Welcome to Our Parish
The Mission of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church is to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ by living our faith as a Catholic Community in worship, service, and support of one another. We believe that each member is called to discipleship, outreach, and evangelization to our parish and local community. We celebrate the gift of Jesus by growing in our faith and living out the mission of our fidelity to the Roman Catholic Church.
We ask that you share your gifts, your faith, and your love with us.
Respectfully yours in Christ,
Rev. Msgr. Frank Kurzaj
We ask that you share your gifts, your faith, and your love with us.
Respectfully yours in Christ,
Rev. Msgr. Frank Kurzaj
Our Pastor
Rev. Msgr. Frank Kurzaj
May God enrich our lives together as we worship and serve him.
~ Genesis 21:22
Mass Times
St. Stanislaus
Saturday 5:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am, 11:00 am (Bilingual) and 4:00 pm
Tuesday 6:30 pm
Wednesday 12:15 pm
Thursday 7:00 am
Friday 12:15 pm
St. Victor
Saturday 7:00 pm
Sunday 9:30 am
Contact Information
P.O. Box 757
311 7th Street
Bandera, TX 78003
Phone: (830) 460-4712
Fax: (830) 796-7641
Office Hours: 8 a.m.-3:00 pm
P.O. Box 757
311 7th Street
Bandera, TX 78003
Phone: (830) 460-4712
Fax: (830) 796-7641
Office Hours: 8 a.m.-3:00 pm
Update From Father Frank - July 16th, 2021
Greetings. My last visit at my Oncologist started with a CT scan that showed "no evidence of metastatic disease". I will continue with my medication. My next doctor appointment for my cancer is scheduled for October.
Thank you for your concern and your prayers.
Love Fr. Frank
Thank you for your concern and your prayers.
Love Fr. Frank
Notice from the Archbishop
May 5th, 2021
Pope Francis names Father Gary Janak as new auxiliary bishop of San Antonio
Reflection
To Preach The Gospel
Those who believe in the Resurrection and who are convinced that the last word belongs to the Lord are sent forth to bring the Good News to others. In Scripture, we learn that the message of the Gospel has not always been welcomed. So the question is constantly raised about how evangelizers should react when the Good News is not accepted. To help his followers in this dilemma, Jesus gives them detailed instructions: “Whoever will not receive you or listen to your words – go outside that house or town and shake the dust from your feet” (Matt. 10:14).
There are still many today who believe in a triumphant Christianity. They believe that all aspects of human life, including social and political, should be ordered by the Gospel. History teaches however that this endeavor has never been successful. If the Gospel is taken into consideration in human affairs, even for a short period of time, the powers of the world will always suppress or eliminate its influence. The world will always fight for the masses – will never give them up – because the masses belong to the world. This is why the allegiance of the masses to someone truly great is fleeting. Sooner or later, they turn against such a person because the world offers something “better”.
Jesus was very much aware of this phenomenon. He even created a situation where the masses left Him. When He talked to them about the Eucharist – His body and His blood – as the food for eternal life, only a few decided to stay (John 6:66). On Good Friday, the masses were manipulated into choosing Barabbas over the Healer and Savior. History repeated itself in regard to Saint Paul and many others who preached the Gospel. It is evident therefore that such treatment is to be expected when the truth is being proclaimed. Rejection becomes almost a law of the Gospel because evangelizers are the followers of no one other than the Master. Should this rejection be perceived as a defeat? Absolutely not, such rejection should always be considered as a victory in the spirit of the Gospel.
Those who are evangelizers today should therefore never grow angry or become discouraged when they are rejected or when their words are not accepted. They should simply follow the instruction of Jesus and, with some sadness but great love, shake the dust from their feet on the threshold of the hearts of those who say “no” to the Gospel. This dust should be a sign that the grace of God was very close, almost in their hearts, but was rejected. Evangelizers should also keep in mind how easily the masses can be manipulated. The instruments of information and propaganda will always be in the hands of this world, even when it deals with religion. Fortunately, Jesus reassures His messengers that His sheep will hear His voice (John 10:16). He is the Good Shepherd, He knows His sheep and they know Him. He gives them eternal life and no one will snatch them from His hand. This reassurance fills the hearts of believers with great joy and hope. Not even the pressure of the mass media is able to steal from the hands of Jesus those who trust Him. Jesus, I trust in You!
There are still many today who believe in a triumphant Christianity. They believe that all aspects of human life, including social and political, should be ordered by the Gospel. History teaches however that this endeavor has never been successful. If the Gospel is taken into consideration in human affairs, even for a short period of time, the powers of the world will always suppress or eliminate its influence. The world will always fight for the masses – will never give them up – because the masses belong to the world. This is why the allegiance of the masses to someone truly great is fleeting. Sooner or later, they turn against such a person because the world offers something “better”.
Jesus was very much aware of this phenomenon. He even created a situation where the masses left Him. When He talked to them about the Eucharist – His body and His blood – as the food for eternal life, only a few decided to stay (John 6:66). On Good Friday, the masses were manipulated into choosing Barabbas over the Healer and Savior. History repeated itself in regard to Saint Paul and many others who preached the Gospel. It is evident therefore that such treatment is to be expected when the truth is being proclaimed. Rejection becomes almost a law of the Gospel because evangelizers are the followers of no one other than the Master. Should this rejection be perceived as a defeat? Absolutely not, such rejection should always be considered as a victory in the spirit of the Gospel.
Those who are evangelizers today should therefore never grow angry or become discouraged when they are rejected or when their words are not accepted. They should simply follow the instruction of Jesus and, with some sadness but great love, shake the dust from their feet on the threshold of the hearts of those who say “no” to the Gospel. This dust should be a sign that the grace of God was very close, almost in their hearts, but was rejected. Evangelizers should also keep in mind how easily the masses can be manipulated. The instruments of information and propaganda will always be in the hands of this world, even when it deals with religion. Fortunately, Jesus reassures His messengers that His sheep will hear His voice (John 10:16). He is the Good Shepherd, He knows His sheep and they know Him. He gives them eternal life and no one will snatch them from His hand. This reassurance fills the hearts of believers with great joy and hope. Not even the pressure of the mass media is able to steal from the hands of Jesus those who trust Him. Jesus, I trust in You!
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Class time: Sundays: 9:15 am - 10:15 am St. Victor Chapel Class time: TBA Confession
Fr. Frank will hear confessions 20 minutes before every scheduled Mass.
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