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Basic Information
New Parishioners
We welcome all the new parishioners who have recently
joined this parish. As you know, every Catholic family
must be registered in a parish of their choosing. The parish then assumes
responsibility for that family in the administration of the Sacraments and the
pastor becomes "their" priest. That is why we have to actually register before
we can be classified as a member. We have these registration forms available in
the church porch; please complete one and then hand it
into the Office, place it in the collection basket, or give it to Father
Richard.
You will notice that in this church we try to have a sense of
quietness before and after Holy Mass so as to give an opportunity for people to
have a few moments of personal prayer. Then when we go outside we can talk and
greet one another. You will also notice that during the Creed, we bow profoundly
during the words "by the power of the Holy Spirit, He
was born of the Virgin Mary and became man." When we
come forward to receive Holy Communion, we
also either genuflect or bow while the person before
us is receiving the Host. Having received the Host, we step aside for a moment
before proceeding to receive the Precious Blood (where we again, based on the
new changes, make a bow or
genuflection). The minister will hand us the chalice;
take it firmly in both hands, taking your time before handing it back. If you
are not receiving the Precious Blood, you proceed directly to your bench to
kneel down, placing your right hand momentarily over your heart as you pass
the Chalice (new change). We then kneel and pray until the
Tabernacle door is closed after Communion.
Whenever we enter or leave our bench, except at Communion time, we
genuflect, or if unable to do this, we bow profoundly.
Your responsibility is to support by prayer and involvement in parish
activities, and by sharing your time, talent and treasure in a realistic and
practical way. The days of just attending Sunday Mass and putting a few dollars
in the basket are long gone. Many years ago, this parish decided to take their
Catholic Life seriously, whereby each member would give some time each week in
active participation in parish affairs as well as financially supporting the
parish by using the weekly envelopes for parish expenses, and the Building Fund
envelopes for paying off the Building Debts. It was agreed that the minimum
amount given in the Collection basket in loose cash by an adult would be $5.00,
$2.00 from teenagers and $1.00 from young children. This would, of course, not
refer to families who use the weekly envelopes.
Some Things to Know About Your New Parish
St. Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church
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Year Founded (by a small Korean Community) -
1986
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Approximate number of families (current) -
1,000
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Assigned to the Diocese of Austin
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Assigned to the Temple Deanery -
Fr. Richard, our Pastor, is Dean of the Temple Deanery. He was appointed to
that position by Bishop Aymond (now Archbishop of New Orleans), and
continued in that role by our new bishop, Bishop Vásquez.
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The old Parish Hall was the original Church.
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The Adoration Chapel, the current Church, the Religious
Education Building and the new Parish Center were all constructed during Fr.
Richard's tenure and leadership as Pastor.
Ministries
As members of the Laity of the Church, we are all asked to consider and
reflect on our contribution of Time, Talent and Treasure. There are 44
designated ministries that provide assistance to our Pastor and Associate Pastor
in administering to the needs of our Parishioners as well as the support of
others - a prime example of which is the Tucker Mission in Cambodia
(see information below) which cares
for children that have contracted Aids through no fault of their own. You are
encouraged to browse the Web Site, and in particular, the
"Get Involved" page
which lists the ministries (including external community service organizations) and points of contact. Hopefully, you will find
something that interests you, or, you may get an idea for a new ministry that
you can discuss with our Pastor.
Please Note: The Ethics and Integrity in
Ministry (EIM) policies of the Austin Diocese were established in 2002 to
help educate Catholics on how to help prevent sexual abuse of minors and
vulnerable adults. All Parish employees and volunteers who
minister to youth or vulnerable adults (this has been interpreted to mean ANY
ministry in this Parish) are required to complete an Application for Ministry, which permits
the diocese to run a criminal background check. Additionally, all new
applicants are required to attend a three-hour EIM workshop for adults within 60
days of their EIM application submission.
Every three years employees and volunteers must attend
an EIM refresher course or the three-hour EIM workshop.
St. Paul Parish periodically schedules the workshop - check the Parish Bulletin
or Web Site. Registration is required because materials must be ordered
for each attendee. In addition, you may attend workshops and/or
refresher courses given in other parishes...again, you must register prior to the
event with that particular parish. Please call the location you would like to attend at the phone
number listed and register, so that enough materials are available. For more
information regarding the diocesan EIM policies, visit
www.austindiocese.org or call (512)
949-2400.
(Check the Catholic Spirit [Diocesan Newspaper]
for a complete list of new schedules.)
