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Lenten Schedule
Parish Lenten Confessions
Wednesday March 11, 2026
from 6:00pm to 7:00 pm
Miércoles 11 de marzo de 2026
de 6:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m.
Parish Lenten Retreat
Saturday March 14, 2026, English
from 9:00 am to 12 noon
Sábado 14 de marzo de 2026, inglés
de 9:00 a.m. a 12 del mediodía
Stations of The Cross
on Fridays of Lent
at 6:00pm followed by Mass at 6:45pm
los viernes de Cuaresma
a las 6:00 p.m., seguido de Misa a las 6:45 p.m.
Lenten Schedule
March 11 Wednesday – Parish Lenten Confessions from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
March 13 Friday – Stations of the Cross at 6:00 p.m. & Mass at 6:45 p.m.
March 14 Saturday - LENTEEN RETREAT in English 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
March 15 Fourth Sunday of Lent
March 19 Thursday – Feast of St. Joseph – Mass at 8:00 a.m.
March 20 Friday – Stations of the Cross at 6:00 p.m. & Mass at 6:45 p.m.
March 21 & 22 Fifth Week of Lent
March 27 Friday – Stations of the Cross at 6:00 p.m. & Mass at 6:45 p.m.
March 28 & 29 Palm Sunday Weekend.Regular Weekend Mass Schedule.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before Mass so that we can all prayerfully participate in the Procession of the Palms.
Mar. 30 - Apr. 4 Holy Week
March 31 Tuesday – Chrism Mass in Tyler. During this Mass, all priests renew their Sacerdotal Vows,and the Holy Oils are Blessed for Sacramental use.
Kindly pray for the priests. If you can, kindly attend the Chrism Mass in Tyler.
THE HOLY TRIDDUM – The Most Sacred Days of the Church
Please make every effort to participate in all the liturgies of these three sacred days
A separate schedule will be available for Holy Week
April 2 Thursday – Holy Thursday Mass at 6:00 p.m. – Foot Washing &
Adoration till Midnight. Please attend the Mass of the Lord’s Supper.
April 3 Friday– Good Friday Liturgy at 6:00 p.m.
April 4 Saturday– Easter Vigil at 8:00 p.m.
April 5 Sunday – Easter Sunday. Regular Mass Schedule.
April 12 Sunday– Divine Mercy Sunday. Regular Mass Schedule.
April 18 Saturday – Parish Festival at 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Horario de Cuaresma
Iglesia Católica de Santa Teresita – Canton Por favor, tengan en cuenta que no hay cambios en el horario de Misas entre semana y los fines de semana, excepto los viernes, cuando NO habrá Misa a las 8:00 a.m. Tendremos el Vía Crucis a las 6:00 p.m., seguido de la Misa a las 6:45 p.m. Por favor, observen los días de ayuno y abstinencia. Ayuno significa "no comer" y abstinencia significa "no comer carne". Las confesiones están disponibles 30 minutos antes de cada Misa.
11 de marzo Miércoles – Confesiones parroquiales de Cuaresma de 6:00 a 7:30 p.m.
13 de marzo Viernes – Vía Crucis a las 6:00 p.m. y Misa a las 6:45 p.m.
14 de marzo Sábado - RETIRO DE CUARESMA en inglés 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 del mediodía
15 de marzo Cuarto domingo de Cuaresma
19 de marzo Jueves – Fiesta de San José – Misa a las 8:00 a.m. ...
20 de marzo, viernes – Vía Crucis a las 6:00 p.m. y Misa a las 6:45 p.m.
21 y 22 de marzo – Quinta Semana de Cuaresma
27 de marzo, viernes – Vía Crucis a las 6:00 p.m. y Misa a las 6:45 p.m.
28 y 29 de marzo – Fin de semana de Domingo de Ramos. Horario regular de Misas de fin de semana.
Por favor, llegue al menos 15 minutos antes de la Misa para que todos podamos participar en oración en la Procesión de los Ramos.
30 de marzo - 4 de abril – Semana Santa
31 de marzo, martes – Misa Crismal en Tyler. Durante esta Misa, todos los sacerdotes renuevan sus Votos Sacerdotales y los Santos Óleos son bendecidos para su uso sacramental.
Por favor, oren por los sacerdotes. Si pueden, asistan a la Misa Crismal en Tyler.
EL SANTO TRIDUO – Los Días Más Sagrados de la Iglesia
Hagan todo lo posible por participar en todas las liturgias de estos tres días sagrados.
Se dispondrá de un horario separado para la Semana Santa.
2 de abril jueves – Misa de Jueves Santo a las 6:00 p.m. – Lavatorio de los pies y Adoración hasta la medianoche. Por favor, participe en la Misa de la Cena del Señor.
3 de abril viernes – Liturgia del Viernes Santo a las 6:00 p.m.
4 de abril sábado – Vigilia Pascual a las 8:00 p.m.
5 de abril domingo – Domingo de Pascua. Horario regular de Misas.
12 de abril domingo – Domingo de la Divina Misericordia. Horario regular de Misas.
18 de abril sábado – Festival Parroquial de 10:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m.
