Join us for An Introduction to the Theology of the Body: Discovering the Master Plan for Your Life. This study is designed to give you a solid understanding of God’s plan for humanity and human sexuality based on the teachings of St. Pope John Paul II. Presented by Steve Curran, the course addresses the two most fundamental and universal questions: What does it mean to be made human, male and female, in the image and likeness of God? How can I live my life in a way that brings happiness and fulfillment? This study is for every “body” who desires to reach his or her full potential in this life. This study will be presented on Tuesday nights from 630-830PM beginning on Tuesday March 2 and finishing on Tuesday March 23. This course will be in person, and if necessary we can livestream through Zoom. Register online at stmartindp.org/theology-of-the-body
Would you be willing to donate 1 hour per month to pray with fellow St. Martin de Porres parishioners outside of the Planned Parenthood facility (201 E. Ben White Blvd)? That is 0.14% of your time each month. Imagine helping pregnant mothers and the facility workers open their hearts towards God and choosing a Pro-Life solution. Pro-Life is a fundamental human right, a tenet of Catholicism and we need your prayers. Perhaps, you feel the Holy Spirit calling you to support the Pro-Life movement. Answer that call and join us monthly to dedicate 0.14% of your time. Our next session will be on Saturday, March 13 from 9:00-10:00am. You can choose to pray in Group Prayer (Rosary, Divine Mercy) or in Silent Prayer. Choose the optional carpool (Belterra Village parking lot at 8:30am – Sky Cinema) or meet us there (Planned Parenthood - 201 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704). Contact Patrick Manning at 512-704-5895 or patrickfmanning@hotmail.com), if you are interested in participating. Parking: Behind Wendy's along the fence or if full, a few blocks south on Congress at the Salvation Army (park near Congress).
The Catholic Daughters at St. Martin de Porres, Court #2719, are hosting their quarterly meal in a box scholarship fundraiser - Purchase through March 11, Pick up Date March 14. To honor the year of St. Joseph and the Solemnity of St. Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Feast Day March 19. This delicious "La festa di San Giuseppe(St. Joseph)" meal in a box provides for four servings. The meal will include fresh ingredients and spices to prepare Tilapia Filet with Creamy Risotto (rice) and a Seasonal Vegetable. These boxes will be sold in advance for the price of $30 through Thursday, March 11. The pickup date will be Sunday, March 14 from 9am-12:30pm at the St. Dymphna Center. Included easy to follow instructions will be your guide to prepare a delicious and nutritious meal together with your family and help celebrate St. Joseph's Day! The history of Italy's celebration of St. Joseph, an explanation of the St. Joseph's altar, and a book of prayers to St. Joseph, blessed by Fr. Justin, will be included with your meal. Contact Information: Allison Rice, Regent, 512-565-1298 or cparice@hotmail.com Purchases can be made at the CDA store at cda-2719-smdp.square.site.
Come and learn more about St. Joseph and how we should go to him as a powerful intercessor during a 3 day retreat led by Fr. Augustine Puchner, O.Praem.
St. Martin de Porres Parish will be hosting the next Men's ACTS retreat from Thursday, February 25th through Sunday, February 28th, 2021. The Women's retreat will be held from Thursday, April 15th through Sunday, April 18th, 2021. Registration forms are available, in the Narthex, Adoration Chapel, on-line at www.stmartindp.org/acts and from any ACTS Director or Co-Director. Do not miss this opportunity to grow Spiritually!