PASTORAL SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF SEXUAL ABUSE
The Diocese of Austin is committed to providing confidential and
compassionate care to victims of sexual abuse, particularly if the abuse was
committed by clergy or a church representative. If you have experienced abuse by
someone representing the Catholic Church, please contact the diocesan
coordinator of pastoral care at (512)949-2400.
HOW
TO REPORT AN INCIDENT OF CONCERN!
[The reporting requirement of the Ethics
and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Policies of the Diocese of Austin (5th Ed.,
2011) states:
"In accordance with Texas law, any citizen who has cause to believe a minor
or vulnerable adult is being, or may have been, abused, is required to report
his or her suspicions to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
(TDFPS) or local civil authorities (police). To report child or elder abuse,
TDFPS maintains a 24-hour abuse hotline at 1-800-252-5400; or a report may be
made on their website at
www.dfps.state.tx.us . This reporting requirement is the same for
allegations against Church personnel and/or a parent or caregiver. Once reported
to civil authorities, suspected or known abuse of a minor or vulnerable person
that may involve Church personnel, and/or other suspected or observed violations
of the Ethics and Integrity in Ministry Policies of the Diocese of Austin, shall
be reported immediately to any of the following persons: their immediate
supervisor; the pastor of the parish or principal of the school; a designated
representative of the Diocese (contact information is on page 4 of these
policies); or one may submit an anonymous, specific and verifiable letter to the
Vicar General or Bishop of Austin."
At EIM Basic and Refresher workshops held
throughout the diocese, participants are informed about these requirements and
procedures (for a listing of the current workshop schedule, visit
www.austindiocese.org and click on
"EIM Workshops" in the "Quick Links" box).]
(Excerpt from "We are called to protect...and to report" by Emily Hurlimann,
Catholic Spirit, Vol. 30, Number 1, January 2012, p. 22.)
Tucker Cambodian Mission
John and Kathy Tucker are parishioners who are lay missionaries currently
serving in Cambodia (they were previously in Mexico for several years).
The organization they support is called the New Hope
for Cambodian Children. These children are the innocent
victims of Aids, left orphaned by parents who are dying or have died from the
disease. Some have relatives who are ill-equipped to provide for them, but
many do not. National/local government support for these children is
minimal to non-existent. "New Hope" provides shelter, food and medicine for
these children who are residents in the "village," and medicine and other
support for those who continue to live with a grandparent or other relative.
The Tuckers have organized a quilting group that produces hand-made quilts which
are then sold to provide a source of income and a sense of dignity to the
workers. The Parish supports the Tuckers in their mission by direct
monetary contributions, by individual parishioners sponsoring one or more of the
children, and by serving as a sales outlet for the quilts which are
periodically sent or hand-carried by the Tuckers during their semi-annual
visits. Your support is encouraged.
(Note: Father Richard has visited the
Tuckers in Cambodia, and has shared his admiration with the Parish for the
outstanding program that has been established there. Talk with him if you
have questions.)
Christmas Greetings from some of the
Children, John & Kathy Tucker and Staff at New Hope for Cambodian Children
(2011)
A Special Book
Our deceased parishioners will be remembered in a special book which will
be perpetually kept
in the Sanctuary of the Church. We will reserve these books for our parishioners who
have died since the parish opened. If you have a family member
whose name you wish inscribed in this book, please provide Name, Date of Birth, and Date
of Death to Father Richard at your convenience.
Liturgical Bowing At Mass
When we recite the Creed at Mass, it is the proper liturgical gesture to make a profound
bow while we recite the words "by the power of the Holy Spirit, He was born of the
Virgin Mary and became man." On Christmas Day and the Feast of the
Annunciation, we genuflect. We also
either genuflect or bow while the person before us
is receiving the Host during Holy Communion, whether at
Mass or during a Communion Service.
Right To Life
Would you like to help protect innocent life?
Central Texas Voices for Life is the Parish
ministry that works through peaceful,
legal means only, to protect unborn children, women, and all people
from abortion.
If you would like to make a difference through volunteer opportunities, call (512)
477-1244 for more information. We are making it safer for innocent life.
JUST
A REMINDER !
BEFORE
scheduling any events or meetings in the old Parish Hall,
the new Parish Center, Parish
Office Classroom, or Religious Formation Building, please contact
Randy Sumerall at 254-291-6799. Thank you for helping things to work smoothly.
