Jan. 17, 2025
Dear friends in Christ,
Happy Friday, my friends, and happy winter cold front eve, too. Actually I'm not too happy about the cold front, but it seems it is coming this weekend nonetheless. Bundle up on your way to Mass on Sunday. The love of God and the precious gift of His Body and Blood will warm your soul, of that I am sure!
It’s been a while since we’ve seen the green vestments and colors in the church, but Ordinary Time has returned now that Advent and Christmas have concluded. This weekend is the 2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time (the 1st Sunday was superseded last week by the Baptism of the Lord) and we’ll be in this liturgical season until Lent begins in early March. Our Gospel reading this Sunday is the famous miracle story of the Wedding Feast at Cana, wherein Jesus intercedes with the first of his many “signs” that foreshadow his abundant, overflowing love for all people. May the fullness of that sign be seen in our own love for others as well.
Thanks to all who responded to our annual Stewardship Sunday last week, and thanks especially to all who completed the cards or made your commitment online. If you still have the printed card, you can drop it in the offertory basket or hand it to one of the priests or deacons this week. If you haven’t yet done so, please make your commitment electronically by visiting ctrcc.com/discover. Let us all resolve to follow our G-P-S in 2025 by Giving, Praying, and Serving as intentional disciples living out our baptismal identity in the world.
As we do from time to time in the interest of safety, we have recently changed the access code to our Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration chapel. Scheduled adorers will receive the new code from their hourly captains, and we ask everyone to keep it confidential, again in the interest of safety. If you need the code, please email Anthony Brown, our Coordinator of Adoration, at adoration@ctrcc.com, and he'll get back to you promptly.
Our parish offices and school will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20, in honor of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. And, as mentioned above, we'll be monitoring the weather conditions and forecast for any possible further closures later in the week. Right now it doesn't look too promising for Tuesday morning, but let's see how it develops over the weekend, and we'll send out an update via Flocknote and our social media as warranted.
Peace, Fr. Sean
Second Collection: California Wildfire Relief
Cardinal DiNardo has asked all parishes to take up a special collection this weekend for all those impacted by the wildfires in California. All proceeds will donated to Catholic Charities, which is coordinating relief efforts with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
We will have baskets in the narthex of the church at all masses.
You can also donate electronically through your Faith Direct account.
Let us continue to remember all victims of the fires to the mercy of God.
What's Happening at CtR
CtR Blood Drive this Sunday
From 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Give the gift of life at our Blood Drive, organized by the Knights of Columbus and benefiting the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. Sign up online!
This month, all donors receive a long-sleeved t-shirt, a free meal coupon for Black Bear Diner, and a free A1C test!
This month, all donors receive a long-sleeved t-shirt, a free meal coupon for Black Bear Diner, and a free A1C test!
Catholic Daughters' Morning of Prayer
Join us this Saturday, Jan. 18
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Court #2680, is hosting a Morning of Prayer open to all women of the parish.
When: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Room 208; Parish Office Building
The morning will include the film "Pray: The Story of Patrick Peyton," which tells the true story of the man behind the famous phrase, “The family that prays together, stays together," followed by a reflection by Deacon Mike Jones.
Parish Pastoral Council Discernment
Join us at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23
Discernment for new members of our Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) is set for Thursday, Jan. 23 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The PPC is an advisory board to me as pastor of the parish and is one of the chief ways that the parishioners participate in the life and mission of the Church. We have an excellent PPC at the moment and I have benefited greatly from their collective wisdom the past several years.
Welcoming Sunday next weekend, Jan. 26
Learn about parish life here at CtR!
All parishioners who have recently registered (or perhaps you registered a long time ago and would like a refresher!) are invited to join us for Welcoming Sunday after 9 a.m. Mass next weekend on Jan. 26 in the Parish Hall.
Hear from Fr. Sean about how you can get involved in our parish and grow in faith and fellowship. Please RSVP by emailing stewardship@ctrcc.com.
News, Upcoming, & More
CtRCS Winter Open House
Visit the school on Wednesday, Jan. 29
Come take a look at our nationally recognized CtR Catholic School in action! Join us to hear why our school is different, tour classrooms, and meet with administrators, teachers, and current families.
When: Wednesday, Jan. 29
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
CtR Men's Retreat
Saturday, Feb. 1 here at Christ the Redeemer
Calling all CtR men to join us for our annual Men's Retreat here on the beautiful parish campus!
When: Feb. 1, 2025
Where: Christ the Redeemer Campus
Retreat Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Cost: $50
Who is this retreat for? All men, no matter their level of spiritual life, who desire to spend time with the Lord alongside their brothers in Christ. It will also be a time of renewal for those who offer generous service to our parish through ministry.
Where: Christ the Redeemer Campus
Retreat Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Cost: $50
Who is this retreat for? All men, no matter their level of spiritual life, who desire to spend time with the Lord alongside their brothers in Christ. It will also be a time of renewal for those who offer generous service to our parish through ministry.
Support Catholic Schools!
Annual Steps for Students 5K Run/Walk set for Feb. 8
Steps for Students, an annual 5K Run/Walk, benefits Catholic schools in Houston, including our own CtR Catholic School!
Those who join Team CtRCS help raise needed funds for our tuition assistance program! Your registration and fundraising dollars return directly to CtRCS and help propel our purpose forward while helping to assist students in need, keeping the hope of a Catholic education attainable.
When: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025
Where: Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Those who join Team CtRCS help raise needed funds for our tuition assistance program! Your registration and fundraising dollars return directly to CtRCS and help propel our purpose forward while helping to assist students in need, keeping the hope of a Catholic education attainable.
When: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025
Where: Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
If you don’t want to run/walk yourself, you can sponsor Fr. Sean and all proceeds will come right back to benefit our own school. You can make an online pledge, and Fr. Sean will do all the work while you sleep in that morning! Click here to sponsor Fr. Sean.
Do you love all things weddings?
The Wedding Guild needs your help!
The Wedding Guild is a hospitality and support ministry for couples receiving the Sacrament of Marriage. Members assist with wedding rehearsals and ceremonies, ensuring a smooth and joyful celebration for the bride and groom and their families.
To learn more, contact Monica D'Amico at monica.damico@ctrcc.com or visit ctrcc.com/weddingguild.
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Office Hours
MON-THURS: 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
SAT-SUN: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
FRIDAY: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
SAT-SUN: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Pray with us
All are invited to communal prayer in the Chapel each week:
Tuesdays
after 9 a.m. Daily Mass
Rosary and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy
Thursdays
8:15 a.m. before Daily Mass
Rosary for vocations
First Friday of the Month
after 9 a.m. Daily Mass
Stations of the Cross
after 9 a.m. Daily Mass
Rosary and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy
Thursdays
8:15 a.m. before Daily Mass
Rosary for vocations
First Friday of the Month
after 9 a.m. Daily Mass
Stations of the Cross
The Adoration Chapel is open for silent prayer 24/7.
Email adoration@ctrcc.com for the door code.
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