Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the Child. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration.  First Communion - Child Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the Child. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration. 2nd-8th Grade Next Item Previous Item Program Contact Leslie Bevilacqua Sacramental Preparation Coord (Bilingüe) lbevilacqua@ap.church 832-482-4062 Diane Czerniak Elementary FF Manager dczerniak@ap.church 832-482-4037 We look forward to helping your child prepare for their First Reconciliation and First Communion. Review the following to determine if you and your child are ready to enter the “Sacramental Preparation Program.” Registration for First Communion and Reconciliation is from August 1st to August 31st and can be found at ap.church/registration . BAPTIZED - Your child has received Catholic Baptism or made a Profession of Faith FORMATION YEAR 1 - Your child completed the previous year of weekly faith formation with good attendance JESUS - Your child knows Jesus through prayer and knows the sacrifice He made for our sins FORMATION YEAR 2 - Your child is receptive to weekly and monthly formation sessions led by you and the parish SUNDAY MASS - Your child attends Mass with your family every Sunday and desires to receive Jesus in the Eucharist IS YOUR CHILD READY? Does your child meet the 6 requirements below? Your child was baptized or made a Profession of Faith in the Catholic Church Your child is at least in 2nd Grade AND at least 7 years old at the time of Sacramental Preparation begins in September Your child completed 1 year of Faith Formation or Catholic School with good attendance during the 2024-2025 School Year For the 2025-2026 School Year, your child will need to be enrolled in 2 programs Your child has a relationship with Jesus, and desires to receive Him sacramentally in the Eucharist Your child understands sin and desires God’s forgiveness and mercy in the sacrament of Reconciliation IS YOUR FAMILY READY? Can you say YES to the following? Or are you committed to saying yes? If you answer “No” to any question below, let’s devise together the best way forward that meets your family's needs! Jesus Christ desires to be in communion with you. Please contact Leslie or Diane to set up a phone or in-person appointment. Do you attend Holy Mass every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation? Does your family go to sacramental Confession at least once a year? Do you pray regularly at home? Are you able to attend Monthly Family Sessions AND Weekly Formation AND lead your child in 1st Communion/Reconciliation Lessons at home? Can the parent and the child understand the content present in the family sessions?

Are you thinking about becoming Catholic? Do you desire to follow Jesus Christ for the rest of your life? This is the first step in a lifelong journey of discipleship! This is the Catholic Church’s process to bring adults, through study, spiritual growth, and community, into the heart of the Kingdom of Heaven. Baptism - Adult Are you thinking about becoming Catholic? Do you desire to follow Jesus Christ for the rest of your life? This is the first step in a lifelong journey of discipleship! This is the Catholic Church’s process to bring adults, through study, spiritual growth, and community, into the heart of the Kingdom of Heaven. 18+ years old Next Item Previous Item Program Contact Katie Krall Adult FF/ Marriage Manager kkrall@ap.church 832-482-4147 Are you thinking about becoming Catholic? Do you desire to follow Jesus Christ for the rest of your life? This is the first step in a lifelong journey of discipleship! This is the Catholic Church’s process to bring adults, through study, spiritual growth, and community, into the heart of the Kingdom of Heaven. Formally, the process of becoming Catholic is called the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), which is our formation process for adults who desire to follow Jesus Christ and be a member of His Catholic Church. If you are interested in learning more about becoming Catholic, please read through the FAQS and fill out the interest form so we can learn more about you and help you find the path that suits your particular needs. Please Note: If you are married, and you and/or your spouse are Catholic, but you were not married in the Catholic Church, you will need to have your marriage convalidated prior to becoming Catholic. For more information and to see if this applies to you, please read the Marital Status Information below. Marital Status Information Becoming Catholic Interest Form How do I become a Catholic Christian? Who can participate in OCIA? What are the stages of OCIA formation? How long does the OCIA process take? What days and times does OCIA meet? I would like to attend Mass before I begin OCIA classes. Am I allowed to do that?