Church Flowers
In the church porch, we have a list for the different weeks and
Seasons of the year, and we invite you or your family to supply the flowers
for the weekend Masses. You can do this in memory of someone or to
celebrate a wedding anniversary. Please write your name and telephone
number on the list and we will contact you the week before the date you
choose. Also, in signing up, please consider others
who may want to remember loved ones as well. Thank you!
U.S. FLAG RETIREMENT:
The Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree, reminds
everyone that our flag is a living symbol of freedom. When it
reaches the end of its useful life, there are prescribed methods of
disposal under the U.S. Flag Code. Turn in your worn or tattered
flag(s) to the Knights so they can be properly retired during a flag retirement ceremony. There will be a
red-white & blue collection box in the Church for people to place
their used flags.
Announcements to Bulletin
NEW DEADLINE FOR
BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS:
The deadline for submitting information for publication in
the Church Bulletin will be Mondays, before 5:00 pm.
Data can be faxed, called, or brought in to the Parish Office. (Phone:
254-698-4110; Fax: 254-698-4608.) Thank you for your cooperation.
VOCATION CROSS
New sign-up sheets for the Vocation Cross are on the bulletin board in
the Church Vestibule. Please be present to take the Cross home for the week you
sign up, and to return it the following weekend. May we all continue to pray for
vocations.
From the Ladies
of Charity:
Don't throw it away!
All donations are tax
deductible.
The Ladies of Charity operate
a Thrift Store located at 1005 S. Ann Blvd., Harker Heights. Store
hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM;
Wednesdays 2 PM - 5 PM;
and the 1st Saturday of each month: 9:30 AM-
2:30 PM.
You may deliver your donations (slightly used,
clean, and in safe, working order...no trash items, please) or
call the store to have your items picked up during operating hours (254-680-7970).
St. Vincent de Paul Vehicle Donation Program
St. Vincent de Paul sponsors a Vehicle Donation Program. Running and
non-running vehicles can be donated at no cost for the donor.
The tax law has changed with regard to this
program; however, the vehicle's value (at sale) is still tax-deductible!
Other provisions also apply. Proceeds help the needy regardless of race, creed, color or denomination. For more
information, please call
1-888-317-SVDP or www.ssvdp.org (Catholic
Spirit, February 2012, p. 23).
St.
Paul's Bible Study Group
Anyone interested in joining this
group should contact Pat or Dick
Dinwiddie at 699-2518, or e-mail pjdinwiddie@hotmail.com
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Father Richard's Weekly Sermons
On Film
Father Richard's Sermons are filmed every weekend; any parishioner that
would like a copy, please contact Robert Allred at 698-3930 or e-mail at: allred@centraltex.net
Hearing Aids Available
We have purchased a new system for those parishioners who find it
difficult to hear the readings or the sermon. We also
have five hearing aids available. They may be obtained
in the Sacristy where Father Richard vests for Holy Mass. Afterwards, they must be
returned to the Sacristy. If anyone would like to make a donation to defray the cost of
the console or hearing aids, please do so by handing your gift to Father Richard.
Photographs
Needed
We need photographs of church activities to post on the Web site to show parish life.
Photos can be dropped off at the office, or mailed to the Church, Attention
Webmaster, or
e-mailed.
Hard copy photographs will be returned if desired. Thank You.
Wheelchair Available
There is a wheelchair available in the Gift Shop in the Church for anyone
disabled, who needs it to get to and from their car for Mass.
Moving?
If you are moving, changing address and/or phone numbers, please contact the
Parish Office at 698-4110, so that we can keep all our records up to
date. Thank you for your presence and support.
God Bless.
Mass on TV
Sunday and daily Mass are televised for the homebound, Sundays at 7:30 AM and Monday
through Friday at 9:00 AM. For more information call 1-800-THE-MASS.
Change of Address,
Etc.
Please copy this form, complete it, and place in the collection basket,
mail, e-mail (spaul@hot.rr.com) or return in person to the parish office.
( ) New Phone Number
( ) Change of Address
( ) Moving out of Parish
( ) New to the Parish...Please mail a Registration Form.
_____________________________________
Name
_____________________________________
Address
City: _________________ Zip Code: _______
Tel. Number: _______________Env. # ______
If you have requested Weekly Envelopes and have not
received them, please contact Nancy Meshell at 698-4110, Wednesday - Friday, 9AM - 5
PM.
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Outside Parish Events, Organizations and Notices
The
Austin Diocese Web Site
Important
News and Commentary pertaining to the Catholic Church in Central Texas....
