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News and Events
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Thursday, September 249/24: A DAY OF PRAYER AND FASTING Bishop Brendan Cahill invites everyone in the Diocese of Victoria to join him and others across the nation for a National Day of Prayer and Fasting on Thursday, Sept. 24.Read More
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Friday, October 2As you prepare your bulletins for the coming weekend, would you please consider adding information on the upcoming “Choosing to Love” marriage retreat? A sample image is attached, and this webpage has more info: https://www.victoriadiocese.org/choosingtolove This unique retreat opportunity will be October 2-4 for all couples who want to take their marriage to the next level. Father Michael Rother from St. Philip the Apostle in El Campo will be leading it with a team from his parish at the Spiritual Renewal Center. I’m excited to be a participant with my wife! Founded by Father Gary Janak and several couples from the El Campo area in 2009, it has helped many couples grow in their understanding of and commitment to their sacred marriage.Read More
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Saturday, October 3No raffle tickets will be mailed out and loose/bulk raffle tickets will be available for pickup at the back of the Church, October 3. Tickets will still be 6 for $5 and can be sold up to the drawing, on December 6th, which will be held after the 11:00 am Mass. We appreciate everyone’s support with this fundraiser in absence of the Bazaar, please help us by selling as many tickets as you can. Co-Chairs David and Susan Tomchesson and Chris and Melissa Morse.Read More
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Wednesday, October 7Regular Schedule 2nd Sacrament Prep 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM High School 7:00 PM- 8:15 PMRead More
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Wednesday, October 14Regular Schedule 2nd Sacrament Prep 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM High School 7:00 PM- 8:15 PMRead More
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Welcome to East Bernard Holy Cross Catholic Church Website
In an effort to support the Diocese to control the transmission of the Covid-19, all group meetings, Mass, and Adoration will be suspended until futher notice.
We are now allowed 50% occupancy during Mass, however we are to strictly observe social distancing of 6th apart except families.
Please enter the Church and Church offices with a mask.
For those who would like to receive Communion, Fr. Charles will stay after 9am Mass until 10:45am
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Online Giving
Please use the following link to participate: Onlive Giving for Holy Cross Parish
If there are any questions about the website page, please call Janet Jones, director of communications, at 361-573-0828, Ext. 2231, or Justin Reyes at 361-573-0828, Ext. 2265. Or you can e-mail your questions to jjones@victoriadiocese.org or jreyes@victoriadioceese.org
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Holy Cross Virtual Bazzar 2020
Raffle: This year, due to safety concerns from the global pandemic, the raffle booth prizes will be all gift cards or gift certificates. Donations of gift cards and gift No raffle tickets will be mailed out and loose/bulk raffle tickets will be available for pickup at the back of the Church, October 3. Tickets will still be 6 for $5 and can be sold up to the drawing, on December 6th, which will be held after the 11:00 am Mass. We appreciate everyone’s support with this fundraiser in absence of the Bazaar, please help us by selling as many tickets as you can. Co-Chairs David and Susan Tomchesson and Chris and Melissa Morse.
Donations are welcome: Please drop any donations in collection, Rectory drop box on office porch or Mail to Holy Cross, PO Box 1325. Use your Bazaar envelope from the contribution box or mark an envelope with your name.
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 IS 55:6-9Responsorial Psalm PS 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18Reading 2 PHIL1:20C-24, 27AGospel MT 20:1-16A
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News from the Vatican
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During a meeting Saturday with the heads of the Spanish bishops’ conference, Pope Francis expressed concern over a measure to legalize euthanasia soon to be discussed by Spain’s Senate.
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It is important to have Christian media that provide quality coverage of the life of the church and that are capable of forming people's consciences, Pope Francis said.
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Pope Francis on Wednesday told a group of parents of LGBT children that God loves them as they are, and that the Church loves them because they are “children of God.”
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Report Abuse
Child and Vulnerable Adult Reporting Procedures
If you witness, suspect, or know of child and/or vulnerable adult abuse, YOU MUST FILE A REPORT WITHIN 48 HOURS!
Contact Civil Authorities:
Department of Family and Protective Services
1-800-252-5400 or www.txabusehotline.org
If the person is in immediate danger, call 911.
If Church Personnel Is Involved In Alleged Abuse:
Step One— Contact Civil Authorities.
Step Two— Contact one of the following:
· Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Outreach, Vicki L. Pyatt, LMSW, at (361) 827-7186 or email pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org
· Bishop or Chancellor of the Diocese of Victoria at (361) 573-0828; and Written Allegations Should Be Sent To:
Office of the Bishop
P. O. Box 4070
Victoria, Texas 77903
Mark as “Personal and Confidential”
We will also help you bring your concerns to church officials outside the diocese if the abuse occurred elsewhere and you now reside in the Diocese of Victoria. If you are unsure about bringing a complaint or would like further information, please contact Vicki L. Pyatt.
Holy Cross Parish’s Safe Environment Coordinator is Patricia (Patsy) Krenek. Mrs. Krenek may be contacted by phone at
(979) 335-7551 or email faithformation@eastbernardcatholic.org
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Catholic News Service
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WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died Sept. 18 at age 87, has been described in countless tributes as a cultural icon and a giant despite her small size. "Our...
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NEW YORK (CNS) -- Though it claims to be based on true events, the political thriller "Infidel" (Cloudburst) might as well have a soundtrack of axes being ground. In dealing with religious...
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CHICAGO (CNS) -- Father Ron Foshage, a missionary priest ministering in the Diocese of Beaumont, Texas, has been named Catholic Extension's 2020-2021 Lumen Christi Award honoree for "his...
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