ST. BENEDICT THE ABBOT CATHOLIC CHURCH
A Community of Faith and Love
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As we gather for the Twenty‑Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, may Christ strengthen our hearts to follow Him with courage, humility, and trust. Welcome to St. Benedict the Abbot—may today’s Word renew your spirit.
Anointing/Healing Mass - 1st Friday of the Month - English 9:00 am / Spanish 7:00 pm
Adoration - 1st Tuesday of the month - 7:00 pm.
At Saint Benedict the Abbot Catholic Church, we invite you to deepen your faith and connect with others.
Participate in our services, community events, and outreach programs to enrich your spiritual journey.
Faith Formation Starts Here-- Register your child(ren) for the 2026-2027 CCE School Year.
Grades 1st to 12th (CCE Office)
Monday, August 30, 2026 - Deadline date for CCE Office Registration.
Adults (Parish Office)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Times
Today’s Gospel invites us into one of the most challenging and transformative teachings of Jesus: “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” These words are not meant to burden us, but to awaken us. Christ calls us beyond comfort, beyond self‑interest, and into the deeper freedom that comes from surrendering our lives to God.
Peter’s reaction in the Gospel—his resistance, his fear—mirrors our own. We often want the blessings of discipleship without the sacrifice, the joy of faith without the stretching of our hearts. Yet Jesus reminds us that true life is found not in holding tightly to our own plans, but in trusting God’s path, even when it leads through difficulty.
This Sunday, we are invited to reflect on the crosses we carry:
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the responsibilities that weigh on us,
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the relationships that challenge us,
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the sacrifices we make for the sake of love,
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the quiet struggles known only to God.
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Christ does not ask us to carry these burdens alone. He walks with us, strengthens us, and transforms every cross into a place of grace. When we follow Him with humility and courage, we discover a deeper peace—one rooted not in circumstances, but in God’s faithful presence.
May this week’s Gospel encourage us to trust more deeply, love more generously, and walk with Christ wherever He leads. May our lives reflect the hope that comes from choosing God’s way over our own.
Prayer for August
Lord God, As we enter the month of August, we pause to recognize Your steady presence in every season. The summer sun reminds us of Your light that never fades, Your warmth that comforts, and Your grace that renews our spirits.
Bless our parish family in this time of rest, travel, and gathering. Keep us safe in our comings and goings, mindful of Your guidance in all we do. Open our hearts to the quiet ways You speak — in still mornings, in shared meals, in acts of kindness, and in moments of reflection.
Strengthen those who feel weary, uplift those seeking direction, and inspire all of us to grow in faith, hope, and love. As we prepare for the months ahead, help us carry Your peace into our homes, our work, and our community.
May August be a month of gratitude, renewal, and deeper trust in Your plan. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Welcome to our church’s albums and videos section! Here, you’ll find a collection of photos and videos capturing the heart of our community through various events, worship services, and activities. We invite you to explore these memories and celebrate the joy, fellowship, and faith that bring us together.
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Safe Environment
The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston has implemented a new Safe Environment Program . Effective 01/01/2019, CMG Safe Haven online training is replacing all VIRTUS trainings. No more live trainings, all trainings will only be online and in the comfort of one's home. This training consists of three-vignette style training videos approximately 60 minutes total, which includes criminal background check and available in English and in Spanish.