Who We Are
VISION
We are the family of God, united by the Eucharist, rooted in truth, beauty and goodness to spread the Light of Christ.
MISSION
Our mission is to:
- Provide for the worship needs and spiritual growth of the Catholic community
- Foster a spirit of unity and cooperation within our parish family
- Provide lifelong faith formation and opportunities to attain a deeper relationship with the Lord
- Amplify the Kingdom of God through Prayer, Participation and Generosity.
- Promote truth, peace, justice, charity and sanctity of life in our parish and in the community.
Weekly Announcements
ADULT FAITH FORMATION Adult Faith Formation is starting back up as the fall semester begins! Sessions will be held on Tuesday mornings from 9 to 10:30 am in the OLPH hall.
CATHOLIC TURKEY DINNER BAZAAR 2025
JOIN US SUNDAY (10/26/25) AT 10:30 AM AT THE HERITAGE HALL IN WEST COLUMBIA FOR OUR ANNUAL TURKEY DINNER BAZAAR! COME HUNGRY! WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO INVITE ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY, CO-WORKERS, AND NEIGHBORS TO COME ENJOY SOME GOOD FOOD AND GREAT FELLOWSHIP!
If you have not already turned in your raffle tickets and would still like to turn them in, please bring them to the raffle table at the Turkey Dinner Bazaar on Sunday so that they may be counted!
DO NOT PUT THEM IN THE COLLECTION BOX
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL LOCAL SOCIETY NEWS
Lend a hand, provide a meal, or make a small donation. Your time, food, or funds can change the lives of those we help! Items in need at our local pantry: Bathroom Tissue, Detergent, Canned Chicken, Cereal, Jelly, and Corn Bread Mix. Simply drop off items in the SVdP baskets at the back of either OLPH or SJA. Thank you for your support!
DO YOU KNOW HOW TO SEW?
The SJA Altar Guild is looking for volunteers who like to sew! At times, they need help making prayer blankets. If you’re interested, please call Linda Miska at 979-236-3978
CATHOLICISM 101 WITH FR. PRESTON
Catholicism 101 sessions are starting back up as the fall semester begins! Bring questions or topics you’d like Father Preston to discuss - he will start the evening off with some basics as not to overwhelm you. This series will run through the school year, with sessions being held once a month on Mondays, in the OLPH hall from 6:00 to 7:30 pm! Future Session Dates:
October 20, November 17, December 15, January 19, February 16, March 16, April 20, May 18.
HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Sunday, October 26
NO 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Mass due to the TDB
10:30 am Turkey Dinner Bazaar serving begins
Monday, October 27
8:15 am Legion of Mary (English) — SJA hall
Tuesday, October 28
9 to 10:30 am Adult Faith Formation — OLPH hall
6:30 pm Legion of Mary (Spanish) — OLPH hall
6:30 pm St. Vincent de Paul Meeting — SJA hall
Wednesday, October 29
7:00 pm Family Adoration — OLPH
Thursday, October 30
6:00 pm OCIA Class — *SJA hall*
Saturday, November 1
9:00 am All Saints’ Day Mass — OLPH
Sunday, November 2
9 to 10:15 am Confirmation 2 Class — SJA hall
Weekly Bulletins
reception of the Holy Eucharist
A Lenten mission with Father Chris Alar in preparation for worthy reception of the Holy Eucharist: Communion on the hand vs tongue and receiving in a state of grace.
OUR PARISH LIFE
Mass Times
Lector & Minister Schedule
Weekly Bulletin
- Monday: No Mass
- Tuesday: 5:00p.m. SJA
- Wednesday: 8:30a.m. OLPH - Adoration 9:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.
- Thursday: 8:30a.m. SJA - Adoration 9:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.
- Friday: 8:30a.m. OLPH
- Saturday: 5:00p.m. SJA - Reconciliation 4:00p.m. - 5:00p.m., or by appointment
- Sunday: 8:30a.m. OLPH, 10:30a.m. SJA, 12:30p.m. OLPH (Spanish)
*Rosary or Chaplet are said before each weekend Mass
Weekly Bulletin
Lector & Minister Schedule
Weekly Bulletin
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Lector & Minister Schedule
Lector & Minister Schedule
Lector & Minister Schedule
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CONNECT
Our Locations
Church Office at OLPH
Church Office at OLPH
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
310 North McKinney Street
Sweeny, TX 77480
St. John the Apostle
807 Loggins Drive
West Columbia, TX 77486
Church Office at OLPH
Church Office at OLPH
Church Office at OLPH
Mon. – Thurs. 9:00a.m. to 4:30p.m., Friday 9:00a.m. to 12:00p.m.
For all church related business, please call: (979) 548-2020, ext. 4
For all emergencies please call: (979) 548-2020, ext. 4
Email Address: Email: olphsjaoffice@gmail.com
Pastor: Fr. Preston Quintela
Parish Administrator: Ms. Trish Speers
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