welcome to our lady of perpetual help & st. john the apostle catholic churches

SOAR GROUP MEETING

The next SOAR (Seniors On A Roll) meeting will be on Thursday @ 11:00 am in the OLPH hall for anyone 55 years and older. For entertainment, Vance Edwards Musical Memories will perform Elvis Gospel Songs. Fried Chicken will be served for lunch, so if you plan on attending and haven't been previously, please contact Annabel at 979-665-9060 so that there will be enough food! The group meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month.

LADIES DISCERNMENT DINNER

All families who have daughters and those single ladies from both parishes and beyond, are invited to an evening of fellowship and learning about the true meaning of womanhood by looking at the Blessed Virgin Mary as the ULTIMATE WOMAN and the feminine genius. THE WHOLE FAMILY is invited who have underage daughters. This event will take place on Saturday after the 5:00 pm Mass in the SJA hall from 6 to 8 pm. Please RSVP to Rebecca Giles at 832-212-4988, Ellaina Madera at 210-749-3134, or Bianca Heinroth at 979-709-9138. A meal will be provided so it is important that those who plan on attending RSVP!

COFFEE SUNDAY AT OLPH

All are invited to Coffee Sunday in the OLPH hall after 8:30am Mass on Sunday! Come enjoy great food and fellowship.

9TH ANNUAL BASKETBALL GAME

The Priests vs Seminarians Basketball Game is just around the corner! Don't forget to dress out in support of your favorite team! Priests - RED | Seminarians - BLUE. This year, Father Preston will face off against our seminarian, John Paul. Bring your family and come enjoy this exciting event that you won't want to miss!! 

We have CHARTERED A BUS! The bus will leave SJA @ 4:30 pm and the cost is $36/seat. Please call the Parish Office at 979-548-2020 to reserve your spot! If you ride the bus, you will have to purchase tickets to the Game separately!

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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

• Altar Guild's Scholarship: To be eligible, you must be a registered and practicing Catholic of SJA, who is graduating in May of 2026. Applications are available for pick up at the Parish Office or in the Sacristy of SJA! Applications must be received by Sunday, April 26.
• West Brazos Knights of Columbus Scholarship: To be eligible, applicants must be graduating seniors from high school or home school who plan to attend a trade school or college for higher education. They should also be active members of St. Joseph's (Brazoria), OLPH, or SJA. Applications may be picked up at the Parish Office or in the Sacristy of OLPH or SJA. The applications plus letters pf recommendations must be received by mail or hand delivered, no later than Friday, May 1 to the KC hall in Brazoria.
• Catholic Daughters of the Americas Scholarship: To be eligible, you must be a graduating senior from either St. Joseph's (Brazoria), OLPH, or SJA. Applications can be picked up at the Parish Office or in the Sacristy of OLPH or SJA! Applications and essays must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Court Regent by Monday, May 4.

ROSARY WARRIORS - NEW LADIES GROUP

 A new ladies group has formed in our parishes! Ladies of both OLPH and SJA are invited to come workout and pray the rosary. This group will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the SJA hall from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Please bring a mat, hand weights, and a rosary! 

HOME VISITS/NEED COMUNION?

The Legion of Mary members take Communion and do home visits, visiting those who are sick or homebound and cannot make it to Mass! If you're interested yourself, or know of a family member or loved one who would be, please contact Linda Miska at 979-236-3978. These ladies go out on Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

POTENTIAL SCAMS

Please be aware of any SCAMS that may come as an email, text message, or phone call trying to impersonate Father Preston to solicit donations. He will never contact you personally asking for money or if you have time to chat!

CATHOLIC COUNSELING

Gratia Plena is a nonprofit organization that provides mental and spiritual health services for mental illnesses, addictions, and marriage/family problems. All counselors are Catholic and provide services in a way that is faithful to the teachings, values, and traditions of the Church. You may visit a counselor at one of their locations in the Houston area, or online via a video session. For more information, visit https://gratiaplenacounseling.org/ call 832-532-0129, or email info@gratiaplenacounseling.org.

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!

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: April 20 and May 18