"For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”
Matthew 18:20 

Tuesday Night Mass and Fellowship (TNM&F) is about praising God and enjoying and supporting each other. We pray for those who are ill and for the needs of the parish, and support each other in times of need. Our parish mission statement reads in part, "to build one family united in prayer and love." In the spirit of this statement, TNM&F is a gathering of parishioners, beginning with the regular Tuesday weekday Mass (6:00 PM) and continuing, usually in the Parish Hall, with fellowship where a potluck meal is shared in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Occasionally, the host may host the dinner at their home. All parishioners are welcome to participate in this wonderful, enjoyable evening. The evening usually concludes no later than 8:30 PM. 

Members of the Women's Society seek to encourage the spiritual development of one another, the parish, and the community through their cooperative activities, friendships, and fellowship within the Society. They additionally strive to aid the priest in the care of the altar and sacred vestments; procure items for the church only as approved by the priest; provide love, friendship, and sociability among members; provide assistance when possible for the parish needs; and plan and carry out fundraising projects for required revenue. Their efforts support Catholic Charities, the Salado Relief Fund, the Fall Festival, St. Stephen Prayer Chain Ministry, Bereavement Ministry, and other activities and celebrations sponsored by the parish. 

Monthly Meeting - Monday, November 12 @ 6 PM

St. Stephen Women’s Society Monthly Meeting is Monday November 12th
All women in the parish are invited to come.  Join us as we learn about healthy eating and living from Temple chiropractor Dr. Jason Raesz.  Dr. Raesz will provide a light, healthy dinner for us.   Dinner and social time start at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting starts at 6:31 p.m.

Everyone, please RSVP by November 4th to the email below.
sswomensociety@saintstephenchurch.org

The St. Stephen Fellowship of Catholic Men is a committed group of men who recognize their need for God's help and who exist to support, strengthen and maximize the spiritual growth of their fellow Catholic men. They gather in Christ's presence in an atmosphere of trust, equality and fellowship to share personal feelings and experiences and study the Word of God in the Scriptures. They unconditionally accept each other and prayerfully support one another in the role of fatherhood, marriage, patriotism and duty as a Catholic man. Please click here to download a copy of their prayer. This group meets every Tuesday morning at 8:00 AM. 

The Women's Bible Study Group participates in various biblically based study programs presented by renowned theologians. These programs are designed to enrich one's spiritual life by helping the women of St. Stephen to grow in knowledge of their Faith.

Meet:  Thursday Mornings (Does not meet in the summer months)
Time:  9:15 - 10:30 am 
Location:  Our Lady of Guadalupe Room

The Prayer Chain is composed of many parishioners who offer up intercessory prayer for those in need. They pray for those within the parish community and others. While ther is no official meeing time, the group will occasionally join other parish groups like the Legion of Mary for communal prayer (rosaries, Stations of the Cross, Adoration, vigils, etc.)

The Legion of Mary is the largest apostolic organization of lay people in the Catholic Church. THrough prayer and works, members become sanctified to teach each other about the Faith and bring more souls to Christ. Some of their apostolic works include leading the Rosary before Mass, distributing religious articles and literature, enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus in homes, visiting homes and hospitals, and evangelizing the parish community. The Legion of Mary is open to both men and women. 

Active members: meet weekly to pray the Rosary, do a spiritual reading, and report on prayer and works done.
Auxiliary members: pray the Rosary and Magnificat daily, but do not attend weekly meetings.

Also known as the Grupo de Oracion, the objective of Fe y Esperanza is primarily one of faith formation, teaching each member the love that Jesus has to offer so that they may return that love to others. They meet each Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. They begin with Mass and end with other activities like praise and worship music, presentations, guest speakers, testimonies, and group discussions. There is also a Holy Hour every second Friday of the month. 

The Cursillo is an intensive three-day retreat on Christian doctrine. It is a form of renewal designed to stimulate persons to engage in apostolic action in their environments. The Cursillistas meet on Tuesdays after the 6:00 PM Mass to persevere in their Christianity and apostolic work within the parish.