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ATTENTION ALL PARISHIONERS: The New Guidelines as per Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller for the Reopening of Mass to the Public AND The New Guidelines for Mass Attendees have been posted below. (See white box). Please read in full! All guidelines must be adhered to in order for our Parish to be allowed to celebrate public Masses once again. Please carefully read the guidelines below and be prepared:
As a reminder and as stated in the Archbishop's Decree, A Dispensation is still being granted, until further notice, to all those who are elderly, sick or still feel uncomfortable attending public Mass due to COVID-19. These guidelines have been set for the safety of our priest/deacon, our fellow parishioners, as well as for ourselves. If you have any questions please contact the parish office at (830) 460-4712.
Please know that all Masses will have a "first come, first serve" policy. Meaning, if you arrive at the church before Mass begins and the limited seating has been filled, you will be turned away!! Reminder: The Dispensation from the Archbishop is still in place until further notice.
- Have hand sanitizer with you
- Wear a mask at all times while in the church
- Bring your own Missal ( Worship Aids will be offered on first come, first serve basis at the entrance of the church. If you use a Worship Aid, please take it with you, do not leave it in the pew)
- Listen and follow the Ushers' directions.
As a reminder and as stated in the Archbishop's Decree, A Dispensation is still being granted, until further notice, to all those who are elderly, sick or still feel uncomfortable attending public Mass due to COVID-19. These guidelines have been set for the safety of our priest/deacon, our fellow parishioners, as well as for ourselves. If you have any questions please contact the parish office at (830) 460-4712.
Please know that all Masses will have a "first come, first serve" policy. Meaning, if you arrive at the church before Mass begins and the limited seating has been filled, you will be turned away!! Reminder: The Dispensation from the Archbishop is still in place until further notice.
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 |
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 for the New Year
The notion that "everything flows" is as old as mankind. At the threshold of a new year, the reality of time passing by becomes especially evident. Had the Son of God not come, we would be like people whose lives are confined to a raft floating down the river of time. To fall over the raft into the raging water would mean to vanish forever. The sketchy information and blurred memories about those born on the raft would serve as evidence of the occupants' helplessness in taming the swiftness of the current of time.
To all those floating down the river of time, Christianity brings a special message - The Good News. It proclaims that the Son of the living God, Son of the One who is, was, and always will be, is born on the raft. The passengers on the raft learn from Him that He is their brother and that the river of time flows into the ocean of eternity. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, said, "The time is fulfilled, the kingdom of God is close at hand...," (Mk. 1:15). In other words, time finds its fulfillment in the ocean of eternity, that is, in the mystery of God.
This news completely changes one's perspective on life. Life is no longer about "me, here and now," but about traveling with brothers and sisters in the presence of our loving God into eternity. The power of God's love, which He shares with His brothers and sisters through the mystery of the Church, crushes the barrier of time and opens the human heart to the values of eternity. The words and deeds of Christ experienced in the community of believers create the means and atmosphere for the journey. They serve also as an invitation and real help to all those for whom earth is the floating raft.
Blessed is the one who recognizes the presence of God in our midst. Wise is the one who converses with God on a daily basis. Fortunate is the one who uses the moments of time to imitate Jesus in his care for others. Happy is the one who accepts the message of God's kingdom and acts upon it. Whole is the one whose life finds fulfillment in eternity. Happy New Year!
"I thought 2020 was the year I got everything I wanted, now I know 2020 is the year I appreciate everything I have."
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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Masses are being held at a 25% capacity Saturday 5:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am (Bilingual) 11:00 am 4:00 pm Monday NO MASS Tuesday 6:30 pm Wednesday 12:15 pm Thursday 7:00 am Friday 12:15 pm St. Victor Chapel
Masses are being held at a 25% capacity Mass Times
Saturday 7:00pm Sunday 9:30am St. Stanislaus Church
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Fr. Frank will hear confessions 20 minutes before every scheduled Mass.
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