St. Patrick Parish – 406 S. Bridge – Brady, Tx 76825
St. Francis Mission - Melvin, Tx
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Rev. Terry Brenon, Pastor- Rectory 325-597-1700 Deacon Hector Mendez 432-770-4042 Office Manager: Andrea Smith 325-597-2324 Finance Director: Julie Rodriguez 325-456-9197 Church website: www.stpatricksbrady.org Email: brady@sanangelodiocese.org Finance Council President: Rachael Jacoby 806/773-5179 Pastoral Council President: Jimmy Flores 325/456-1866 CRE: Christie Snodgrass 512-924-8375 |
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 1188, Brady, Tx 76825
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Masses: Tuesday & Wednesday 5:30pm; Thursday @ 12 Noon; Friday 7:30am Saturday: 5pm Melvin Sunday: 8:30am Bilingual & 10:30am English in Brady; Adoration: 8am – 11am every First Friday of the month CONFESSIONS: Sunday 8-8:25 & 10-10:25(Or by appointment) OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 9-12 & 1-3 Contact the office for information regarding Baptisms & Marriages
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Our mission: We, the Catholic Community in the Heart of Texas (McCulloch County), have been called through baptism to be disciples of Jesus Christ, and proclaim him to the world. Nourished by the Eucharist we commit ourselves to bring his message of love and unity to the people around us. |
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Sirach 3:17–18, 20, 28–29 Ancient wisdom insists that the more humble we are, the greater we are. Psalm 68 “God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.” Heb 12:18–19,22–24a Far from frightening, our encounter with God will be like a glorious holiday. Luke 14:1, 7–14 Jesus presents his own version of table manners. |
Mass Intentions & Readings
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Sat |
Aug 30 |
5:00 pm Melvin |
+Deceased members of Matthiesen Family |
********************* |
1Thes 4:9-11 Mt 25:14-30 |
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Sun |
Aug 31 |
8:30 am
10:30 am |
Mass for the People +For All the Holy Souls in Purgatory esp the deceased members of FOSS
+Angelita & Guadalupe Villarreal Sr.
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Req by Nancy Pasak
Req by Villarreal Family |
Sir 3:17-18,20,28-29 Heb 12:18-19,22-24a Lk 14:1,7-14 |
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Mon |
Sep 1 |
************ |
No Daily Mass |
*********************** |
1Thes 4:13-18 Lk 4:16-30 |
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Tues |
Sep 2 |
5:30 pm |
+For All the Holy Souls in Purgatory esp the deceased members of FOSS |
Req by Nancy Pasak |
1Thes 5:1-6,9-11 Lk4:31-37 |
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Wed |
Sep 3 |
5:30 pm |
+Dan & Susanne Miller |
Req by Sue Ellen Young |
Col 1:1-8 Lk 4:38-44 |
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Thurs |
Sep 4 |
12:00 pm |
+Steve Lawrence |
Req by Karl & Charlotte Weishuhn |
Col 1:9-14 Lk 5:1-11 |
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Fri |
Sep 5 |
7:30 am |
God’s Blessings Antonio Molina and Family |
Req by Hector & Rose Mendez |
Col 1:15-20 Lk 5:33-39 |
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Sat |
Sep 6 |
5:00 pm (M) |
+For All the Holy Souls in Purgatory esp the deceased members of FOSS |
Req by Nancy Pasak |
Col 1:21-23 Lk 6:1-5 |
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Sun |
Sep 7 |
8:30 am
10:30 am |
+Guadalupanas
Mass for the People God’s Blessings: Timothy McDonald |
Req by Guadalupanas
Req by Patty Pringle |
Wis 9:13-18b Phlm 9-10,12-17 Lk 14:25-33 |
Breastplate of St. Patrick
Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ when I rise, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of everyone who speaks of me, Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me.