Habitat
for Humanity
The Fort
Hood Area Habitat for Humanity, an agency of the United Way,
is always looking for volunteers. You can help make a
contribution to our community and learn something about
home construction at the same time. No experience necessary.
Gene Bauer
Executive Director
Fort Hood Area Habitat for Humanity, Inc.
Office: (254) 680-4007
Fax: (254) 680-4839
Cell: (254) 289-1656
email:
habitat@clearwire.net
Website:
www.geocities.com/fhahfh
HABITAT RESTORE
If you haven’t been
by the Habitat ReStore, located at 2601 Atkinson Ave, Killeen, in a
while, you really should stop by. We’ve gotten in tons (and I do
mean tons) of donated material from BMC West and from Fort Hood.
For a couple of weeks you couldn’t even get a vehicle in our
parking lot because we were just overwhelmed with material. We’ve
got it fairly organized now, though we’ve still got some work to do
on that, but at least we can get vehicles in and out of the gate
now.
If you’re doing
work on your home, workshop, garage, yard, etc… you really should
come by and check it out. We’ve got just about anything you need
for building or remodeling and our prices are the best for miles
around.
Funds raised from
the ReStore are used to help us in our effort to eliminate poverty
housing.
The ReStore’s hours
are Tuesday – Friday 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday 9 am to 2 pm.
Gene Bauer
Executive Director
Fort Hood Area Habitat for Humanity, Inc.
Our
Lady of the Angels Maternity Shelter
Our Lady
of the Angels Maternity Shelter in Temple is licensed to serve women (age 14
to adult) in crisis pregnancy by offering a loving and stable family
environment to support the mother and child in their efforts to create a
hopeful future for themselves. There are
no charges or fees. For more
information, please call toll-free 1-866-389-2340 and click-on
"Voices For Life" on this web site.
Cedarbrake
Religious Retreat Center
Cedarbrake is a place where persons of all faiths can be in the
midst of God's creation in serenity and peace - a sacred space for prayer,
reflection, and spiritual growth. Through prayer, reading, talking
with a spiritual director, or in community with others, a new perspective on
life can emerge. Opportunities for holistic growth, body and soul, are
integral to Cedarbrake. Cedarbrake can accommodate
individuals, small groups, or large groups (up to a maximum of 96 persons)
overnight or for extended stays.
Directions to Cedarbrake:
Coming IH-35 north or south, take the 6th Avenue exit (N. Belton, TX).
Go west on 6th Avenue until it dead-ends at the intersection with N. Main
(Hwy 317). Turn right and go north for 3.4 miles. The signs and
entrance are on the west (left) of the highway.
For
information, please contact Cedarbrake at (254) 780-2436, e-mail
<cedarbrake@austindiocese.org>,
visit the web site at <austindiocese.org/cedarbrake.html>
or write: Cedarbrake Retreat & Renewal Center, P.O. Box 58, Belton, TX 76513.
Cursillo
Cursillo -
A 3-day short course in Christianity. Cursillo is a
personal encounter with Christ. You will not be able to see Him with your
eyes, but you will come to know Him with your mind and heart. You will
be aware of His presence and His love for you. Cursillo offers a whole
new approach to the work you are already doing in the parish, your home and
your work environment.
Not sure? Have questions? For more information or to register,
please call Dominga Anderson, at (254) 338-3802.
Marriage Encounter
Weekends
Married couples are encouraged to reserve 48 hours to
freshen up their vocation of marriage. Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends
provide an opportunity for married couples to put aside everything else and
focus on their relationship with one another and God. The weekend is
designed to help marriages become a true source of strength.
For more information or to register, visit
www.austineme.org, or contact Mike Furtado at (512) 396-3620.
Retrouvaille Helps Struggling Couples
Couples in difficult
relationships can find help rediscovering each other and rebuilding their
marriages. A Retrouvaille weekend seeks to help participants recommit themselves
to their spouse and to God. For more information, please visit
www.retrouvaille.org,
or call (979) 690-0561.
Landings
What is "Landings?" It is a proven Paulist program
specifically designed to welcome Catholics who wish to investigate returning
to the Church.
How does it work? "Landings" operates in a group
setting. The group provides a landing place, a safe spot to touch
down. People can share their faith journeys, pray, and discuss
Catholic spirituality with ordinary Catholics who are trying to live their
Faith.
If you or someone you know, is questioning his or her return to Mass and the
sacraments, please call 698-4338 and give "Landings" a try.
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