If you want to meet other men in the parish, deepen your relationship with God, or just enjoy a good breakfast and cup of coffee, then join That Man Is You! Our theme this year is “Becoming a Man After God’s Own Heart”. Breakfast starts at 6 a.m. upstairs in the Parish Hall. A video will be shown at 6:30 a.m. with a conversation to follow in the Cenacle. (Online participation via Zoom is available starting at 6:30 a.m.) We end promptly at 7:30 a.m. so you can get on with your day. Each of the Thursday sessions is standalone, so join us whenever your schedule allows. Prayerfully consider participating in TMIY and enriching your faith journey!
September 25 - Fr. Lou and the Church:
Listen as Fr. Lou Brusatti shares with us what Pope Leo has been doing this summer. Also, he will break open the Nicene Creed, one of the oldest statements of our church.
If you desire to grow in your faith - in a supportive community of Catholic women - Walking with Purpose is for you! The Walking With Purpose (WWP) Bible study combines personal study workbooks with small group discussions, linking our everyday challenges to the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church.
Experienced bridge players are welcome to join the Bridge Club every Monday from 1 - 4 p.m. in the Parish Center, Room 222 (next to Siena Hall on the second floor). Questions? Contact [email protected].
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) meets on Mondays, from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Cenacle room of the Parish Center (2nd floor). The topic of the September 29 meeting is "Catholics and Prayer." Click the link to find out more about OCIA, or contact Marti Salas at [email protected].
Women @ the Well is a Bible study group for women that meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Parish Center Cenacle room. During the fall, we will be reading "Angels in the Bible" by George M. Smiga. Please click the link to register online.
Weekly Religious Education classes for registered students in grades 1-6, including First Reconciliation/First Communion. There are two different class times: 4 - 5 p.m., and 6 - 7 p.m.
The Krafty Ladies begin their meeting at 10 a.m., joined by the Ladies Club at 11 a.m. A light brunch will be served during the Krafty Ladies meeting. All ladies of the parish are invited to join for one or both of the meetings.
Can you count to 10 and make an X?
Would you like to explore a new hobby?
Would you like to join a friendly group of parishioners who share an interest in needlework?
If the answer to each of these questions is Yes, then St. Catherine's Cross Stitch group may be the place for you! Come check us out 1 p.m. Wednesdays beginning August 13, in the Parish Center, rooms 231-232. ALL experience levels invited! No tools needed to get started! Contact Glenda Massey at [email protected] for more information.
LUKE: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled - Dieu Van Dinh facilitates this beautiful eight-session Bible study beginning Wednesday, September 10 (will run through October 29), meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Center, Rm. 233/234 (2nd floor).
The Knights of Columbus invites the parish to say the rosary with the council on Wednesday, October 1, at 6:30 p.m. in the day chapel. For any man who is interested in joining the Knights, contact Stephen Dillon at 512-576-4675 or Arnold Auzenne at 512-299-3527.
If you want to meet other men in the parish, deepen your relationship with God, or just enjoy a good breakfast and cup of coffee, then join That Man Is You! Our theme this year is “Becoming a Man After God’s Own Heart”. Breakfast starts at 6 a.m. upstairs in the Parish Hall. A video will be shown at 6:30 a.m. with a conversation to follow in the Cenacle. (Online participation via Zoom is available starting at 6:30 a.m.) We end promptly at 7:30 a.m. so you can get on with your day. Each of the Thursday sessions is standalone, so join us whenever your schedule allows. Prayerfully consider participating in TMIY and enriching your faith journey!
If you desire to grow in your faith - in a supportive community of Catholic women - Walking with Purpose is for you! The Walking With Purpose (WWP) Bible study combines personal study workbooks with small group discussions, linking our everyday challenges to the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church.
The Ladies Club will be selling delicious treats at their bake sale after all Masses the weekend of October 4-5. Take something special home for the whole family!
St. Catherine of Siena will hold its annual garage sale hosted by the Amigos Club on Saturday, October 4, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. If you would like to sell items at the garage sale, you can reserve one parking space for $20 or two parking spaces for $30. Click the link for more information.
In honor of St. Francis of Assisi, the Blessing of the Animals will take place on Saturday, October 4 at 9:30am in the Courtyard. St. Francis wrote, “All praise to you, O Lord, for all these brother and sister creatures!” He knew that the bond between person and pet is like no other. Bring your cats, dogs and other pets for a short prayer service and special pet blessing. Please arrive early!
The Ladies Club will be selling delicious treats at their bake sale after all Masses the weekend of October 4-5. Take something special home for the whole family!
St. Catherine’s is looking for Altar Servers! Altar Server training for new applicants is scheduled for Sundays October 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 2:00 p.m. in the Church. Please plan to attend all four training sessions. All Altar Servers must meet the following requirements:
1. Received First Communion
2. Be at least 10 years old
3. If 18 years or older, must be EIM trained
For information about duties of an Altar Server, email Deacon Cavazos, [email protected]. To sign up for training, contact Katheryn at [email protected] or (512) 892-2420, ext. 335.