Did you receive your sacraments here at St. Anthony’s? Are you in need of a re-issuance of one of your Certificates? If you need a new certificate, please submit an online Certificate Request Form. Certificate Request Did you receive your sacraments here at St. Anthony’s? Are you in need of a re-issuance of one of your Certificates? If you need a new certificate, please submit an online Certificate Request Form. All Ages Next Item Previous Item Program Contact Diane Czerniak Elementary FF Manager dczerniak@ap.church 832-482-4037 Did you receive your sacraments here at St. Anthony’s? Are you in need of a re-issuance of one of your Certificates? If you need a new certificate, please submit an online Certificate Request Form. Certificate Request Form

First Reconciliation and First Communion will be through our Adult Confirmation Program – Participants will receive their First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. During the Fall Semester, Adult Confirmation preparation is offered through an 8-10 week course. First Reconciliation - Adult First Reconciliation and First Communion will be through our Adult Confirmation Program – Participants will receive their First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. During the Fall Semester, Adult Confirmation preparation is offered through an 8-10 week course. 18+ years old Next Item Previous Item Program Contact Katie Krall Adult FF/ Marriage Manager kkrall@ap.church 832-482-4147 First Communion and Reconciliation Preparation for those at least 18 years old and out of high school, will be through our Adult Confirmation Program. Participants will receive their First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. Adult Confirmation preparation is offered through a ~10-week course during the Fall Semester. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old AND graduated from High School. Have already received the Sacrament of Baptism in the Catholic Church. Do not have any marriage impediments. Are growing in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Fill out the Adult Confirmation Interest Form ***You will need to provide a recently issued copy of your baptismal certificate dated within the last 6 months. Please call the church that you were baptized at and ask them to “re-issue” your baptismal certificate. Please Note: If you are married, and you and/or your spouse are Catholic, but you were not married in the Catholic Church, you will need to have your marriage convalidated prior to becoming Catholic. For more information and to see if this applies to you, please read the Marital Status Information below. Marital Status Information Adult Confirmation Request Form

Please call the Parish Office at 281-419-8700 if you have an EMERGENCY need for anointing and leave a message on our Priest Emergency line. We highly encourage anyone who is struggling with a serious illness of mind, body, or spirit, or who is anticipating surgery, to plan on attending one of our Anointing of the Sick masses. Anointing of the Sick Please call the Parish Office at 281-419-8700 if you have an EMERGENCY need for anointing and leave a message on our Priest Emergency line. We highly encourage anyone who is struggling with a serious illness of mind, body, or spirit, or who is anticipating surgery, to plan on attending one of our Anointing of the Sick masses. All Ages Next Item Previous Item Program Contact Susan Dewlen Executive Clergy Assistant sdewlen@ap.church 832-482-4121 The Catholic sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is intended for baptized Catholics suffering from serious physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual illness, especially when facing death. It is not restricted to terminal illness and can be administered multiple times if a person’s health worsens or they relapse. Here are some situations when the sacrament may be appropriate: Serious illness: Cancer, heart disease, chronic illnesses like Parkinson’s, or illnesses that could become life-threatening Advanced age: Elderly people who are weakened, even if not seriously ill Upcoming Surgery: When surgery is due to a serious illness. [Note that if the upcoming surgery is for body enhancements, procedures such as in-vitro fertilization, tubal ligation, a vasectomy, sex reassignment surgery, and so on, do not sign up for this sacrament and instead make an appointment with a priest by emailing sdewlen@ap.church ] Mental illness: Acute depression, anxiety that causes panic attacks or other debilitations, bipolar disorders, or psychoses (such as schizophrenia) Addiction: Drug or alcohol abuse, when it creates a dangerous situation to the person Unconscious or incapacitated: If the person would likely have requested the sacrament Children: If they have sufficient reason (usually 7 years old or older) and would be comforted by this sacrament [if you are not sure, make an appointment or a phone call with a priest by emailing sdewlen@ap.church to schedule it]. If a child is under the age of 7, and has never been baptized, and it has been determined that the child is terminal by a physician, that child can be baptized and confirmed immediately. The sacrament is meant to provide spiritual and physical strength, unite the sick with Christ, and offer courage and peace to endure suffering. While the sacrament forgives venial sins, it does not forgive mortal sins, so if the person is healthy enough, he or she should ask the priest to hear his or her confession and receive absolution before receiving this sacrament of the anointing of the sick. We will have Intercessory Prayer Teams available on the third Saturday of the month immediately following the 10:00 am daily Mass. There is no registration required for those who have a prayer request. Upcoming Anointing of the Sick Masses The Catechism of the Catholic Church states: In the Church's Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, through the ministry of the priest, it is Jesus who touches the sick to heal them from sin – and sometimes even from physical ailment. His cures were signs of the arrival of the Kingdom of God. The core message of His healing tells us of His plan to conquer sin and death by His dying and rising. The Rite of Anointing tells us there is no need to wait until a person is at the point of death to receive the Sacrament. A careful judgment, by the priest, about the serious nature of the illness is sufficient. When the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is given, the hoped-for effect is that, if it be God's will, the person be physically healed of illness. But even if there is no physical healing, the primary effect of the Sacrament is a spiritual healing by which the sick person receives the Holy Spirit's gift of peace and courage to deal with the sufferings that accompany serious illness or the frailty of old age.

