Called "the Beggar of Rome," a pilgrim recluse. He was born in Amettes, France, on March 25, 1748, the eldest of eighteen children. Studying under his uncle, a parish priest, at Erin, France, Benedict tried to join the Trappists, Carthusians, and Cistercians but was refused by these orders. In 1770, he made a pilgrimage to the major shrines of Europe, settling in Rome in 1774. There he lived near the Colosseum and earned fame for his sanctity. Benedict was devoted to the Blessed Sacrament and attended the Forty Hours devotion in the city. He died in Rome on April 16, and was beatified in 1860. His feast day is April 16. St. Benedict Joseph Labre 1748 - 1783 Feast Day: April 16 Location: Rome Identifiers: Confessor Relic located in the: TBD Type of Relic: A piece of bone Labre was born in 1748 in the village of Amettes, near Arras, in the former Province of Artois in the north of France. He was the eldest of fifteen children of a prosperous shopkeeper, Jean-Baptiste Labre, and his wife, Anne Grandsire. Labre had an uncle, a parish priest, living some distance from his family home; this uncle gladly received him, and undertook his early education for the priesthood. At the age of sixteen, he approached his uncle about becoming a Trappist monk, but his parents told him he would have to wait until he grew older. When Benedict was about eighteen, an epidemic struck the city, and uncle and nephew busied themselves in the service of the sick. While the uncle took care of the souls and bodies of the people, Benedict went to and for caring for the cattle. Among the last victims of the epidemic was Labre's uncle. Labre set off for La Trappe Abbey to apply to the Order, but did not come up to their requirements. He was under age, he was too delicate; he had no special recommendations. He later attempted to join the Carthusians and Cistercians, but each order rejected him as unsuitable for communal life. He was, for about six weeks, a postulant with the Carthusians at Neuville. In November 1769 he obtained admission to the Cistercian Abbey of Sept-Fonts. After a short stay at Sept-Fonts his health gave way, and it was decided that his vocation lay elsewhere. Labre, according to Catholic tradition, experienced a desire, which he considered was given to him by God and inspired by the example of Alexius of Rome and that of the Franciscan tertiary pilgrim, Saint Roch, to "abandon his country, his parents, and whatever is flattering in the world to lead a new sort of life, a life most painful, most penitential, not in a wilderness nor in a cloister, but in the midst of the world, devoutly visiting as a pilgrim the famous places of Christian devotion." Labre joined the Third Order of Saint Francis and settled on a life of poverty and pilgrimage. He first traveled to Rome on foot, subsisting on what he could get by begging. He then traveled to most of the major shrines of Europe, often several times each. He visited the various shrines in Loreto, Assisi, Naples, and Bari in Italy, Einsiedeln in Switzerland, Paray-le-Monial in France, and Santiago de Compostela in Spain. During these trips he would always travel on foot, sleeping in the open or in a corner of a room, with his clothes muddy and ragged. On one occasion he stopped at the farmhouse of Matthieu and Marie Vianney, who would later become the parents of Curé d'Ars. He lived on what little he was given, and often shared the little he did receive with others. He is reported to have talked rarely, prayed often, and accepted quietly the abuse he received. In so doing, Labre was following in the role of the mendicant, the "Fool-for-Christ," found more often in the Eastern Church. He spent many hours in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. He would often swoon when contemplating the crown of thorns, in particular, and, during these states, it is said he would levitate or bilocate. He was also said to have cured some of the other homeless he met and to have multiplied bread for them. In the last years of his life (his thirties), he lived in Rome, for a time living in the ruins of the Colosseum, and would leave only to make a yearly pilgrimage to the shrine of Our Lady of Loreto. He was a familiar figure in the city and known as the "saint of the Forty Hours" (or Quarant' Ore) for his dedication to Eucharistic adoration. The day before he died, Labre collapsed on the steps of the church of Santa Maria ai Monti, blocks from the Colosseum, and despite his protestations was charitably taken to a house behind the church at Via dei Serpenti 2. He died there of malnutrition and exhaustion on 16 April 1783, during Holy Week, and was buried in the Church of Santa Maria ai Monti. ( https://www.catholic.org/saints/ ) Next Item Previous Item