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Please pray for: Madeleine Matocha, Constancia Family, Elizabeth Solis, Mike Rice, Joe Behrens, Gregrey Majors, Karen Schwertner, Paulina Bernal, Mary Torrez
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September Schedule Lectors : 9/7 8:30 Mike& Estella Garcia 10:30 Lisa Fible 9/14 8:30 Delma Nuncio 10:30 Teresa Lawrence 9/21 8:30 Julie Rodriguez/Angelina Leon 10:30 Dave Lewis 9/28 8:30 Rose Mendez 10:30 Michael Schoppe (KOC)
Eucharistic Ministers : 9/7 Andrea & Dave Smith 9/14 Oscar Villa/Jimmy Flores 9/21 Frank Quintero/Larry Sawyer 9/28 Knights of Columbus
Counters : 9/7 Josh Soto 9/14 Elida Moreno 9/21 Julie Rodriguez 9/28 Ozella Vasquez
Mass Prep/Open Church 9/7 Felipe Salas 9/14 Ozella Vásquez 9/21 Felipe Salas 9/28 Ozella Vasquez
STEWARDSHIP
*Includes $643 from bake sale Melvin
Brady
Upcoming Dates
Sep 1-Office Closed (Labor Day) Sep 5-Adoration Sep 7-Bake Sale Sep 10- First Day of CCD Sep 11-Knights of Columbus mtg Sep 15-Fall Festival mtg Sep 16-Pastoral Council mtg Sep 22-OCIA (children)
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Partying with Angels
While the first reading from Sirach and the Gospel focus on humility, with a surprise reversal of the humble being exalted, the reading from Hebrews surprises us in a different way. The author uses apocalyptic imagery to show how much the relationship between God and humanity has changed. He starts with images of fire, storms, and trumpet blasts—images that may remind you of an erupting volcano. Even God’s words brought fear and trembling. It may not be surprising that God is beyond human comprehension, but Hebrews says no. God doesn’t want to be so far beyond us that we only approach in fear. Using more images from the end-time, the author gives us a picture of the baptized partying with angels and all the just who have died. And of course God is the host. Let’s look at some of those images to see how our relationship with the Lord has grown. The heavenly Jerusalem reminds us that the Church is our home—not just your parish church building but the whole community of faith. How “at home” are you with your fellow parishioners? A church community can be a place to support those who are sick or jobless or depressed. It is also a place to be supported, to see God’s love in action. The angels in Hebrews may be a symbol of that support. The “firstborn” and “spirits of the just” could remind us of those who went before us and now rest in the Lord. They had their own struggles in life, and now live in glory. They help us to keep our true goal in mind, eternal life. Jesus came to show us how much God loves us and how close God can be. When he shed his blood on the cross (the final sign in our reading), he renewed the covenant with God’s people. We accept that gift not just by a verbal statement of faith, but by a life lived as Jesus showed us, in love of God and our neighbor. Tom Schmidt
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Adoration Join us for Eucharistic Adoration this Friday from 8-11 AM. Spend some quiet time in prayer and reflection. Stop by for a few minutes or longer.
Bake Sale There will be a bake sale on Sep 7 after both Masses. All proceeds will go towards new music books. If you would like to contribute, please drop off your items before Mass or arrangements can be made for pickup. Contact Ozella Vasquez at 456-2363.