Houston Vocations is here to help young adults, especially young men discerning the priesthood, hear God's voice. With our coaching, they will grow in prayer and virtue, meet people who relate to what they’re going through, and discover the next step God wants them to take. Holy Orders Houston Vocations is here to help young adults, especially young men discerning the priesthood, hear God's voice. With our coaching, they will grow in prayer and virtue, meet people who relate to what they’re going through, and discover the next step God wants them to take. 18+ years old Next Item Previous Item Program Contact Fr. Viet Nguyen Parochial Vicar frviet@ap.church 832-482-4121 If you are interested, or have been discerning a call to the priesthood or permanent diaconate, please visit the Houston vocations website or schedule an appointment with our clergy to discuss the discernment process in our archdiocese. Houston Vocations Website

Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the Child. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration.  First Reconciliation - Child Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the Child. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration. 2nd-8th Grade Next Item Previous Item Program Contact Leslie Bevilacqua Sacramental Preparation Coord (Bilingüe) lbevilacqua@ap.church 832-482-4062 Diane Czerniak Elementary FF Manager dczerniak@ap.church 832-482-4037 We look forward to helping your child prepare for their First Reconciliation and First Communion. Review the following to determine if you and your child are ready to enter the “Sacramental Preparation Program.” Registration for First Communion and Reconciliation is from August 1st to August 31st and can be found at ap.church/registration . BAPTIZED - Your child has received Catholic Baptism or made a Profession of Faith FORMATION YEAR 1 - Your child completed the previous year of weekly faith formation with good attendance JESUS - Your child knows Jesus through prayer and knows the sacrifice He made for our sins FORMATION YEAR 2 - Your child is receptive to weekly and monthly formation sessions led by you and the parish SUNDAY MASS - Your child attends Mass with your family every Sunday and desires to recieve Jesus in the Eucharist IS YOUR CHILD READY? Does your child meet the 6 requirements below? Your child was baptized or made a Profession of Faith in the Catholic Church Your child is at least in 2nd Grade AND at least 7 years old at the time of Sacramental Preparation begins in September Your child completed 1 year of Faith Formation or Catholic School with good attendance during the 2024-2025 School Year For the 2025-2026 School Year, your child will need to be enrolled in 2 programs Your child has a relationship with Jesus, and desires to receive Him sacramentally in the Eucharist Your child understands sin and desires God’s forgiveness and mercy in the sacrament of Reconciliation IS YOUR FAMILY READY? Can you say YES to the following? Or are you committed to saying yes? If you answer “No” to any question below, let’s devise together the best way forward that meets your family's needs! Jesus Christ desires to be in communion with you. Please contact Leslie or Diane to set up a phone or in-person appointment. Do you attend Holy Mass every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation? Does your family go to sacramental Confession at least once a year? Do you pray regularly at home? Are you able to attend Monthly Family Sessions AND Weekly Formation AND lead your child in 1st Communion/Reconciliation Lessons at home? Can the parent and the child understand the content present in the family sessions?

