Infant Adoption Program
Couples wanting to adopt newborn babies, please contact Catholic Charities. Our adoption program is currently looking for couples to apply. Couples must satisfy the program requirements to be considered. Contact Colleen Kitowski at 713-874-6760 or email ckitowski@catholiccharities.org.

Elder Abuse
Elder abuse can happen to anyone and it can take many different forms. Most cases of abuse reported to Adult Protective Services involve “self-neglect.” Many of these people are vulnerable to abuse because they live alone or are dependent on someone else for their care. Texas requires by law the reporting of elder abuse or the
suspicion of elder abuse. If you know of someone who cannot care for himself/herself, or who is being abused, neglected or exploited, whether they live alone or with a spouse or caregiver, Texas law requires that you report the abuse. The number is 1-800-252-5400; your report will remain confidential. For additional information,
please contact the Office of Aging at 713-741-8712.

Parenting Help?
The office of Family Life Ministry have trained eight professionals around the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston to provide services to parents who are willing and need help raising their children. The program is designed to offer advice, support and formation to parents with common developmental and behavioral problems in children. To obtain more information please contact us at 713-741-8739 or 713-741-8711.

Desea obtener alguna ayuda para saber como manejar a sus hijos? La oficina del Ministerio de Vida Familiar cuenta con un selecto grupo de 8 profesionales alrededor de la Arquidiócesis que pueden proveer estos servicios a padres que desean obtener ayuda en la crianza de sus hijos. Estos programas están diseñados para ofrecer formación y para
guiar a los padres en diversas situaciones. Para mayor información por favor comuníquese al 713-741-8739 o al 713-741-8711.

Lay Carmelites
Would you like to deepen your prayer life and receive support on your journey to God? Lay Carmelites are called to be involved in the mission of the Church to sanctify the world through prayer. We are mothers, fathers, students, and single people going about our everyday life seeking to reach out to everyone in a loving way. Our roles models are the Prophet Elijah for his zeal for the Lord and Mary, the Mother of Jesus, for teaching us the way of contemplative prayer. We are affiliated with the Carmelite Order. Our communities meet on a monthly basis to study, share and grow in our spiritual life. For information e-mail Therese Thomas rmthomas_us@yahoo.com.

Brown Bag Event: St. Paula Ministry
Every first Tuesday of the month, pack your lunch and come meet, hear and learn about programs and updates from the Family Life Transitions Office. 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Dominic Archdiocesan Center, 2403 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77021. For more information, please contact the Office of Family Life Ministry at 713-741-8708 or send an e-mail to eaguilera@archgh.org.

Grupo de Oración
“Renacer en Jesús”
Le invita a que se una a ellos este y todos los miércoles a alabar y adorar al Señor que quiere tener una relación con cada uno de nosotros. En el grupo de oración se ora juntos, unos por otros y por necesidades particulares de aquellos que asisten.
¡Dios se manifiesta poderosamente!
Miércoles a las 7:00 p.m. en el la Iglesia… Te esperamos!!!

Men Sharpening Men


A new men's meeting has started on Sunday mornings 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

The purpose of the meeting is to enhance the spiritual growth of the men of the parish by discussing topics of interest to men.

All men are invited, so come join the discussions.

Triple P parenting classes
Triple P is a high-quality, effective parent education program for parents with children up to 12 years old and for parents of teenagers. For a full schedule of classes, click here. For More information about Triple P and how to participate, please call 713-741-8711 or  713-741-8739 or email: mroman@archgh.org.


Infant Adoption Program
Couples wanting to adopt newborn babies, please contact Catholic Charities. Our adoption program is currently looking for couples to apply. Couples must satisfy the program requirements to be considered. Contact Colleen Kitowski at 713-874-6760 or email ckitowski@catholiccharities.org.

Desea obtener alguna ayuda para saber como manejar a
sus hijos?
La oficina del Ministerio de Vida Familiar cuenta con un selecto grupo de 8 profesionales alrededor de la Arquidiócesis que pueden proveer estos servicios a padres que desean obtener ayuda en la crianza de sus hijos.Estos programas están diseñados para ofrecer formación y para guiar a los padres en diversas situaciones.
Para mayor información por favor co-muníquese al 713-741-8739 o al 713-741-8711.