Experienced bridge players are welcome to join the Bridge Club every Monday from 1 - 4 p.m. in the Parish Center, Room 222 (next to Siena Hall on the second floor). Questions? Contact [email protected].
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) meets on Mondays, from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Cenacle room of the Parish Center (2nd floor). The topic for the October 6 meeting is "What is the Bible?" Click the link to find out more about OCIA, or contact Marti Salas at [email protected].
Women @ the Well is a Bible study group for women that meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Parish Center Cenacle room. During the fall, we will be reading "Angels in the Bible" by George M. Smiga. Please click the link to register online.
The Apostles of Mary Rosary Group will celebrate with a Rosary in the Day Chapel at 11:20 a.m. before Daily Mass. After Mass, join us in the Parish Center for lunch with your fellow parishioners.
Weekly Religious Education classes for registered students in grades 1-6, including First Reconciliation/First Communion. There are two different class times: 4 - 5 p.m., and 6 - 7 p.m.
Join the Prime Timers for a brown bag lunch and guest speaker Kathleen McElwaine as she talks about her personal journey of faith through the metaphor of watercolor painting. This will take place on Wednesday, October 8, at 12:30 p.m. in Siena Hall. Please bring your lunch, beverages will be provided. RSVP at [email protected].
Can you count to 10 and make an X?
Would you like to explore a new hobby?
Would you like to join a friendly group of parishioners who share an interest in needlework?
If the answer to each of these questions is Yes, then St. Catherine's Cross Stitch group may be the place for you! Come check us out 1 p.m. Wednesdays beginning August 13, in the Parish Center, rooms 231-232. ALL experience levels invited! No tools needed to get started! Contact Glenda Massey at [email protected] for more information.
St. Catherine of Siena is hosting a live Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Workshop on Wednesday, October 8 at 6:00 pm. This is a 3-hour workshop and will be held in the Parish Center in Johnson Hall (1st Floor). You must have an EIM account (complete and submit the EIM Application at VIRTUS.org) and pre-register to attend this workshop. This workshop is for first time participants only. If you need to renew your EIM Certification, log into your Virtus account with your user name and password to renew online. Contact Evelyn Amador, our parish EIM Site Administrator for assistance if needed at 512-892-2420 ext. 315, or [email protected].
NOTES -
1) Plan to arrive promptly (10 to 15 minutes before scheduled time) as late arrivals will not be admitted and
2) Do not bring children to the workshop.
If you are a victim of sexual abuse and have concerns regarding your attendance at a workshop, contact Abby Turner at (512) 949-2447 to discuss an alternative workshop arrangement.
LUKE: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled - Dieu Van Dinh facilitates this beautiful eight-session Bible study beginning Wednesday, September 10 (will run through October 29), meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Center, Rm. 233/234 (2nd floor).
If you want to meet other men in the parish, deepen your relationship with God, or just enjoy a good breakfast and cup of coffee, then join That Man Is You! Our theme this year is “Becoming a Man After God’s Own Heart”. Breakfast starts at 6 a.m. upstairs in the Parish Hall. A video will be shown at 6:30 a.m. with a conversation to follow in the Cenacle. (Online participation via Zoom is available starting at 6:30 a.m.) We end promptly at 7:30 a.m. so you can get on with your day. Each of the Thursday sessions is standalone, so join us whenever your schedule allows. Prayerfully consider participating in TMIY and enriching your faith journey!
October 9 – Making Austin Green- What You Can Do
Mary Priddy, who works for the city of Austin Office of Climate Action and Resilience, will speak about sustainable efforts in our changing world. These efforts include what is happening in our area and what we can do to help. Lots of giveaways from the city!
If you desire to grow in your faith - in a supportive community of Catholic women - Walking with Purpose is for you! The Walking With Purpose (WWP) Bible study combines personal study workbooks with small group discussions, linking our everyday challenges to the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. Regular meetings are held on Thursdays.
Please join us for the Second Annual Knight’s Fall Banquet presented by the Knights of Columbus Council 8156. The event will be held at Johnson Hall on Friday, October 10, 2025 starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 10 p.m. It will be an evening of food, fun, friends, a talent show and dancing as we gather together to raise funds for our brothers and sisters in need!
Banquet tickets are for $50 each per person. The ticket includes dinner, drinks, entertainment, dancing and door prizes. A Visa card raffle (tickets purchased separately) with values of $100, $250 and $500 will be announced at the banquet. Please click the link to purchase tickets or to sign up to perform a talent during the banquet.