Father's weekly message
March 15, 2026, The Fourth Sunday in Lent
Reflection on the Lord’s Prayer: “Thy Kingdom Come”
What do we ask God when we say, “Thy Kingdom Come”? First, let us consider the meaning of the word “kingdom.” In the Old Testament, the Aramaic word malkhuta and the Hebrew word mamlakah have four meanings. 1. God’s ultimate authority to act in human affairs as Judge and King, to destroy evil and liberate the oppressed. 2. The reign of God, which refers to God’s moral and spiritual power to change the hearts of men from wickedness to holiness and to demand the observance of his laws. 3. The dominion of God, which refers to God’s covenantal relationship with his chosen people. In this sense, the kingdom can be understood as peace, love, mercy, and justice dwelling in the hearts of believers. 4.The kingdom refers to the final establishment of his rule over all creation; hence, it is an eschatological event.
In the New Testament, the word basileia is used in reference to “kingship,” “kingdom,” and “reign.” Jesus begins his public ministry with the proclamation: “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel” (Mark 1:15). In the New Testament, we can see three main characteristics of the kingdom of God. First, Jesus came to fulfill the promises to, and covenants made with, the Davidic kingdom of Israel, which God established by anointing Saul, David, and Solomon. Therefore, at the very beginning of his ministry, Jesus says, “The time is fulfilled.” Second, the new kingdom is present here and now; it is established by Christ himself. Indeed, he himself embodies the kingdom. Therefore, his kingdom is not territorial but spiritual and eternal. Jesus calls for repentance from sin so that all who believe in him may become members of this new kingdom, which is built on peace, justice, mercy, and love, yet conquered through his death and resurrection. Our Lord’s entire ministry—his miracles, teachings, and parables (Matt 13:1–52)—clearly manifests the characteristics of this new kingdom. The requirements for those who wish to enter this kingdom are mentioned in the Beatitudes (Matt 5:1–11). This new kingdom is also referred to as the Church. For Jesus said to Simon Peter: “I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 16:18–19). Third, Jesus speaks about the eschatological kingdom—a kingdom that will come at the end of the world, when the final judgment will take place to judge the living and the dead. Then Christ’s rule will be fully and forever established.
Therefore, when we make this petition, we are asking our Lord for several things. First, we ask him to increase our hope in the ultimate reality of his final kingdom. Second, we ask for his constant grace to fight against the evil powers of this present world, because ever since Pentecost a decisive battle has been joined between “the flesh” and “the Spirit,” and between the spiritual and the material. Third, like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, we urge our Lord: “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over” (Luke 24:29). See how appropriate it is to pray this petition! —“Thy kingdom come”—just before the reception of the Eucharist. So, when you pray this petition, remember to ask our Lord to increase your faith and hope, to grant you the grace to fight against your own evil inclinations and sins, and to remain in you and with you until the end of time. — Fr. Jesu
Announcements for March 15th, 2026
Stations of the Cross will begin on Friday, February 20th at 6:00 p.m. with Mass following at 6:45 p.m. There will not be an 8:00 a.m. Mass on Friday’s during Lent.
El Vía Crucis comenzará el viernes 20 de febrero a las 6:00 p.m., seguido de la Misa a las 6:45 p.m. No habrá misa a las 8:00 a.m. los viernes durante la Cuaresma.
The Knights of Columbus are currently accepting applications from all High School Seniors for the Jack Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund. Please submit your application no later than March 31st.
Los Caballeros de Colón están aceptando actualmente solicitudes de todos los estudiantes de último año de preparatoria para el Fondo de Becas Conmemorativo Jack Smith. Por favor, envía tu solicitud a más tardar el 31 de marzo.
Please prayerfully consider giving to this year’s Bishop’s Appeal for Ministries. Pledge cards are in the Narthex. Please turn your pledge cards into the church office. Do not mail them directly to the Diocese.
Por favor, considere en oración hacer una donación a la Campaña Anual del Obispo para los Ministerios de este año. Las tarjetas de compromiso están en el Nártex. Por favor entregue sus tarjetas de compromiso en la oficina de la iglesia. No las envíe directamente a la Diócesis.
St. Therese Catholic Church is also offering $250 scholarships to those attending college or a trade school. Applications are available in the church office and are due no later than April 15th.
La Iglesia Católica de Santa Teresa también está ofreciendo becas de $250 para quienes asistan a la universidad o a una escuela técnica. Las solicitudes están disponibles en la oficina de la iglesia y deben entregarse a más tardar el 15 de abril.
Donations are needed for the Parish Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday! Please leave your candy stuffed plastic eggs in the "Easter Egg Donation Box" in the Narthex or drop them off at the Church office.
¡Se necesitan donaciones para la Búsqueda de Huevos de Pascua de la Parroquia el Domingo de Pascua! Por favor, deje sus huevos de plástico rellenos de dulces en la "Caja de Donación de Huevos de Pascua" en el Nártex o entréguelos en la oficina de la Iglesia.
The Ladies Guild are having a garage sale on the church grounds March 27th and 28th. They are currently accepting donations. Please drop them off during church office hours at the food pantry. NO CLOTHES PLEASE.
El Gremio de Damas tendrá una venta de garaje en los terrenos de la iglesia los días 27 y 28 de marzo. Actualmente están aceptando donaciones. Por favor, déjelas durante el horario de oficina de la iglesia en la despensa de alimentos. POR FAVOR, NO ROPA.