Saint Paul of the Cross, a mystic and founder of the Passionists, was born in 1694 in Italy. From a young age, he felt a burning desire to devote his life to God. Paul endured spiritual trials and temptations, but through fervent prayer and austere penance, he found solace in the Passion of Christ. In 1720, he founded the Passionist Congregation, dedicated to preaching the love and mercy of Jesus Crucified. Paul’s deep contemplation of the Cross inspired profound conversions and miraculous healings. His unwavering faith and zeal for souls led to his canonization, leaving an enduring legacy of devotion to the suffering Christ. St. Paul of the Cross 1694 - 1775 Feast Day: October 20 Location: Italy Identifiers: Confessor, Founder of Passionists Relic located in the: Right Reliquary Type of Relic: A piece of bone Saint Paul of the Cross, known as the “Apostle of the Passion of Christ,” lived a life of profound devotion, unwavering faith, and intense spirituality. The founder of The Congregation of the Passion of Jesus Christ, commonly referred to as the Passionists, Saint Paul of the Cross led a mission-filled life to promote the love of Christ’s Passion to the world. Paul Danei was born on January 3, 1694, in the town of Ovada, Italy. Raised in a devout Catholic family, he experienced a deep longing for God from a young age. His mother, Maria Anna, nurtured his faith and encouraged his spiritual growth, instilling in him a love for prayer and contemplation. At the age of 19, Paul experienced a profound spiritual encounter that would shape the course of his life. During a vision, he saw the Crucified Christ, who imparted to him a profound understanding of the suffering and love embodied in the Passion. This transformative experience ignited a fervent desire within Paul to dedicate his life to the contemplation and promotion of the Passion of Christ. In response to his vision and calling, Paul of the Cross founded the Congregation of the Passion of Jesus Christ in 1720. The Passionists, as they came to be known, sought to follow the footsteps of Christ in His Passion, dedicating their lives to prayer, penance, and preaching the love and mercy found in the sufferings of Jesus. Despite initial challenges and opposition, Paul’s charisma and unwavering faith drew followers to his cause. He emphasized the importance of humility, simplicity, and the pursuit of holiness in imitating Christ’s sacrifice. The Congregation grew, spreading throughout Italy and eventually reaching other parts of the world. Saint Paul of the Cross was renowned for his deep prayer life and his intense focus on the Passion of Christ. He spent long hours in solitary prayer and meditation, seeking union with God and immersing himself in the sufferings of Jesus. Recognizing the transformative power of contemplating Christ’s Passion, Paul sought to awaken in others a fervent love for the suffering Savior. Through his writings, sermons, and personal encounters, he shared his profound spiritual insights, inviting others to embrace the Cross and find solace and redemption in Christ’s sacrificial love. Saint Paul of the Cross had a strong missionary zeal and a burning desire to bring the message of Christ’s Passion to all people. He preached extensively, using his words to ignite hearts with the love of God and to inspire profound conversion and spiritual renewal. Paul also had a remarkable gift for spiritual direction, offering guidance and support to individuals seeking a deeper relationship with God. He encouraged others to embrace the Cross, to surrender their lives to God’s will, and to find hope and peace in the midst of trials. Paul of the Cross exemplified holiness through his life of profound prayer, penance, and contemplation of the Passion. His humility, simplicity, and unwavering devotion to God drew many to seek his guidance and companionship. His commitment to the Passion of Christ became a powerful witness to the transformative love and mercy found in the sufferings of Jesus. He lived an inspiring life, motivating countless Christians to grow in their faith, before passing away on October 18, 1775. He was canonized by Pope Pius IX in 1867. His feast day is October 19. Saint Paul of the Cross was a man of deep faith and compassion. He dedicated his life to spreading the message of Christ’s Passion, and his work has had a profound impact on the Church and the world. Paul was a gifted preacher and writer, and his words continue to inspire people today. He was also a humble man who always put the needs of others before his own. Paul of the Cross was a true saint, and his legacy continues to live on. Next Item Previous Item

St. Dominic Guzmán, the founder of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), was a man of prayer and a dedicated servant of God. Born in Caleruega, Spain, around 1170, he came from a noble family and received a comprehensive education. St. Dominic demonstrated a deep love for the poor and a strong commitment to the study of Sacred Scripture. He sold his valuable books to support famine victims, exemplifying his selflessness and devotion to serving others. St. Dominic’s spirituality was characterized by his profound communion with God and his unwavering dedication to the salvation of souls. St. Dominic 1170 - 1221 Feast Day: August 8 Location: Spain & Italy Identifiers: Confessor, Founder of Dominicans Relic located in the: Left Reliquary Type of Relic: A piece of bone Dominic is the Founder of the Order of Preachers, the Dominicans. The son of Felix de Guzman, a noble, and Blessed Joan of Aza, he was born in Calaruega, Spain in 1170. In 1184, Dominic began studies at the University of Palencia, becoming a canon regular at the cathedral of Osma in 1199. In 1203, Dominic accompanied Blessed Diego de Azevedo to southern France to preach against the Albigensian heretics and to reform the local monasteries. Dominic opened a convent in Prouille for women converts from Albigensianism. The priests he placed in charge of the convent were the core of his new order. In 1208, Peter of Castelnau, the papal legate, was murdered by the Albigensians. Pope Innocent III subsequently started a crusade to put an end to the heresy. Simon IV de Monfort headed this seven-year campaign. Dominic accompanied the army to preach to the Albigensians, without success. In 1214, Simon IV de Montfort gave