The season of advent is a spiritual time of renewal in preparation for the Nativity and the season of Christmas, but most importantly for the second coming of Christ. Many parishes offer penance services and other special events to help us prepare.   Penance Services in Williamson County and North Austin area. December 8th is a the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and is a mass of [...]

The beatification of Pope John Paul II is coming up on May 1st. He is one of our patrons and it’s reason for celebration, but also prayer. The communion of saints is a powerful force in our faith, and we hope you join us in prater. NOVENA TO JOHN PAUL II PRAYERS TO BE PRAYED EACH DAY: Our Father, Hail [...]

During lent we are all called to restore our relationship with Christ and His Church through confession in preparation of Easter. Many parishes host Penance Services that host many priest to offer confession to large groups of people at once. Our parishes for WilCoYA will also be having some beginning on Thursday April 7th. Thursday, April 7, 7 p.m., St. [...]

Last spring I made a post about the Most Powerful Songs for Adoration. Now that we are approaching the RESTORED Tour (Fri Feb 25 @ St William’s), Josh Blakesley and Jackie Francois are coming to lead us in an amazing night of worship in Eucharistic Adoration, and I thought it would be good to feature some really amazing songs that [...]

We are now at the beginning of another liturgical year. In this season of Advent, we prepare and await the Lord at the celebration of Christmas. We also celebrate the feast of the Immaculate Conception on December 8th, which is a mass of obligation. Visit EWTN for a wonderful novena with Our Lady. December 12th is also the feast of [...]

Join us for a short 30 minute adoration following adoration before we join the celebration for Our Lady of Guadalupe. All are welcome to join us for any parts that fit your schedule. No requirement to stay or go for all parts. Mass will be celebrating the 3rd Sunday in Advent. Night Schedule St William’s Sacred Heart Chapel 7pm – [...]

It is with great disappointment that we inform you that the diocese of Peoria has decided to suspend the cause of canonization for Archbishop Fulton J Sheen. We have spent many times praying for this cause and learning from this great teacher. We remain positive in the cause of the wonderful testament he gave through his life as a servant [...]

Come join us for a free event at St William’s! Join us for “An Evening with Archbishop Sheen.” We will come together for group discussion, prayer, fellowship, and to watch the one and only Archbishop Sheen give a talk via his 1950′s videos! St. William Catholic Church Religious Education Bldg Rooms # 15 & 17 7:00PM – 9:00PM This fun [...]

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam (For the Greater Glory of God) Thank you to everyone that participated in the “Awaken Your Spirit” Retreat. We are very happy you joined us and the Young Adult Legion of Mary. We know that the Holy Spirit was present in us all at Cedarbrake Retreat Center. Be sure to check out pictures on our facebook [...]

We finished the year of the priest just a few weeks ago, but we should always be thankful and supportive of our priest. They bring us the sacraments, mass and so much more. Recently, a new site was launched called EncouragePriest.org. They have neat resources to help us give encouragement to those that serve the Church. We are very blessed [...]

Watered down faith is all too common in our world today. Our Catholic faith is very rich in history, tradition, and intellectual depth. It is sad that so many would prefer to see never even touch the big stuff in order to only focus on elementary level theology and feel good stories. It is not too hard or too much [...]

Today, Pope Benedict XVI officially addressed the release of the new English translation that will be released soon. Soon is a relative term in Church, and that could still be a little while. Vatican has emphasized this situation is an opportunity to re-evangelize to our people and educate them on why the adjustments are being made. In the end, it [...]