Dear Parishioners,
1. Holy Qurbana Schedule
Sunday:
- 8:30 am: Holy Qurbana in Malayalam.
- 10:30 am: Holy Qurbana in English.
Weekdays:
- Tuesday through Thursday: Holy Qurbana at 8:30 am.
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- 6:00 pm - 6:40 pm: Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession).
- 6:00 pm - 6:50 pm: Eucharistic Adoration, followed by St. Jude's Novena, and Holy Qurbana.
- Saturday: Holy Qurbana at 8:30 am, followed by the Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
2. July 2025 Updates
- Vacation Bible School (VBS): The St. Thomas VBS is being held from Monday, July 14, 2025, to Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm. If any parent still wants to register their children from Pre-K through 8th grade for the VBS, please contact Emil George at 214-299-0348.
- Sign Up to Be a CCD Teacher: We are looking for more volunteers to serve as CCD teachers this year. If any adult or youth would like to sign up to be a CCD teacher, please contact one of the CCD coordinators listed below. We especially encourage more youth to volunteer and help guide our younger students in faith.
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- George Varughese- 214-809-5490
- Joel Kuzhippillil - 214-868-9098
- Bertie Paul D'souza - 469-569-4834
- Jomol George - 203-305-4727
- Parish Council Meeting: Next Parish Council meeting is scheduled for Sunday, July 20, 2025, at 12:00 pm.
- Volunteer Needed for CML: We need a male volunteer to help with the Cherupushpa Mission League (CML). If you are interested in volunteering, please contact our Vicar, Rev. Fr. Siby Sebastian.
- Importance of Keeping the Church Premises Holy: As we gather in the church and parish hall for various events and celebrations, let us always remember to maintain their sanctity. These sacred spaces should remain places of reverence, prayer, and respect, reflecting their holy purpose in all that we do.
3. Upcoming Events
- Inter-Parish Talent Fest (IPTF) 2025: IPTF 2025 will be held from August 1-3, 2025, in Pearland, Houston. For any questions, please reach out to the event coordinators, Joshua George (469-570-3315) or Aparna Chukkiriyan (972-816-8281).
- Parish Picnic: Our Parish Picnic will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
4. Safe Environment Updates
5. Additional Church Related Information
- ParishOnNet Access: According to diocesan guidelines, we have provided ParishOnNet access to all parishioners. To access ParishOnNet for our church, please click on the ParishOnNet link. You can view your family details, church contributions, tax statements, CCD registration, and more. If you are unable to access ParishOnNet, please contact the Trustees.
- 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.
- 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 any purpose, individuals must complete the required form available at the Parish Trustees' Office.
God Bless You
Fr. Siby Sebastian MST
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:
Rev. Fr. Siby Sebastian MST (346) 270-0262
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