Divorced? Separated?
Divorce Care meets every Monday at 6:50 pm Retreat House at Mary Queen Catholic Church Divorce Care is a weekly support group and seminar series where you?ll learn how to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. Start when you can, come as often as you can. The cost is just $15 per person (includes workbook). For information or to pre-register contact Joanie at joan-mcbride@att.net .

A great opportunity to serve as married couple!
Adult Ministry is recruiting married couples interested in serving this great community by helping other couples who are going through their marriage preparation process. The program's name is "Fully Engaged". If you think that this could be a great way for you and your spouse to get involved in our community of faith and also growth in your relationship, please contact Mr. Jose Juan Valdez, Adult Ministry Director at 713-538-2862.

Fin de Semana del Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial
   Es una experiencia positiva que ofrece a las parejas casadas una oportunidad para aprender técnicas de comunicación amorosa que pueden usar por el resto de sus vidas. Es una oportunidad para mirar profundamente su relación de pareja y con Dios. Es un tiempo para compartir sus sentimientos, esperanzas y sueños con el otro. El fin de semana proporciona un ambiente conductivo para que las parejas pasen el tiempo juntos, lejos de las distracciones y tensiones de la vida cotidiana, mientras los alienta a concentrarse en el otro y en su relación. Para más información llame a Adrián y Paula García al 713-826-2024 & 281-788-6372

Maria Goretti Support Group
New support group for those afflicted with any type of abuse (physical, sexual, emotional, spiritual or mental) will begin to meet at 7:00 pm on the third Monday of every month in downtown Houston at the Cathedral Centre (1701  San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77002). For more info about the Maria Goretti Network that is sponsoring this support group, go to www.mgoretti.org/ or call 713-851-3708.

Marriage Counseling
Do you know a couple that is having a challenging situation in their relationship and needs help? We may be able to coach you as a couple. We offer enrichment sessions, consulting and mentoring for married couples experiencing crisis or challenges in their relationship. For more detailed information please contact the office of Family Life Ministry at 713-741-8711.

Conoce a alguna pareja que esta teniendo dificultades en su relacion matrimonial o con sus hijos, y necesita ayuda?
Podemos ayudarle a enriquecer su relación matrimonial y de pareja y también como padre de familia. Le ofrecemos mentoría para parejas; y también ayuda con un programa que demuestra resultados positivos con sus hijos: Programa Positivo para Padres. Para mayor información por favor contacte la oficina de Ministerio de Vida Familiar al 713-741-8711.


New Life

Supplemental program for remarriage in English only, for couples where one or both are divorce or widowed. This program is offered in English only at St. Dominic Archdiocesan Center 2403 Holcombe Boulevard Houston, TX 77021

For more information contact the Family Life Office at 713-741-8706.

Marriage Encounter

A special weekend for married couples, offered in English.
Application fee is $50. For more information visit www.mehouston.org
 

Preparación Matrimonial
A las parejas que desean recibir el sacramento del matrimonio les informamos que la sesión de información será los miércoles, cada dos meses a las 7:30 p.m. en el Edificio de Educación.

Natural Family Planning
NFP Information Meetings One-hour meetings describing NFP and its advantages, and the disadvantages of artificial contraception. Third Saturday of the month in the mornings, 11:00 a.m., St. Dominic Archdiocesan Center, 2403 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77021. For more information contact the Family Life Office at 713-741-8710

Planificación Natural Familiar
PNF o NFP-Reuniones en Español Reuniones informativas de una hora para describir la planificación familiar natural, sus ventajas y las desventajas de la contracepción. Se lleva a cabo en el Centro de Retiros Cameron, 2403 de la calle Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77021. Los domingos de cada mes a las 2:00 p.m.

Nuevo Amanecer Plus
Usualmente conocido como Programa Informal de Apoyo para Personas Valiosas R.S.V.P. Plus ¿Continua sufriendo las cicatrices de un divorcio, una separación o la misma muerte de un ser querido? Venga y participe en un programa informal de apoyo que le ayudar a mejorar su estima personal y su sentido de re-encontrar la vida. Este programa es ofrecido en inglés y español todos los martes de 7 a 9 de la noche. Para mayores informes por favor contacte a la Oficina del Ministerio de Vida Familiar 713-741-8720.