Ash Wednesday February 22nd Masses 7 AM 12 PM 5 PM A D Bruce Religion Center Main Chapel

 

Ash Wednesday this year is on February 22nd. This day marks the beginning of the Lenten season. The imposition of ashes is an ancient penitential practice symbolizing our dependence upon God's mercy and forgiveness. Ash Wednesday is a day of fast and abstinence in the Catholic Church. The following is the schedule of Masses with distribution of ashes at the A D Bruce Religion Center in the Main Chapel: 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Use UH entrance # 13 to get to the A D Bruce Religion Center. 

 

Lenten Guidelines

Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast and abstinence.

Fridays of Lent are days of abstinence.
 
Fasting binds all persons who have completed their 18th birthday through those who have completed their 59th year, unless prevented by poor health.  On days of fast, one full meal is allowed.  Two other meals sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one's own needs.  Eating between meals is not allowed although fluids may be taken.
 
Abstinence binds all persons who have completed their 14th birthday, unless prevented by poor health.  On days of abstinence during Lent, the consumption of meat of mammals or fowl is not allowed.  The Church strongly encourages the observance of Friday abstinence throughout the year, but failure to do so is not regarded as sinful.
 
Lent is a penitential season and as such religious practice such as daily Mass, reception of the Sacrament of Penance, the devotion of the Stations of the Cross, works of charity and justice, and acts of self-denial are highly encouraged.

ASH WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 22 MASSES 7 AM 12 PM 5 PM A D BRUCE RELIGION CENTER MAIN CHAPEL

Ash Wednesday this year is on February 22nd. This day marks the beginning of the Lenten season.  The imposition of ashes is an ancient penitential practice symbolizing our dependence upon God's mercy and forgiveness. Ash Wednesday is a day of fast and abstinence in the Catholic Church. The following is the schedule of Masses with distribution of ashes at the A D Bruce Religion Center in the Main Chapel: 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Use UH entrance # 13 to get to the A D Bruce Religion Center. 

RETREAT OPPORTUNITY BAYOU AWAKENING # 18 MARCH 16TH - 18TH CAMP KAPPE

What Is Awakening? Bayou Awakening is a retreat for college age young adults (18-25), led by young adults, that focuses on deepening your relationship with Christ.  There are several talks, including: "What is a Christian?" "Reconciliation," "Prayer," "Faith," "Discernment," "The Mystical Body of Christ."  There are opportunities for small group conversation, quiet prayer time, mass, and confession.  Join us for a great weekend of spiritual renewal!  The retreat is offered twice a year, in the fall and the spring. The next Bayou Awakening #18 Retreat is on March 16th – 18th at Camp Kappe 7738 Camp Kappe Road in Plantersville, Texas 77363. For an application to attend this retreat please go to http://www.archgh.org/youngacm/Awakening/ After you’ve filled out your application, you’ll need to mail it to the following address Office of Y.A.C.M. Bayou Awakening # 18 2403 East Holcombe Blvd Houston, Texas 77021. Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Galveston – Houston. 

Immaculate Conception Mass Thursday December 8th 12 Noon A D Bruce Religion Center Main Chapel

The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is a Holy Day of Obligation.  Because this is the patronal feast day of the United States the obligation to attend Mass is maintained.  On Thursday, December 8th Mass will be celebrated at the A D Bruce Religion Center at 12 NOON in the Main Chapel.

7TH ANNUAL STEPS FOR STUDENTS 5K RUN/WALK UH ROBERTSON STADIUM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH

On Saturday, February 18, 2012, the Archdiocese of Galveston - Houston will host the 7th Annual Steps for Students 5k Run/Walk at Robertson Stadium at the University of Houston Main Campus 3875 Holman Street, Houston, Texas 770204-6014. Steps for Students is an Annual Archdiocesan wide event where all school and parish communities can come together as one to support Catholic education.  The goal of Steps for Students is to raise awareness of the importance of a Catholic Education and provide much needed resources for our Catholic Schools.  This day of family fun includes a 5k USA Track and Field Association sanctioned race, the David K. Guite Memorial 1k Family Fun Run, Catholic School Parade and Post Race Party.

What does Steps for Students support?
Registrants have the opportunity to join a school team, designate their registration fee to that school and solicit pledges designated for that school.  The underwriting (sponsorships) for the race and any undesignated registration fees or pledges support the Archdiocesan Tuition Assistance Program.
 
The Archdiocesan Tuition Assistance Program is a commitment that the Archdiocese makes to keep Catholic schools accessible, available and affordable to all families.  This commitment is the hallmark of our faith and service in regards to the educational mission of the Church.  With 59 schools, serving over 17,000 students, the network of Catholic Schools is the largest private school system in the state of Texas.
 
Volunteers Needed For 2012 Steps For Students
Steps Fans!  We’re looking for a few GREAT volunteers who would like to join the Steps for Students 5K Planning Committee.  Do you or someone you know believe in supporting education?  Is there someone in your school community who is super-psyched about Steps and wants to be part of the action?!  If so, contact Leslie Barrera at lbarrera [at] archgh [dot] org or Michael Schillaci at mschillaci [at] archgh [dot] org or by phone at (713) 652 - 4417. For more Race information visit there webpage at http://www.steps4students.org/
 
 
 
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