him a castle at Caseneuil. There Dominic and six companions founded the Order of Preachers. A the Twelfth General Council (Fourth Council of the Lateran, 1215) the order was denied approval, but the next year Pope Honorius III granted Dominic his approval and blessings. Dominic spent the last years of his life organizing the order. He traveled throughout Italy, Spain and France. The Dominicans relied upon the usual religious customs and traditions but provided intellectual pursuits that attracted great scholars. The Dominicans also observed the ascetical spirit of the era, as well as genuine zeal in reaching the common people. With the Franciscans, founded by St. Francis of Assisi, the Dominicans formed the “Mendicants,” a daring venture that broadened the Church’s appeal. Dominic convened the first general council of the Order of Preachers in Bologna, Italy, in 1220. He died there on August 8, the following year. He was canonized in 1234. His feast day is August 8. Next Item Previous Item

Get to know all the clergy (pastor, priests, and deacons) and staff serving the community of St. Anthony of Padua. Priests Fr. Jesse Garcia Pastor (Bilingüe) sdewlen@ap.church 832-482-4121 Fr. Viet Nguyen Parochial Vicar frviet@ap.church 832-482-4121 Fr. Renni Ariplackal Hospital Chaplain frrenni@ap.church 832-482-4121 Fr. Mathew Thottiyil Parochial Vicar frmathew@ap.church 832-482-4121 Deacons Dcn. Dan Dragone Deacon ddragone@ap.church 281-419-8700 Dcn. Eduardo Mejia Deacon (Bilingüe) emejia@ap.church 281-419-8700 Dcn. Franco Knoepffler Deacon (Bilingüe) fknoepffler@ap.church 281-419-8700 Dcn. Mike Krall Deacon mkrall@ap.church 281-419-8700 Dcn. Mitch Vicknair Deacon mvicknair@ap.church 281-419-8700 Dcn. Rick Vogel Deacon rvogel@ap.church 281-419-8700 Dcn. Scott Broussard Deacon & Liturgy Manager sbroussard@ap.church 832-482-4061 Dcn. Tom Vicknair Deacon tvicknair@ap.church 281-419-8700 Parish Staff Adriana Flower Food Pantry Manager (Bilingüe) aflower@ap.church 832-482-4210 Amy Cordova Liturgy Assistant acordova@ap.church 832-482-4209 Angie Muckenthaler Confirmation Coord amuckenthaler@ap.church 832-482-4038 Barbara Beale Director of Parish Administration bbeale@ap.church 832-482-4133 Bridgid Sharp Nursery Coordinator bsharp@ap.church 281-419-8700 Carl Mueller Facilities Technician cmueller@ap.church 281-419-8700 Carol Wolfe Marriage Assistant cwolfe@ap.church 832-482-4123 Casey Barnes Facilities Planner cbarnes@ap.church 832-482-4060 Cheryl Ray Administrative Assistant cray@ap.church 832-482-4113 Chris Nolin Music Manager cnolin@ap.church 832-482-4038 Claudia Avena Baptism Coordinator (Bilingüe) cavena@ap.church 832-482-4033 Danel Brodie Outreach Coordinator dbrodie@ap.church 832-482-4116 Deborah Weidemann Accounting Manager dweidemann@ap.church 832-482-4124 Diane Czerniak Elementary FF Manager dczerniak@ap.church 832-482-4037 Erika Reyes Facilities Technician (Bilingüe) ereyes@ap.church 281-419-8700 Franklin Marsan Director of Outreach (Bilingüe) fmarsan@ap.church 832-482-4128 Janine Braun Director of Facilities jbraun@ap.church 832-482-4101 Joe Corona Development Manager jcorona@ap.church 832-482-4203 John Saladino Facilities Technician jsaladino@ap.church 281-419-8700 John Paulus Facilities Technician jpaulus@ap.church 281-419-8700 John Liptrap IT Manager jliptrap@ap.church 832-482-4131 Juana Moya Facilities Technician (Bilingüe) jmoya@ap.church 281-419-8700 Kate Mims Director of Evangelization kmims@ap.church 832-482-4109 Katie Krall Adult FF/ Marriage Manager kkrall@ap.church 832-482-4147 Kevin Johnson Network Administrator kjohnson@ap.church 832-482-4044 Leslie Bevilacqua Sacramental Preparation Coord (Bilingüe) lbevilacqua@ap.church 832-482-4062 Lillie Harwood Little Saints Manager lharwood@ap.church 832-482-4111 Mark Vallone Youth Minister mvallone@ap.church 832-482-4135 Mary Batey Communications & Chapel Manager mbatey@ap.church 832-482-4115 Mary Jo Vogel Elementary FF Coordinator mvogel@ap.church 832-482-4132 Michelle Priddy Receptionist mpriddy@ap.church 281-296-2800 Myriam DeKoster Hispanic Hospitality (Bilingüe) mdekoster@ap.church 832-482-4068 Ryan Berger Seminarian rberger@ap.church 832-482-4059 Dcn. Scott Broussard Deacon & Liturgy Manager sbroussard@ap.church 832-482-4061 Shelly Wilson Confirmation & YM Manager swilson@ap.church 832-482-4136 Stephen O'Connell Facilities Manager spoconnell@ap.church 832-482-4130 Susan Dewlen Executive Clergy Assistant sdewlen@ap.church 832-482-4121 Tory Rollins Little Saints Administrative Asst. vrollins@ap.church 832-482-4146 Tracy Miesch Application & Data Administrator tmiesch@ap.church 832-482-4041 Trevor O'Sullivan Coordinator of Music & Sound tosullivan@ap.church 832-482-4072 Ximena Noonan Youth Ministry Admin Assistant (Bilingüe) xnoonan@ap.church 832-482-4217

