Welcome to Our Parish
Notice from the Archbishop
May 5th, 2021
Welcome to Our Parish Family!
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 |
Contact Information
311 7th Street P.O. Box 757 Bandera, TX 78003 Phone: (830) 460-4712 Fax: (830) 796-7641 Office Hours: 8 a.m.-3:00 pm |
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
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
Pope Francis names Father Gary Janak as new auxiliary bishop of San Antonio
Update From Father Frank - January 13th, 2021
Firstly, I would like to thank you for the many cards, well wishes, prayers and financial gifts.
I want to inform you also that my last visit with my Oncologist was rather positive and optimistic. The CT scan shows that there is "no discreet evidence of local mass recurrence or metastatic disease".
My Oncologist is very optimistic and encourages me to continue with the Tagrisso treatment. My next appointment is in April. At this time, we will check my liver to find out what kind of damage has been done to this organ due to the Tagrisso medication. Keep me in your prayers.
Love Fr. Frank
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!
Special Message from Fr. Frank
Dear Parishioners and Friends,
At the time that so many of our brothers and sisters all over the world are dealing with the pandemic of the disease called COVID-19, I want to inform you that recently, I was diagnosed with STAGE 3 LUNG CANCER. At the recommendation of my oncologist, I will take my first chemotherapy treatment on April 20th and then for the next 7 days. I will then take the treatment of radiation for the next 30 days. So, for the next couple of weeks you will not only have to deal with the coronavirus but also think about our parish, including me. I want you to know that the one who called me to the priesthood, the one who died for us on the cross and rose from the dead, and who never, over the years, abandoned me, is also with me today. I trust Him, and I want you to trust Him too. Alleluia! Jesus, I trust in You.
Love, Fr. Frank
Pastor
At the time that so many of our brothers and sisters all over the world are dealing with the pandemic of the disease called COVID-19, I want to inform you that recently, I was diagnosed with STAGE 3 LUNG CANCER. At the recommendation of my oncologist, I will take my first chemotherapy treatment on April 20th and then for the next 7 days. I will then take the treatment of radiation for the next 30 days. So, for the next couple of weeks you will not only have to deal with the coronavirus but also think about our parish, including me. I want you to know that the one who called me to the priesthood, the one who died for us on the cross and rose from the dead, and who never, over the years, abandoned me, is also with me today. I trust Him, and I want you to trust Him too. Alleluia! Jesus, I trust in You.
Love, Fr. Frank
Pastor
UPDATE ON FR. FRANK'S CONDITION - SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
As you know, since April 2020, I went through a treatment of chemotherapy and radiation. After this, I started my treatment with a medication called Tagrisso.
At the beginning of September, I had a CT scan and then a follow up appointment with my oncologist. It looks like the treatment is working because there is no spread of the cancer cells in my body. I will have to continue with Tagrisso to suppress the cancer and we will see what the future will bring.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the many get well cards, gifts and all the prayers.
Love, Fr. Frank
At the beginning of September, I had a CT scan and then a follow up appointment with my oncologist. It looks like the treatment is working because there is no spread of the cancer cells in my body. I will have to continue with Tagrisso to suppress the cancer and we will see what the future will bring.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the many get well cards, gifts and all the prayers.
Love, Fr. Frank
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