St. Mary's Catholic Church, Gainesville, TX

06/11/2026

A beautiful ending to a wonderful week! 💛

Today we celebrated Mass together as we concluded VBS 2026: God Is Calling Me.
Fr. John wore a special chasuble and Deacon Gelasio, a stole, decorated with the handprints of our VBS children. A beautiful reminder that each child is a unique and beloved part of God’s family.
Throughout the week, we learned that God calls each of us in different ways… to holiness, service, marriage, priesthood, religious life, and faithful discipleship.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this week possible. May these children always listen for God’s voice and respond with joyful hearts.
“I have called you by name, you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1

06/10/2026

VBS Day 2 – God Is Calling Me! ☀️🙏
Today at Vacation Bible School, our children learned that God calls each of us in a special way. We explored vocations and talked about those who answer God’s call through religious life and the priesthood. Through stories, activities, and prayer, the children discovered that listening to God’s voice begins with a willing heart.
“Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.” — 1 Samuel 3:10

06/08/2026

✨ Vacation Bible School 2026 ✨

Here are a few pictures from our first day of VBS! Our theme this year is “God Is Calling Me.” Monday’s lesson focused on “Let Your Light Shine” as we learned that God calls each of us to share His love and be a light in the world.
The children had a wonderful morning learning about their faith, meeting new friends, and discovering how God has a special purpose for each of them.
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16

06/08/2026

📣 Vacation Bible School starts tomorrow! “God Is Calling Me” is the them and we are so excited for an incredible week of faith, fun, and learning together!
A special thank you to Erin Farris and her family for the beautiful artwork that has helped bring our VBS theme to life.

✨ “Do not fear, for I have called you by name; you are mine.” – Isaiah 43:1 ✨

06/07/2026

Due to the weather, our Corpus Christi Procession has been canceled.
However, we will still gather to honor Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Following the 8:15 a.m. Mass, we will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and one hour of Adoration.
We invite everyone to spend some time with Jesus in prayer on this beautiful feast of Corpus Christi, as we celebrate His Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist.

“Could you not watch with me one hour?” — Matthew 26:40

We hope you will join us. ❤️🙏

06/06/2026

✨ Corpus Christi Procession ✨

Corpus Christi, meaning "Body of Christ," is a special feast dedicated to honoring the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist.

As Catholics, we believe the Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith. Corpus Christi gives us the opportunity not only to profess that belief with our words, but to proclaim it publicly through our witness, reverence, and presence.

This year marks our third annual Corpus Christi Procession, and we invite our entire parish family to join us as we come together in thanksgiving for this incredible gift.

📅 Sunday, June 7
⛪ Immediately following Holy Communion at the 8:15 AM Mass

We would especially like to invite:
🤍 First Holy Communion children to wear their First Communion attire (no veil necessary)
❤️ Confirmation students to wear their Confirmation shirts

Join us as we honor, adore, and proclaim the True Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

06/05/2026

☀️ You're Invited! ☀️

Don't forget—our Parish Picnic is tomorrow!

Join us for an afternoon of food, fellowship, and fun as we gather together as one parish family.

📅 Saturday, June 6
📍 Leonard Park Pavilion
🍔 Food Served: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

A special thank you to our Pastoral Council for hosting this wonderful event!

Bring your family, invite a friend, and come enjoy a day of community and fellowship. We look forward to seeing you there! 💙🙏

06/03/2026

Happy Priestly Ordination to Bishop Michael Olson!! 🙏🏻

Join us in praying for Bishop Michael F. Olson on the 32nd anniversary of his priestly ordination! Jesus, the Good Shepherd, You sent us the Holy Spirit to guide Your Church and lead her faithful to You through the ministry of the successors of Your Apostles, the bishops. May the Holy Spirit give Most Reverend Michael F. Olson the faith, strength, and wisdom to lead and guide the faithful You have placed in his pastoral care. Amen.

06/03/2026

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Fr. John! 🎂🎉

Today we celebrate and thank God for the gift of your faithful leadership, guidance, and care for our parish family. Your dedication to serving Christ and our community is a blessing to St. Mary’s each and every day.

Thank you for your prayers, kindness, wisdom, and the many ways you help lead us closer to God.

May the Lord bless you with good health, joy, peace, and many more years of faithful ministry. Please join us in wishing Fr. John a very happy and blessed birthday! 🙏💙

06/02/2026

We invite all parishioners to join us for our Corpus Christi Procession on June 7th following the 8:15 a.m. Mass as we walk with Our Lord in prayer and devotion.
We ask that our recent First Holy Communion children to attend so they can lead the procession. Fiat Youth Group & our recently confirmed will have an altar to decorate and will be in the procession as well.
Corpus Christi, meaning “Body of Christ,” is a beautiful feast day in the Catholic Church dedicated to honoring the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist.
“Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.” — John 6:56