Chapel and Relics What are Relics? A relic is an object that is considered holy or sacred because it is associated with a saint or a significant event in the life of Jesus or the early Church. The term “relics of the Saints” primarily refers to the bodies or notable parts of the bodies of the Saints who, as distinguished members of Christ’s mystical Body and as Temples of the Holy Spirit, now dwell in Heaven but once lived on earth. Objects that belonged to the Saints, such as personal items, clothing, and manuscripts, are also considered relics, as well as objects that have touched their bodies or tombs, such as oils, cloths, and images. Saints in our Reliquary Wood of the True Cross 1st Century Feast Day: September 14 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information Veil of the Blessed Mother 1st Century Feast Day: January 1 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information The Holy Innocents 1st Century Feast Day: December 28 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Agatha 231 - 251 Feast Day: February 5 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Andrew the Apostle 1st Century Feast Day: November 30 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Angela Merici 1474 - 1540 Feast Day: January 27 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Anthony of Padua 1195 - 1231 Feast Day: June 13 Relic located in the: Main Church by the St. Anthony statue More Information St. Anthony of the Desert 250 - 356 Feast Day: January 17 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Auguste Chapdelaine 1814 - 1856 Feast Day: February 27 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Augustin Schoeffler 1822 - 1851 Feast Day: May 1 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Aurelia ~300 Feast Day: September 25 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Benedict Joseph Labre 1748 - 1783 Feast Day: April 16 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Benedict of Nursia 480 - 547 Feast Day: July 11 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Benedict the Moor 1526 - 1589 Feast Day: April 4 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Bonaventure 1221 - 1274 Feast Day: July 15 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Catherine Labouré 1806 - 1876 Feast Day: November 28 Relic located in the: Main Church next to the Blessed Virgin Mary statue More Information St. Christopher ~220 - 251 Feast Day: July 25 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Clare of Assisi 1194 - 1253 Feast Day: August 11 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Desiderius of Langres d. 407 Feast Day: May 23 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Dominic 1170 - 1221 Feast Day: August 8 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 1774 - 1821 Feast Day: January 4 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Faustus of Córdova d. 304 Feast Day: October 13 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Frances Xavier Cabrini 1850 - 1917 Feast Day: November 13 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Francis Caracciolo 1563 - 1608 Feast Day: June 4 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Francis de Sales 1567 - 1622 Feast Day: January 24 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Francis of Assisi 1181 - 1226 Feast Day: October 4 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows 1838 - 1862 Feast Day: February 27 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Gemma Galgani 1878 - 1903 Feast Day: April 11 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Illuminatus 3rd - 4th Century Feast Day: No Assigned Date Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. James the Lesser Apostle 1st Century Feast Day: May 3 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Jerome 342 - 420 Feast Day: September 30 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. John Brito 1647 - 1693 Feast Day: February 4 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. John Francis Regis 1597 - 1640 Feast Day: June 16 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. John Neumann 1811 - 1860 Feast Day: January 5 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. John Paul II 1920 - 2005 Feast Day: October 22 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. John Vianney 1786 - 1859 Feast Day: August 4 Relic located in the: Priest Sacristy More Information St. John the Apostle 1st Century Feast Day: December 27 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Josemaría Escrivá 1902 - 1975 Feast Day: June 26 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Joseph of Cupertino 1603 - 1663 Feast Day: September 18 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Jude Thaddeus the Apostle 1st Century Feast Day: October 28 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Julia 5th Century Feast Day: May 22 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Justin 100 - 165 Feast Day: June 1 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Katharine Drexel 1858 - 1955 Feast Day: March 3 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Maria Goretti 1890 - 1902 Feast Day: July 6 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Mary Magdalene 1st Century Feast Day: July 22 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Maximilian Kolbe 1894 - 1941 Feast Day: August 14 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Monica 332 - 387 Feast Day: August 27 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Padre Pio 1887 - 1968 Feast Day: September 23 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Paul of the Cross 1694 - 1775 Feast Day: October 20 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Peregrine Laziosi 1260 - 1345 Feast Day: May 1 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information St. Peter of Alcántara 1499 - 1562 Feast Day: October 19 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Peter of Verona 1205 - 1252 Feast Day: April 29 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Peter the Apostle 1st Century Feast Day: June 29 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Pius X 1835 - 1914 Feast Day: August 21 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Rocco 1295 - 1378 Feast Day: August 16 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Rose of Lima 1586 - 1617 Feast Day: August 23 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Rose of Viterbo 1234 - 1252 Feast Day: September 4 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Simon the Apostle 1st Century Feast Day: October 28 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Teresa of Calcutta 1910 - 1997 Feast Day: September 5 Relic located in the: Right Reliquary More Information St. Teresa of Ávila 1515 - 1582 Feast Day: October 15 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Thomas Aquinas 1225 - 1274 Feast Day: January 28 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Thomas the Apostle 1st Century Feast Day: July 3 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Thérèse of Lisieux 1863 - 1897 Feast Day: October 1 Relic located in the: Center Reliquary More Information St. Tranquilus 3rd - 4th Century Feast Day: July 6 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Verecundus d.c. 522 Feast Day: October 22 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Vincent Ferrer 1350 - 1419 Feast Day: April 5 Relic located in the: TBD More Information St. Vincent de Paul 1581 - 1660 Feast Day: September 27 Relic located in the: Left Reliquary More Information

Volunteer Opportunities Are you looking to give your time and volunteer at St. Anthony's? Below are all the opportunities for you to get involved! St. Anthony of Padua requires all adults (18 years +) volunteering with our parish to be in compliance with Safe Environment. If you have not taken the Safe Environment Training, click the link below to complete it. If you have questions, please contact us. Safe Environment Training Contact Us Filter by Category Select Category Contact Us Altar Servers Liturgy Altar Servers provide respectful and reverent altar service at our Lord’s table during scheduled liturgies. The Altar Server ministry is open to those who have completed the fourth grade, have received their First Holy communion, and are members of a family that is registered in our Parish. Contact us Breaking Bread Hospitality On Sundays after Mass, parishioners are invited over to Fr. Jesse's home to share a light meal with him. We are in need of volunteers to help "host" the Breaking Bread sessions. Contact Us EMHC Liturgy Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) assist the pastor and deacon in distributing Holy Communion during Mass. Contact Us EMHC Visitation Liturgy This extension of our liturgy permits commissioned Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to bring the Blessed Sacrament to those who are homebound or in a hospital setting. Contact Us Fellowship Sunday Hospitality Fellowship Sunday is a great opportunity for our parish to come together after Mass and enjoy some donuts, coffee, and community! Come meet some new friends, and learn about the various ministries and events going on in our Parish. If you would like to volunteer for Fellowship Sunday, contact us. Contact Us Food Pantry Outreach Many Volunteers are needed for the daily operations of the St. Anthony’s Bread Food Pantry: Unload truck deliveries from different vendors, sort food donations received, stock shelves, pre-pack bags of food, deliver bags/boxes of food to those in need by loading cars on food delivery days. Learn More Honduras Mission Outreach Every year, our missionaries work in outdoor clinics, schools and churches providing medical and dental care for hundreds of villagers in need of attention. Services include: check-ups, consultations, dental extractions and restorations and the distribution of medicines and vitamins. Contact Us Instituted Acolyte Liturgy The Instituted Acolyte is appointed to assist the Deacon and serve the Priest during the Mass. He is an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion. The primary responsibility is to assist with the purification of vessels used in the distribution of Holy Communion. Learn More Kolbe Prison Ministry Outreach Kolbe Prison Ministries is an apostolate to those incarcerated men in Texas prisons. We run three day retreats, bible studies, RCIA Classes, praise and worship, and much more! Contact Us Lector Liturgy Lectors proclaim the Word of God at Mass so as to bring alive the scriptures in the hearts of the faithful gathered. Contact Us Misc Volunteer Outreach Not sure where you want to give your time? Contact our Outreach Coordinator to learn more about volunteering opportunties Learn More Music Ministry Liturgy The Music Ministry creates an atmosphere of celebration and reverence to God through music for all Masses. St Anthony's music program includes cantors, choir(s), and instrumentalists to share in the musical experience of prayer. If you are interested in volunteering with our music ministry, we are always looking for singers, musicians, and admin help! Learn More Pro-Life Ministry Outreach The Pro-Life Council at St Anthony of Padua is dedicated to promoting a Culture of Life throughout our community through pastoral ministry, education, advocacy and prayer. We are committed to recognizing and protecting of the dignity of every human life, especially where most vulnerable. Contact Us Sacristan Liturgy The Sacristan’s supervises the set-up for Daily and Weekend Masses. They coordinate the Liturgical Ministers (EMHC’s, Ushers, Greeters) who are serving at that specific Mass. The Sacristan is responsible for the set-up and physical arrangement of the Liturgy. Contact Us St. Clare's Society Outreach St. Clare’s Society prepares lap-sized prayer blankets for those who may be in need of spiritual comfort during