax Statement: The 2024 tax statement can be printed from ParishOnNet. If you are unable to print your statement, please contact the Kaikkarans in the church office for assistance.
- Church Payments via Zelle: If you choose to make payments to the church via Zelle, please use payst.thomasgarland@gmail.com as the recipient email. Also, include the purpose of the payment and your parish Family ID number to help us accurately identify and process your payment.
- ParishOnNet Access: According to diocesan guidelines, we have initiated access to ParishOnNet for all parishioners. To access ParishOnNet for our church, please click on the ParishOnNet link. You can review your family details and church contribution statements through ParishOnNet.
3. Upcoming Events
- Lenten Retreat: The 2025 Lenten retreat is scheduled for April 11, 12, and 13. The retreat will be led by Rev. Dr. Thomas Karimundackal, S.J.
- Founding Members' Recognition in the Jubilee Year: 2025 marks the Jubilee year of the Chicago Diocese. There will be a gathering of the founding members of our parish on Sunday, April 27, at 8:30 am Holy Qurbana led by Bishop Emeritus Jacob Angadiath.
- Diocesan Eucharistic Congress: The first ever Syro Malabar Diocesan Eucharistic Congress will take place during Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, 2025, at St. Thomas Syro Malabar Catholic Church in Somerset, NJ. We encourage you to register for this event and join others in prayer, reflection, and worship as we celebrate our unity in Christ. Please click the link below for registration, the flyer with more details, and key contacts if you need further information.
https://www.smeucharisticcongress.us
- First Holy Communion: The Solemn First Holy Communion for the children will be on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 10:00 am.
4. Eucharistic Revival Updates
5. Safe Environment Updates
6. Additional Church Related Information
- Offertory Collection: When placing your offertory collection in the envelope, please ensure that you write your name, Family ID number, and clearly state the intended purpose of your donation.
- Church/Parish Hall Booking: To secure a booking for the church or parish hall for various purposes, individuals must complete the necessary form from the parish trustees' office.
God Bless You
Fr. James Nirappel
Church Main Office (972) 240-1100
Kaikkarans (Trustees):
Antony Nelluvelil (Tomy) (972) 533-7399
Kurian Mannanal (972) 741-0103
Mathew John (Raju) (214) 417-6717
Sunny Kochuparambil (972) 365-9506
Parish Council Secretary & Asst. Secretary:
Mini Joseph Vilangolil (972) 896-2515
Lissamma Xavier (Asst. Secretary) (817) 657-4427
Liturgy Coordinator:
Jose Paul (972) 589-0434
Parish Vicar:
Fr. James Nirappel (443) 414-2250
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