The seven sacraments touch all the stages and all the important moments of Christian life. Preparation for sacraments looks different for each age group. Sacraments Christ instituted the sacraments of the new law. There are seven: Baptism, Confirmation, the Eucharist, Penance, the Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony. The seven sacraments touch all the stages and all the important moments of Christian life: they give birth and increase, healing and mission to the Christian's life of faith. There is thus a certain resemblance between the stages of natural life and the stages of the spiritual life. - CCC 1210 Please note: Preparation for the sacraments looks different for each age group. See below for more information on the different programs. Baptism - Infant 0-6 years old It is always a joyful experience for us to welcome a new Christian into the Church and into our parish community. Through baptism, your child will be adopted into God’s family, receive the grace of salvation won for us by Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, and have life in the Holy Spirit. More Information Baptism - Youth 7-18 years old Rite of Christian Initiation adapted for Children. Children that are at least 7 years old and in grades 1- 12th grade and have not been baptized or were baptized in a faith other than the Catholic Church will be placed in our wonderful program, RCIA for Children. More Information Baptism - Adult 18+ years old Are you thinking about becoming Catholic? Do you desire to follow Jesus Christ for the rest of your life? This is the first step in a lifelong journey of discipleship! This is the Catholic Church’s process to bring adults, through study, spiritual growth, and community, into the heart of the Kingdom of Heaven. More Information First Reconciliation - Child 2nd-8th Grade Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the Child. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration. More Information First Reconciliation - Teen 9th-12th Grade Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program for high schoolers is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the teen. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration. More Information First Reconciliation - Adult 18+ years old First Reconciliation and First Communion will be through our Adult Confirmation Program – Participants will receive their First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. During the Fall Semester, Adult Confirmation preparation is offered through an 8-10 week course. More Information First Communion - Child 2nd-8th Grade Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the Child. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration. More Information First Communion - Teen 9th-12th Grade Our Sacrament Preparation (First Reconciliation and First Communion) program for high schoolers is a collaboration between our Parish, the Family and the teen. Click below to find out more about the program, requirements, and registration. More Information First Communion - Adult 18+ years old First Reconciliation and First Communion will be through our Adult Confirmation Program – Participants will receive their First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation. During the Fall Semester, Adult Confirmation preparation is offered through an 8-10 week course. More Information Confirmation - Teen 9th-12th Grade We prepare high school teens over a two year period for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Candidates for Confirmation may begin preparation in 9th, 10th, or 11th of high school by attending Life Teen their first year. The following year, Confirmation Year 2 is the next step to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation. More Information Confirmation - Adult 18+ years old The sealing of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation is the final sacrament of initiation into the Catholic Church. If, for whatever reason, you have not received this powerful sacrament, we encourage you to do so! During the Fall Semester, Adult Confirmation preparation is offered through an 8-10 week course. More Information Marriage 18+ years old Congratulations on your decision to enter Holy Matrimony in the Catholic Church. The celebration you are planning and the lifelong commitment you are choosing to make are signs of God’s great love for us all. Click below for information. More Information Annulments 18+ years old The ending of a marriage is a difficult experience. Many marriages end in divorce in spite of good intentions. We are sensitive to the pain and stress a failed marital relationship brings to those involved. We are here to assist those who want to know more about how to file a petition for an annulment. Request Form Holy Orders 18+ years old Houston Vocations is here to help young adults, especially young men discerning the priesthood, hear God's voice. With our coaching, they will grow in prayer and virtue, meet people who relate to what they’re going through, and discover the next step God wants them to take. Houston Vocations Anointing of the Sick All Ages Please call the Parish Office at 281-419-8700 if you have an EMERGENCY need for anointing and leave a message on our Priest Emergency line. We highly encourage anyone who is struggling with a serious illness of mind, body, or spirit, or who is anticipating surgery, to plan on attending one of our Anointing of the Sick masses. More Information Certificate Request All Ages Did you receive your sacraments here at St. Anthony’s? Are you in need of a re-issuance of one of your Certificates? If you need a new certificate, please submit an online Certificate Request Form. Request Form Funerals All Ages Grant us, with all who have died in the hope of resurrection, to have our consummation and bliss in thy eternal and everlasting glory, and with the blessed Virgin Mary and all thy saints, to receive the crown of life which thou dost promise to all who share in the victory of thy Son, Jesus Christ. Amen. More Information