times of physical or emotional illness. The blankets are a witness to our belief in the healing power of prayer. Please stop by the Parish Office and pick up a prayer blanket for a loved one! Contact Us St. Daniel Prison Ministry Outreach St. Daniel Prison Ministry serves the incarcerated men and women in Texas prisons through bible studies and praise and worship. Contact Us St. Leonard Rosary Outreach St. Leonard Society makes specially designed rosaries for incarcerated men and women in prisons throughout the state of Texas. SLRG has provided over 9,000 rosaries over the last four years. Email us if you are interested in helping with this ministry even from the comfort of your own home! Contact Us St. Vincent de Paul Outreach St. Vincent De Paul helps tackle poverty and disadvantage by providing direct practical assistance to anyone in need. This is usually provided as short-term assistance to those in crisis in the form of rent assistance, utility bills, or other emergency funding. Volunteers will answer phones, scheduling and conducting home visits, pledging funds and paying client bills. Contact Us Usher Liturgy Ushers are vital to Mass on Sundays. We welcome individuals of all ages and backgrounds who are eager to extend a warm hand of welcome to those around them. Learn More Walking With Moms Outreach Pregnant and parenting moms in need are in our local community and we are increasing awareness of resources available to mothers and families in need. Contact Us Wedding Coordinator Liturgy The Wedding Coordinator is responsible for running the wedding rehearsal the day before the wedding. Then on the big day, they are responsible for setting up the church, and assisting the musicians, florists, photographers, and families as they arrive for this special day and making them feel at ease as they await the ceremony to start. Contact Us Welcoming Team Hospitality We are seeking volunteers who can arrive 30 minutes before Sunday mass to warmly greet parishioners in the piazza and the church entrances, offering assistance when needed.

Grow in your Faith Are you looking to deepen your faith? There are plenty of opportunities for adults to get involved at our parish. We have Bible Studies, Community Groups, Prayer and Devotions, Classes, Retreats, Organizations, and Groups in Spanish. I Want to Volunteer Contact Us Filter by Category Select Category ACTS Retreats Various Times English & Spanish Retreat ACTS is a Parish Weekend Retreat that brings people closer to God and helps them build a relationship with Jesus. It’s based on Adoration, Community, Theology, and Service which is patterned after the description of the early Church by the Acts of the Apostles. Upcoming Retreats Baptism Prep - Part 1 Online English Class At St Anthony of Padua, the preparation for baptism is offered as a two part program. Part 1 is an online, self-led study done at your own pace. Part 2 is an in-person, classroom experience led by one of our parish deacons. More Information Breaking Bread Sundays English & Spanish Community Group Are you looking to meet other parishioners in a smaller setting? Breaking Bread is an opportunity for you to have a meal with our Pastor, Fr. Jesse and other parishioners in the priest home (rectory). Those who are 21+ are welcome to sign up for any available time slots. More Information Catholic Daughters Various Times English Only Organization Catholic Daughters of the Americas® (CDA) is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women. Formed in 2015, Court St. Jane Frances de Chantal #2699 is the local charter instituted at St. Anthony of Padua. Our members, women ages 18 and older, have answered the call to say YES to make a difference through spirituality and service in the community. More Information Circle of Friends Various Times English Only Community Group Circle of Friends is a group dedicated to supporting individuals through personal fellowship, educational and spiritual events and fun activities. Membership is open to all persons who are single, divorced, widowed or separated. This ministry is not a dating service but it is a great way to meet new friends, to share common experiences or to enjoy companionship with others. Register Communal First Saturdays 1st Saturday of the Month English & Spanish Devotion Communal First Saturdays provides a way of fulfilling Our Lady of Fatima’s request for the First Saturday and thereby helping bring about world peace and the salvation of souls. More Information Cornerstone Evening Mondays at 6:30 PM English Only Bible Study The Cornerstone Catholic Scripture Study strives to build, strengthen and deepen a personal and loving relationship with God and His people through prayer and the study of His Word. It incorporates daily studying the Word, Prayer, daily lessons, small group sharing, personal Reflections, and a Written Commentary. Register Cornerstone Morning Wednesdays at 9:45 AM English Only Bible Study The Cornerstone Catholic Scripture Study strives to build, strengthen and deepen a personal and loving relationship with God and His people through prayer and the study of His Word. It incorporates daily studying the Word, Prayer, daily lessons, small group sharing, personal Reflections, and a Written Commentary. Register Cristificate Mondays at 10 AM Spanish Only Class Symbolon - The explanation of the Catholic faith. Symbolon intends to help people more deeply in increasing the apostolic faith, which has existed for 2000 years in the Church that Christ founded. Register Daily Communal Rosary Before Daily