St. Catherine’s is looking for Altar Servers! Altar Server training for new applicants is scheduled for Sundays October 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 2:00 p.m. in the Church. Please plan to attend all four training sessions. All Altar Servers must meet the following requirements:
1. Received First Communion
2. Be at least 10 years old
3. If 18 years or older, must be EIM trained
For information about duties of an Altar Server, email Deacon Cavazos, [email protected]. To sign up for training, contact Katheryn at [email protected] or (512) 892-2420, ext. 335.
Experienced bridge players are welcome to join the Bridge Club every Monday from 1 - 4 p.m. in the Parish Center, Room 222 (next to Siena Hall on the second floor). Questions? Contact [email protected].
If you are a wife, widow, mother, sister or daughter (over 18 years of age) of any member of the Knights of Columbus, in any parish, you are eligible to join the Knights of Columbus Ladies' Auxiliary! This group meets the 2nd Monday of the month from September through May, beginning at 7 p.m. in Siena Hall of the Parish Center.
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) meets on Mondays, from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Cenacle room of the Parish Center (2nd floor). The topic for the October 13 meeting is "How do Catholics read the Bible?" Click the link to find out more about OCIA, or contact Marti Salas at [email protected].
Women @ the Well is a Bible study group for women that meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Parish Center Cenacle room. During the fall, we will be reading "Angels in the Bible" by George M. Smiga. Please click the link to register online.
Weekly Religious Education classes for registered students in grades 1-6, including First Reconciliation/First Communion. There are two different class times: 4 - 5 p.m., and 6 - 7 p.m.
Can you count to 10 and make an X?
Would you like to explore a new hobby?
Would you like to join a friendly group of parishioners who share an interest in needlework?
If the answer to each of these questions is Yes, then St. Catherine's Cross Stitch group may be the place for you! Come check us out 1 p.m. Wednesdays beginning August 13, in the Parish Center, rooms 231-232. ALL experience levels invited! No tools needed to get started! Contact Glenda Massey at [email protected] for more information.
LUKE: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled - Dieu Van Dinh facilitates this beautiful eight-session Bible study beginning Wednesday, September 10 (will run through October 29), meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Center, Rm. 233/234 (2nd floor).
If you want to meet other men in the parish, deepen your relationship with God, or just enjoy a good breakfast and cup of coffee, then join That Man Is You! Our theme this year is “Becoming a Man After God’s Own Heart”. Breakfast starts at 6 a.m. upstairs in the Parish Hall. A video will be shown at 6:30 a.m. with a conversation to follow in the Cenacle. (Online participation via Zoom is available starting at 6:30 a.m.) We end promptly at 7:30 a.m. so you can get on with your day. Each of the Thursday sessions is standalone, so join us whenever your schedule allows. Prayerfully consider participating in TMIY and enriching your faith journey!
Professor John Dahmus will be presenting a class on “The History of Ancient Israel” beginning Friday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Cenacle. This class will cover the entire Old Testament period from the creation accounts in Genesis to the Jewish revolts in 66-74 AD and 132-135 AD. The Old Testament records the biblical writers’ understanding of their past in terms of their theology; these authors did not write history in the modern sense of the word. This class will explain the biblical period in terms of what really happened, not the literal reading of the text. The four-session class will meet through November 7. Click the link to register.
Join us for our annual Mother-Son Dance on Saturday, October 18 from 7-9 p.m. in Johnson Hall. The theme this year is Pirates & Princesses. The cost is $35 per mother/son couple. Additional children are $5 each. Registration is required and closes on October 11. Payments can be made online or by dropping a check off in the main office. Questions? Please contact Community Ministries at 512-892-2433. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Experienced bridge players are welcome to join the Bridge Club every Monday from 1 - 4 p.m. in the Parish Center, Room 222 (next to Siena Hall on the second floor). Questions? Contact [email protected].
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) meets on Mondays, from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Cenacle room of the Parish Center (2nd floor). The topic of the October 20 meeting is "Who is Jesus?" Click the link to find out more about OCIA, or contact Marti Salas at [email protected].
Women @ the Well is a Bible study group for women that meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Parish Center Cenacle room. During the fall, we will be reading "Angels in the Bible" by George M. Smiga. Please click the link to register online.
Weekly Religious Education classes for registered students in grades 1-6, including First Reconciliation/First Communion. There are two different class times: 4 - 5 p.m., and 6 - 7 p.m.
Can you count to 10 and make an X?
Would you like to explore a new hobby?
Would you like to join a friendly group of parishioners who share an interest in needlework?
If the answer to each of these questions is Yes, then St. Catherine's Cross Stitch group may be the place for you! Come check us out 1 p.m. Wednesdays beginning August 13, in the Parish Center, rooms 231-232. ALL experience levels invited! No tools needed to get started! Contact Glenda Massey at [email protected] for more information.
LUKE: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled - Dieu Van Dinh facilitates this beautiful eight-session Bible study beginning Wednesday, September 10 (will run through October 29), meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Center, Rm. 233/234 (2nd floor).