OCIA-Becoming Catholic Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic faith or becoming Catholic? The order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a welcoming process for those who wish to explore the faith and prepare for the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Sessions begin in September. Please contact the parish office or Christie Snodgrass for more information. FALL FESTIVAL We’re looking for contributions for the Fall Festival! Handmade items for the Country Store are always a favorite. We’re also asking for new items for the Country Store and bigger items for the Live Auction. If you have questions, please reach out to Ingrid McDonald or Lauren Jacoby. -Please sign up to sell raffle tickets for our Fall Festival There are multiple locations and times available. Sign-up sheets are located at the front of the church. |
Twenty-Second Sunday of Ordinary Time
Aug 31, 2025
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325-286-4242 101 North Main St. Melvin TX
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In Loving Memory of Rito & Catalina Villegas By: Mary and Peter Tannen
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In Loving Memory of Ernesto Garcia Sr. By: Gloria Garcia and Family
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In Loving Memory of Severo Sr., Angelina, Severo Jr., Sarah, Robert, Sylvester Bara Solis By: Bara Family |
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In Loving Memory of Olga Perez Solis By: Joe & Pat
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In Loving Memory of Pete Lafuente
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St. Patrick Parish – 406 S. Bridge – Brady, Tx 76825
St. Francis Mission - Melvin, Tx
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Rev. Terry Brenon, Pastor- Rectory 325-597-1700 Deacon Hector Mendez 432-770-4042 Office Manager: Andrea Smith 325-597-2324 Finance Director: Julie Rodriguez 325-456-9197 Church website: www.stpatricksbrady.org Email: brady@sanangelodiocese.org Finance Council President: Rachael Jacoby 806/773-5179 Pastoral Council President: Jimmy Flores 325/456-1866 CRE: Christie Snodgrass 512-924-8375 |
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 1188, Brady, Tx 76825
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Masses: Tuesday & Wednesday 5:30pm; Thursday @ 12 Noon; Friday 7:30am Saturday: 5pm Melvin Sunday: 8:30am Bilingual & 10:30am English in Brady; Adoration: 8am – 11am every First Friday of the month CONFESSIONS: Sunday 8-8:25 & 10-10:25(Or by appointment) OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 9-12 & 1-3 Contact the office for information regarding Baptisms & Marriages
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Our mission: We, the Catholic Community in the Heart of Texas (McCulloch County), have been called through baptism to be disciples of Jesus Christ, and proclaim him to the world. Nourished by the Eucharist we commit ourselves to bring his message of love and unity to the people around us. |
|
Sirach 3:17–18, 20, 28–29 Ancient wisdom insists that the more humble we are, the greater we are. Psalm 68 “God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.” Heb 12:18–19,22–24a Far from frightening, our encounter with God will be like a glorious holiday. Luke 14:1, 7–14 Jesus presents his own version of table manners. |
Mass Intentions & Readings
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Sat |
Aug 30 |
5:00 pm Melvin |
+Deceased members of Matthiesen Family |
********************* |
1Thes 4:9-11 Mt 25:14-30 |
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Sun |
Aug 31 |
8:30 am
10:30 am |
Mass for the People +For All the Holy Souls in Purgatory esp the deceased members of FOSS
+Angelita & Guadalupe Villarreal Sr.
|
Req by Nancy Pasak
Req by Villarreal Family |
Sir 3:17-18,20,28-29 Heb 12:18-19,22-24a Lk 14:1,7-14 |
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Mon |
Sep 1 |
************ |
No Daily Mass |
*********************** |
1Thes 4:13-18 Lk 4:16-30 |
|
Tues |
Sep 2 |
5:30 pm |
+For All the Holy Souls in Purgatory esp the deceased members of FOSS |
Req by Nancy Pasak |
1Thes 5:1-6,9-11 Lk4:31-37 |
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Wed |
Sep 3 |
5:30 pm |
+Dan & Susanne Miller |
Req by Sue Ellen Young |
Col 1:1-8 Lk 4:38-44 |
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Thurs |
Sep 4 |
12:00 pm |
+Steve Lawrence |
Req by Karl & Charlotte Weishuhn |
Col 1:9-14 Lk 5:1-11 |
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Fri |
Sep 5 |
7:30 am |
God’s Blessings Antonio Molina and Family |
Req by Hector & Rose Mendez |
Col 1:15-20 Lk 5:33-39 |
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Sat |
Sep 6 |
5:00 pm (M) |
+For All the Holy Souls in Purgatory esp the deceased members of FOSS |
Req by Nancy Pasak |
Col 1:21-23 Lk 6:1-5 |
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Sun |
Sep 7 |
8:30 am
10:30 am |
+Guadalupanas
Mass for the People God’s Blessings: Timothy McDonald |
Req by Guadalupanas
Req by Patty Pringle |
Wis 9:13-18b Phlm 9-10,12-17 Lk 14:25-33 |
Breastplate of St. Patrick
Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ when I rise, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of everyone who speaks of me, Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me.