Mass English & Spanish Devotion Join us for Liturgy of the Hours at 8 AM and a Communal Rosary at 8:30 AM all before the 9:00 AM Daily Mass in the Our Lady of the Angels Chapel. See below for specifics. More Information Divine Mercy Cenacle Mondays at 10 AM English Only Devotion We study the Diary of St. Faustina using a formation manual with weekly lessons along with appropriate references from the Bible and Catechism of the Catholic Church. We emphasize and promote the concept that the Divine Mercy message is more than a devotion: It is a Way of Life. We learn the role of trust, forgiveness, and mercy in our daily lives. Register El Camino Thursdays at 6:30 PM Spanish Only Class El Camino es un grupo de Evangelización y Catequesis para Adultos en Español donde podrás crecer y fortalecer tu fe y amor a Dios, en un ambiente de comunidad fraterno y tranquilo. Register First Friday Devotion 1st Friday of the Month English Only Devotion First Friday Hour of Reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus comes from when Our Lord appeared to St. Margaret Mary Alocoque, and gave her the special task to spread devotion to His Most Sacred Heart at a time when religion was growing cold in the hearts of mankind. More Information Great Adventure Bible Study Various Times English & Spanish Bible Study The Great Adventure (TGA) bible study is designed in such a way that anyone can make sense of the Bible and experience the life-changing power of God’s word. TGA introduces Catholics to scripture, equipping them with a basic biblical literacy. There are multiple classes offered each semester. Register Holy Name Retreats Various Times English & Spanish Retreat Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center supports and encourages the great human and spiritual adventure: the discovery of God and God’s loving compassion through Christ Crucified. Holy Name exists to provide hospitality, healing, compassion, and opportunities for spiritual growth for all people. Retreats are offered on many different weekends throughout the year. Upcoming Retreats Intercessory Prayer 3rd Saturday of the Month English & Spanish Devotion Join your parish family for Intercessory Prayer on the third Saturday of the month immediately following 10:00 am daily Mass. There is no registration required for those who have a prayer request. Our prayer teams desire to pray for you! More Information Knights of Columbus Various Times English Only Organization The Knights of Columbus Council 12327 is for Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place, while supporting their Church. It is through these five service areas – Faith, Community, Family, Youth and Fellowship – that we truly make a difference. More Information La Divina Misericordia Lunes a las 12 PM Spanish Only Devotion El Cenáculo de La Divina Misericordia es un grupo de oración, para experimentar el esplendor de nuestra fe Católica a través de la devoción y el Mensaje de La Divina Misericordia. Basado en la enseñanza de las Sagradas Escrituras, el Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica y el Diario de Santa Faustina; es una maravillosa oportunidad para crecer en la fe y confianza en el Señor y ayudar a la salvación de las almas. Más Información Ladies Auxiliary Various Times English Only Organization Ladies Auxiliary is comprised of the wives, daughters, sisters, and widows of Knights of Columbus members. The Ladies Auxiliary aids the Council’s spiritual and charitable growth. The Auxiliary enhances the social life of the entire family, promotes good fellowship and love, and performs selected works of charity. Register Legion of Mary Various Times English & Spanish Devotion Legion of Mary is an apostolate centered on prayers and works of mercy. The primary objective of the Legion of Mary is the holiness of its members, under the auspices of our Blessed Mother – Queen of the Legion of Mary. Through participation in the various programs of the organization, members develop an active prayer life, enhanced by serving others within our parish community. More Information Liturgy of the Hours Before Daily Mass English Only Devotion Join us in praying the Liturgy of the Hours before the 9:00 AM Daily Mass. All are welcome Monday – Friday in the Our Lady of the Angels Chapel beginning at 8:00 AM. A rosary will follow the Liturgy of the Hours and then Mass. More Information Lord Teach Me to Pray Various Times English Only Class Lord Teach Me To Pray (LTMTP) is a three-part Ignatian prayer series that endeavors to bring the Holy Spirit into our daily lives in facilitated faith-sharing prayer communities, where, the Lord, Himself, teaches them to pray. Note: At this time LTMTP is offered only to women. Register Marriage & Family Series Saturday Mornings English Only Class The Marriage and Family Ministry hosts various events throughout the year. Monthly, on Saturday’s Mornings there will be a new speaker and topic. Upcoming Events Momentum 3rd Friday of the Month English Only Community Group Momentum, a ministry for single moms, invites all single moms interested in growing in their faith and community with other single moms to an evening of fellowship, prayer and refreshments. Register Movimiento Familiar Various Times Spanish Only Community Group El Movimiento es un grupo de familias católicas que unen sus esfuerzos para promover los valores humanos y cristianos de la familia, para que sea en la comunidad: formadora de personas, educadora en la fe, consciente de su misión evangelizadora y comprometida con desarrollo integral