If you want to meet other men in the parish, deepen your relationship with God, or just enjoy a good breakfast and cup of coffee, then join That Man Is You! Our theme this year is “Becoming a Man After God’s Own Heart”. Breakfast starts at 6 a.m. upstairs in the Parish Hall. A video will be shown at 6:30 a.m. with a conversation to follow in the Cenacle. (Online participation via Zoom is available starting at 6:30 a.m.) We end promptly at 7:30 a.m. so you can get on with your day. Each of the Thursday sessions is standalone, so join us whenever your schedule allows. Prayerfully consider participating in TMIY and enriching your faith journey!
If you desire to grow in your faith - in a supportive community of Catholic women - Walking with Purpose is for you! The Walking With Purpose (WWP) Bible study combines personal study workbooks with small group discussions, linking our everyday challenges to the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church.
Professor John Dahmus will be presenting a class on “The History of Ancient Israel” beginning Friday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Cenacle. This class will cover the entire Old Testament period from the creation accounts in Genesis to the Jewish revolts in 66-74 AD and 132-135 AD. The Old Testament records the biblical writers’ understanding of their past in terms of their theology; these authors did not write history in the modern sense of the word. This class will explain the biblical period in terms of what really happened, not the literal reading of the text. The four-session class will meet through November 7. Click the link to register.
Bring the family for fun and activities to St. Catherine of Siena's 2025 Fall Festival! The Knights of Columbus will be providing the concession stand. Ministries and clubs from the parish will have booths with games and prizes. Click the link for more information, to register to host a booth or register to volunteer.
St. Catherine’s is looking for Altar Servers! Altar Server training for new applicants is scheduled for Sundays October 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 2:00 p.m. in the Church. Please plan to attend all four training sessions. All Altar Servers must meet the following requirements:
1. Received First Communion
2. Be at least 10 years old
3. If 18 years or older, must be EIM trained
For information about duties of an Altar Server, email Deacon Cavazos, [email protected]. To sign up for training, contact Katheryn at [email protected] or (512) 892-2420, ext. 335.
Experienced bridge players are welcome to join the Bridge Club every Monday from 1 - 4 p.m. in the Parish Center, Room 222 (next to Siena Hall on the second floor). Questions? Contact [email protected].
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) meets on Mondays, from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Cenacle room of the Parish Center (2nd floor). The topic of the October 27 meeting is "Outline of the Mass." Click the link to find out more about OCIA, or contact Marti Salas at [email protected].
Women @ the Well is a Bible study group for women that meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Parish Center Cenacle room. During the fall, we will be reading "Angels in the Bible" by George M. Smiga. Please click the link to register online.
Weekly Religious Education classes for registered students in grades 1-6, including First Reconciliation/First Communion. There are two different class times: 4 - 5 p.m., and 6 - 7 p.m.
Can you count to 10 and make an X?
Would you like to explore a new hobby?
Would you like to join a friendly group of parishioners who share an interest in needlework?
If the answer to each of these questions is Yes, then St. Catherine's Cross Stitch group may be the place for you! Come check us out 1 p.m. Wednesdays beginning August 13, in the Parish Center, rooms 231-232. ALL experience levels invited! No tools needed to get started! Contact Glenda Massey at [email protected] for more information.
LUKE: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled - Dieu Van Dinh facilitates this beautiful eight-session Bible study beginning Wednesday, September 10 (will run through October 29), meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Center, Rm. 233/234 (2nd floor).
If you want to meet other men in the parish, deepen your relationship with God, or just enjoy a good breakfast and cup of coffee, then join That Man Is You! Our theme this year is “Becoming a Man After God’s Own Heart”. Breakfast starts at 6 a.m. upstairs in the Parish Hall. A video will be shown at 6:30 a.m. with a conversation to follow in the Cenacle. (Online participation via Zoom is available starting at 6:30 a.m.) We end promptly at 7:30 a.m. so you can get on with your day. Each of the Thursday sessions is standalone, so join us whenever your schedule allows. Prayerfully consider participating in TMIY and enriching your faith journey!
If you desire to grow in your faith - in a supportive community of Catholic women - Walking with Purpose is for you! The Walking With Purpose (WWP) Bible study combines personal study workbooks with small group discussions, linking our everyday challenges to the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church.
Professor John Dahmus will be presenting a class on “The History of Ancient Israel” beginning Friday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Cenacle. This class will cover the entire Old Testament period from the creation accounts in Genesis to the Jewish revolts in 66-74 AD and 132-135 AD. The Old Testament records the biblical writers’ understanding of their past in terms of their theology; these authors did not write history in the modern sense of the word. This class will explain the biblical period in terms of what really happened, not the literal reading of the text. The four-session class will meet through November 7. Click the link to register.