We are blessed to be a part of such a vibrant Parish Community, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Let us give some suggestions. Welcome Home! Our Parish was founded in 1997. In September 2021, Fr. Jesse Garcia became the 4th Pastor of St, Anthony’s. Today, We are a growing, vibrant Catholic community of over 7,500 families. Stressing Stewardship as a way of life, our parish has over 100 active ministries with hundreds of parishioners active in parish, local community, diocesan-wide, and global outreach. We are blessed to be a part of such a vibrant Parish Community, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We suggest starting with the following: Fellowship Sunday Mass Times Join our Email List Location St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church is located in The Woodlands, Texas. Main Church 7801 Bay Branch Drive The Woodlands, TX 77382 Our Lady of the Angels Chapel 8715 Kuykendahl Road Spring, Texas 77382 St. Anthony’s Bread Food Pantry 7985 Bay Branch Dr Spring TX 77382 Campus Map Follow Us On Social Media Download Our Apps Become Catholic If you are interested in Becoming Catholic or finishing your sacraments as an adult, visit our Becoming Catholic Page to learn more about the program. More Information Become a Parishioner Whether you are new to the faith, a returning Catholic, new to the area, or have been attending for years but never took the steps to join, we look forward to welcoming you! Register Today! Update my Information You can update your household information, contact information, and view your profile using the form below. Update Information Use the Nursery The nursery is available during Sunday Morning Mass and various other times for children 12 months-4 years of age. Reserve your spot using the link below. Nursery Reservation Schedule a Mass Intention If you would like to have Mass said for someone, please visit the Parish Office. We will help you with the dates and times that are available. A donation of $5 is suggested. Questions? Get Involved We have over 100 active ministries here at the Parish: community groups, bible studies, retreats, devotions, classes, organizations, support groups, volunteer opportunities and much more! Ministries I'm New

St. Anthony’s Bread Food Pantry at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church provides nutritious meals to families in need across Montgomery County. Open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, the pantry offers volunteer opportunities for tasks like sorting donations and distributing food. New clients register with proof of address, and the pantry asks for a 14-day interval between visits. Holiday closures and specific donation needs are posted regularly. St. Anthony's Bread Food Pantry When we are open Pantry Hours 8AM – 10AM: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. ** Pantry will close earlier than posted when we run out of food Each family must allow a minimum of 14 days between visits Holiday Closures The St. Anthony’s Bread Food Pantry will be closed for distribution on: Thursday, November 28 – Thanksgiving Friday, November 29 Saturday, November 30 Monday, December 23 THRU Wednesday, January 1 – Christmas thru New Year’s Current Needs Cereal Peanut Butter in plastic jars How We Help How We Help St. Anthony’s Bread is the food pantry of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Serving thousands of families every month, we are proud to help support our community by providing nutritious meals to those in need. Google places link for the Food Pantry can be found here . The street address to use for GPS location services such as Google Maps or Apple Maps is 7985 Bay Branch Dr, Spring TX 77382 Our Food Pantry serves families with an address located in the following Montgomery County zip codes: 77301, 77302, 77303, 77304, 77305, 77306, 77316, 77318, 77328, 77333, 77339, 77353, 77354, 77355, 77356, 77357, 77362, 77365, 77372, 77373, 77375, 77377, 77378, 77379, 77380, 77381, 77382, 77384, 77385, 77386, 77387, 77388, 77389, 77393 ARE YOU NEW TO OUR PANTRY? At your first visit our volunteers will ask you provide a valid identification or a utility/service bill containing your name and address. If the address falls in one of the zip codes listed above, you will fill out a short registration form (available in both English and Spanish) which is then used to create your ID card to be presented at each time you come to the pantry. Remember, we ask you wait 14 days between visits. Become A Volunteer Are you looking for a place to offer your time and talent in our parish? Many Volunteers are needed for the daily operations of the St. Anthony’s Bread Food Pantry. Help is needed in the following tasks: 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. In order to volunteer at SAB, you must be Safe Environment certified! If you have a VIRTUS account: Log into www.CMGConnect.org with your previous personal VIRTUS user id and 1234 as the password. Once logged in you will have the ability to change your password. This is recommended. If you do not have a VIRTUS account: Log into www.CMGConnect.org , and follow the instructions. Note: Your legal name (on your driver’s license/passport) is the name that one needs to use when registering. Not doing so may prohibit your information from being processed. Learn More If you can't feed a hundred people, then feed just one. -- Saint Teresa of Calcutta Donate to Food Pantry Community Resources Contact Food Pantry