de la comunidad y la iglesia doméstica. Más Información Mujeres de la Biblia Miércoles a 10 AM Spanish Only Class Mujeres de la Biblia es una serie de dos partes que comienza con el estudio de 8 grandes mujeres del Antiguo Testamento cuyas vidas fueron transformadas por Dios. Durante cada sesión profundizaremos en las escrituras del Antiguo Testamento para conocer a las mujeres y sus historias vistas a través de las características del "genio femenino". Register Retiro Mensuales Martes por la mañana Spanish Only Retreat El Retiro Mensual es una mañana de oración personal frente a Cristo Eucaristía ofrecido por el Movimiento Regnum Christi. Es una invitación abierta a todas las mujeres que quieran crecer en su relación personal con Jesús a través de meditaciones basadas en la Sagrada Escritura, oportunidad de confesión y de participar en la Santa Misa. Más Información Retreats Various Times English & Spanish Retreat Throughout the year we offer various retreats at St. Anthony's and around the Archdiocese. Visit our webiste for more information. Upcoming Retreats Rosario Familiar El primer sábado Spanish Only Devotion El Rosario Familiar en español se lleva a cabo en la Capilla de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles el primer sábado de cada mes a las 7:00pm. ¡Todos son bienvenidos a unirse! Más Información Scripture & Reflection Wednesdays at 7 AM English Only Bible Study Join us for the Wednesday Morning Daily Mass at 6:00 AM. Stay after Mass and enjoy some coffee and fellowship as you discuss the readings for the Day. More Information Senior Pals Various Times English Only Community Group Anyone 50+ is invited to join our community! We host a multitude of events every month! There is a monthly meeting, trips, luncheons, and other activities to participate in. Check the bulletin for the monthly meeting times and other events. For more information, call Art Dominguez at 281-622-7703 May Newsletter St. Anne's Society Various Times English Only Community Group St. Anne’s Society encourages all women blessed with the gift of motherhood to fulfill their vocation with the dignity, humility, and love of St. Anne, the mother of Mary. Our community offers the opportunity to belong to a group of women, connected by their beliefs, and focused on spiritual, social, and educational growth through monthly meetings, philanthropic events, and planned programs. Register St. Anthony Novena Tuesdays after 6:45 PM Mass English Only Devotion St Anthony’s Novena Devotion is every Tuesday after the 6:45 PM Mass. St. Anthony our patron saint, is often invoked for helping to recover lost items, healing of sick and other intentions and is popularly known as a miracle worker. Join us in asking for St. Anthony’s intercession! More Information St. Monica's Society Fridays at Noon English Only Community Group St. Monica’s Society is a group of moms with children in intermediate school through college. We gather to pray, build each other up, and glean wisdom from various Catholic books on motherhood, prayer, and spirituality. Register Taller de Oración Various Times Spanish Only Class Un Taller de Oración y Vida es ante todo un método práctico para aprender a orar, igual que en un taller en que, trabajando se aprende a trabajar, aquí, orando, se aprende a orar. Paso a paso se aprende a entrar en una relación personal con el Señor. Más Información That Man Is You Fridays at 5:30 AM English Only Community Group That Man is You! is an interactive men’s program from Paradisus Dei, focused on the development of men in the modern world. TMIY combines the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith. It builds upon the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of authentic men capable of transforming themselves, their families and greater society. Register The Mass Explained Thursdays at 6:30 PM English Only Class Dcn. Scott Broussard will lead The Mass Explained: Dr. Brant Pitre gives insight on the Biblical, Traditional, and mystical meanings of the words, ceremonies, languages, gestures, postures, orientation, music, and signs of the Roman Catholic liturgy. From the Ancient Church through the Medieval Church, from the Council of Trent through Vatican II, explore the practice, purpose, and development of the Holy Mass. Register Together in Holiness Various Times English & Spanish Community Group Together in Holiness Formation series provides year-round marriage enrichment to small groups of married couples who gather seven times throughout the year for fellowship and formation. The format of the Formation series includes gathering in someone’s home for about 2 hours for a meal, a short video, and discussion to learn from each other and live out your vocation. Register Walking With Purpose Wednesday Evenings English Only Bible Study Walking with Purpose Bible studies help women grow closer to Christ as they lean on truths found in Scripture to live joy-filled lives. Our Catholic Bible studies are unique in that they offer solutions found in the Bible that can be applied to our everyday lives and vary in length and depth to meet the needs of different women. Register Young Adults Various Times English & Spanish Community Group The Young Adults at St. Anthony’s are a group of Catholic young adults ages 18-35 (single, dating, engaged, or married) who are looking for community and opportunities to serve others. Contact us to join our mailing list and learn about all the events hosted throughout each month! More Information

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