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Please pray for: Madeleine Matocha, Constancia Family, Elizabeth Solis, Mike Rice, Joe Behrens, Gregrey Majors, Karen Schwertner, Paulina Bernal, Mary Torrez
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September Schedule Lectors : 9/7 8:30 Mike& Estella Garcia 10:30 Lisa Fible 9/14 8:30 Delma Nuncio 10:30 Teresa Lawrence 9/21 8:30 Julie Rodriguez/Angelina Leon 10:30 Dave Lewis 9/28 8:30 Rose Mendez 10:30 Michael Schoppe (KOC)
Eucharistic Ministers : 9/7 Andrea & Dave Smith 9/14 Oscar Villa/Jimmy Flores 9/21 Frank Quintero/Larry Sawyer 9/28 Knights of Columbus
Counters : 9/7 Josh Soto 9/14 Elida Moreno 9/21 Julie Rodriguez 9/28 Ozella Vasquez
Mass Prep/Open Church 9/7 Felipe Salas 9/14 Ozella Vásquez 9/21 Felipe Salas 9/28 Ozella Vasquez
STEWARDSHIP
*Includes $643 from bake sale Melvin
Brady
Upcoming Dates
Sep 1-Office Closed (Labor Day) Sep 5-Adoration Sep 7-Bake Sale Sep 10- First Day of CCD Sep 11-Knights of Columbus mtg Sep 15-Fall Festival mtg Sep 16-Pastoral Council mtg Sep 22-OCIA (children)
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Partying with Angels
While the first reading from Sirach and the Gospel focus on humility, with a surprise reversal of the humble being exalted, the reading from Hebrews surprises us in a different way. The author uses apocalyptic imagery to show how much the relationship between God and humanity has changed. He starts with images of fire, storms, and trumpet blasts—images that may remind you of an erupting volcano. Even God’s words brought fear and trembling. It may not be surprising that God is beyond human comprehension, but Hebrews says no. God doesn’t want to be so far beyond us that we only approach in fear. Using more images from the end-time, the author gives us a picture of the baptized partying with angels and all the just who have died. And of course God is the host. Let’s look at some of those images to see how our relationship with the Lord has grown. The heavenly Jerusalem reminds us that the Church is our home—not just your parish church building but the whole community of faith. How “at home” are you with your fellow parishioners? A church community can be a place to support those who are sick or jobless or depressed. It is also a place to be supported, to see God’s love in action. The angels in Hebrews may be a symbol of that support. The “firstborn” and “spirits of the just” could remind us of those who went before us and now rest in the Lord. They had their own struggles in life, and now live in glory. They help us to keep our true goal in mind, eternal life. Jesus came to show us how much God loves us and how close God can be. When he shed his blood on the cross (the final sign in our reading), he renewed the covenant with God’s people. We accept that gift not just by a verbal statement of faith, but by a life lived as Jesus showed us, in love of God and our neighbor. Tom Schmidt
|
Adoration Join us for Eucharistic Adoration this Friday from 8-11 AM. Spend some quiet time in prayer and reflection. Stop by for a few minutes or longer.
Bake Sale There will be a bake sale on Sep 7 after both Masses. All proceeds will go towards new music books. If you would like to contribute, please drop off your items before Mass or arrangements can be made for pickup. Contact Ozella Vasquez at 456-2363.
OCIA-Becoming Catholic Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic faith or becoming Catholic? The order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a welcoming process for those who wish to explore the faith and prepare for the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Sessions begin in September. Please contact the parish office or Christie Snodgrass for more information. FALL FESTIVAL We’re looking for contributions for the Fall Festival! Handmade items for the Country Store are always a favorite. We’re also asking for new items for the Country Store and bigger items for the Live Auction. If you have questions, please reach out to Ingrid McDonald or Lauren Jacoby. -Please sign up to sell raffle tickets for our Fall Festival There are multiple locations and times available. Sign-up sheets are located at the front of the church. |
Twenty-Second Sunday of Ordinary Time
Aug 31, 2025
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325-286-4242 101 North Main St. Melvin TX
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In Loving Memory of Rito & Catalina Villegas By: Mary and Peter Tannen
|
In Loving Memory of Ernesto Garcia Sr. By: Gloria Garcia and Family
|
In Loving Memory of Severo Sr., Angelina, Severo Jr., Sarah, Robert, Sylvester Bara Solis By: Bara Family |
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In Loving Memory of Olga Perez Solis By: Joe & Pat
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In Loving Memory of Pete Lafuente
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