Saint Jude Catholic Church
Gun Barrel City TX
Diocese of Tyler
172 Luther Lane
Gun Barrel City, 75156
Salvation Essential Task List (S.E.T.L.)
* “essential” is here used loosely – this acronym is adapted from the Army (“Mission Essential Task List”) and “essential” was used for the sake of having a vowel (i.e. not everything on this list is directly related to one’s salvation, although it is all related somehow
Lista de tareas esenciales* de la salvación (S.E.T.L.)
* "esencial" se usa aquí de forma laxa – este acrónimo está adaptado del Ejército ("Lista de tareas esenciales de misión") y "esencial" se usaba para tener una vocal (es decir, no todo en esta lista está directamente relacionado con la salvación de una persona, aunque todo está relacionado de alguna manera
The table contains a schema for making practical choices about the formation of our parishioners. It is intended as a means to measure growth and to plan based on the needs of each and all. The title is the “Salvation Essential Task List”. “Essential” is here used loosely – this acronym is adapted from the Army (“Mission Essential Task List”) and “essential” was used for the sake of having a vowel (i.e. not everything on this list is directly related to one’s salvation, although it is all related somehow).
La tabla contiene un esquema para tomar decisiones prácticas sobre la formación de nuestros feligreses. Está pensado como un medio para medir el crecimiento y planificar en función de las necesidades de cada uno. El título es la "Lista de tareas esenciales de la salvación". *"esencial" se usa aquí de forma laxa – este acrónimo está adaptado del Ejército ("Lista de tareas esenciales de misión") y "esencial" se usaba para tener una vocal (es decir, no todo en esta lista está directamente relacionado con la salvación de una persona, aunque todo está relacionado de alguna manera).
O/RCIA: The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (with the accompanying Rites)
For all those non-Catholics (baptized or not) who are interested in learning about the fullness of the Holy Catholic Faith and preparing to be received into the Church (either from a Protestant background or through baptism).
Classes are on Monday at 6:30 PM.
Contact: Jason Hogan 214-717-7699
Sacraments
For more information regarding the Sacraments, please speak with the parish priest after Sunday mass.
Baptism
Parents should speak with parish priest after Sunday mass prior to beginning the process of Baptism
Contact: Guadalupe Morales 214-274-5591 or Lucila Quezada 903-286-1657
Confirmation
First Holy Communion
A period of formation will be required, depending on the circumstances of the candidate. There is no set time-period as the candidates will receive the sacraments whey they have demonstrated that they are ready
Contact: Aurelia Pledger 972-998-3792 or Lucy Garcia 972-207-4371
Reconciliation
Also known as Confession or Penance, the sacrament of Reconciliation is an opportunity for renewal and can be done as often as needed.
Please refer to confession schedule on home page and bulletin
Annointing of the sick
sacrament of healing for those facing serious illness, or surgery.
In danger of death only contact
903-309-2985 (English)
902-603-0781 (Espanol)
Holy Orders
Holy Orders is a sacrament that is available to men who are being ordained as deacons, priests, or bishops
Holy Matrimony
A couple who would like to be married must speak with the parish priest before a date will be set. Depending on the couple's situation, the time of formation is 6-12 months
Contact: Margarita & Silverio Reyes 903-275-4309