To help parishioners continue weekly or monthly gifts to their churches,
we have set up an online format at:
www.victoriadiocese.org/donate-assumption-ganado
PRAYER TO BEGIN A SCHOOL YEAR
Blessed are you, Lord God, Creator of body and mind and heart; you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge to guide your people in all their ways. At the beginning of this new school year we implore your mercy: bless the students, teachers, and staff of all elementary, jr. and high schools, colleges, universities, and vocational schools, that together we may grow in faith, hope, and love as we learn from you and each other how to follow your Son Jesus. Expand the horizons of our minds, that we may grow in wisdom, understanding, and knowledge; deepen our commitment to seek the truth of your ways; and enliven our faith to reach out to those in need. Glory and praise to you, Lord God, in the Church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever. Amen
Adapted from the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers,
Revised Edition (Washington, DC: USCCB, 2007)
Monday, April 4 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Reporting procedures for suspected or known sexual abuse of a minor (person under the age of 18 years of age) or vulnerable adult by a member of the clergy contact:
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services within 48 hours at 1-800-252-5400,
and Shannon Thomas, LMSW, Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Outreach, Diocese of Victoria
361-827-7186 or pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org
or Bishop of Chancellor of the Diocese of Victoria, 361-573-0828. Written allegations can be mailed to: Office of the Bishop, P.O. BOX 4070, Victoria, Tx 77903, marked "Personal and Confidential ."
If sexual abuse by a member of the clergy has occurred in another diocese, the Diocese of Victoria will help bring your concerns to church officials. For assistance, contact Shannon Thomas, 361-827-7163, or pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org.