Saint Andrew Kim Taegon, Korea's first priest and a martyr, exemplified unwavering faith and apostolic zeal. Born into a time of severe Christian persecution, he risked his life to evangelize in secret, identifying fellow believers through discreet signs and whispered confirmations. As a seminarian, he endured extreme hardships, including near-fatal journeys to welcome foreign missionaries. Executed in 1846 for his faith, he was canonized in 1984 as the leader of the Martyrs of Korea. His perseverance and courage continue to inspire, calling all Christians to evangelize with joy and unwavering commitment, even in the face of adversity. St. Andrew Kim Taegon Time Period: 1821-1846 Feast Day: September 20 Title/Attributes: Martyr Location of Relic: Back Left Reliquary - Center Section Type of Relic: Bones Saint Andrew Kim Tae-gon, was a martyr and Korea's first priest. His life was and remains an eloquent testimony of zeal for the proclamation of the Gospel. About 200 years ago, the Korean land was the scene of a very severe persecution: Christians were persecuted and annihilated. At that time, believing in Jesus Christ in Korea meant being ready to bear witness unto death. Specifically from the example of Saint Andrew Kim, we can draw out two concrete aspects of his life. The first is the way in which he had to meet with the faithful. Given the highly intimidating context, the saint was forced to approach Christians in a discreet manner, and always in the presence of other people, as if they had been talking to each other for a while. Then, in order to confirm his interlocutor's Christian identity, Saint Andrew would implement these devices: first, there was a previously agreed upon sign of recognition: you will meet with this Christian and he will have this sign on his outfit or in his hand, after which he would surreptitiously ask the question but under his breath "Are you a disciple of Jesus?" Since other people were watching the conversation, the saint had to speak in a low voice, saying only a few words, the most essential ones. Thus, for Andrew Kim, the expression that summed up the whole identity of the Christian was "disciple of Christ." "Are you a disciple of Christ?" but in a soft voice because it was dangerous. It was forbidden to be a Christian. Indeed, being a disciple of the Lord means following him, following his path. And the Christian is by nature one who preaches and bears witness to Jesus. Every Christian community receives this identity from the Holy Spirit, and so does the whole Church, since the day of Pentecost (cf. Vatican Council ii, Decree Ad Gentes, 2). And it is from this Spirit that we receive passion, passion for evangelization, this great apostolic zeal. It is a gift of the Spirit. And even if the surrounding context is not favorable like the Korean context of Andrew Kim the passion does not change. On the contrary, it becomes even more valuable. Saint Andrew Kim and other Korean believers have demonstrated that witnessing to the Gospel in times of persecution can bear much fruit for the faith. Now let us look at a second concrete example. When he was still a seminarian, Saint Andrew had to find a way to secretly welcome missionaries from abroad. This was not an easy task, as the regime of the time strictly forbade all foreigners from entering the territory. This is why it had been so difficult to find a priest that would come to do missionary work, before this: the laity undertook the mission. One time, he walked in the snow, without eating, for so long that he fell to the ground exhausted, risking unconsciousness and freezing. At that point, he suddenly heard a voice, "Get up and keep walking!" Hearing that voice, Andrew reawakened, and caught a glimpse of something like the shadow of someone who was guiding him. This experience of the great Korean witness makes us understand a very important aspect of apostolic zeal; namely, the courage to get back up when one falls. But do saints fall? Yes! Indeed, from the earliest times. Think of Saint Peter: he committed a great sin, but he found strength in God's mercy and got up again. And in Saint Andrew, we see this strength. He had fallen physically but he had the strength to go, go, go to carry the message forward. https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/audiences/2023/documents/20230524-udienza-generale.html Next Item Previous Item

St. Margaret of Antioch, an early virgin martyr and one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers, was the daughter of a pagan priest. Raised by a Christian woman, she embraced the faith and consecrated her virginity to God, prompting her father to disown her. When Governor Olybrius proposed marriage and demanded she renounce Christianity, she refused and was tortured. Miracles reportedly occurred during her suffering, including defeating Satan in the form of a dragon. She was eventually beheaded. Margaret later appeared to St. Joan of Arc and is invoked for protection against dangers and diseases as one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers. St. Margaret of Antioch Time Period: 289-304 Feast Day: July 20 Title/Attributes: Virgin, Martyr, Holy Helper Location of Relic: Back Left Reliquary - Left Section Type of Relic: Bones St. Margaret of Antioch is one of the early virgin martyrs of the church and one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers. Margaret was the daughter of a pagan priest and her mother died during childbirth. Margaret was raised and nursed by a Christian woman. She soon embraced Christianity and consecrated her virginity to God. Her father disowned her for her faith. Olybrius, a Governor in the Roman Empire asked to marry her and demanded that she renounce her faith. She refused and was tortured. During her torture, various miracles occurred, including defeating a Satan in the form of a dragon. Margaret was eventually beheaded. Margaret is one of the saints that spoke to St. Joan of Arc. She is also one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers who are a group of saints venerated together in Catholic tradition because their intercession is believed to be particularly effective against specific diseases and dangers. Each saint is invoked for aid regarding particular ailments or needs. The Fourteen Holy Helpers are: Acacius, Barbara, Blaise, Catherine of Alexandria, Christopher, Cyriacus, Denis, Erasmus of Formia, Eustace, George, Giles, Margaret of Antioch, Pantaleon, and Vitus. Next Item Previous Item

St. Elizabeth of Hungary, a Hungarian princess, was betrothed in childhood and married at 14 to Louis IV of Thuringia. A deeply devout woman, she was known for her extraordinary acts of charity, including feeding the poor and tending to the sick—deeds once symbolized in the miracle of roses turning into bread to feed the poor. After Louis’s death during a crusade, Elizabeth was exiled by her in-laws but found refuge with her uncle and joined the Third Order of St. Francis. Despite personal hardship and illness, she devoted her remaining years to caring for the destitute in Marburg, founding a hospital, and serving the poor until her death at age 24. She is venerated as a model of Christian charity and humility. St. Elizabeth of Hungary Time Period: 1207-1231 Feast Day: November 17 Title/Attributes: Widow, Mother, Princess Location of Relic: Back Left Reliquary - Center Section Type of Relic: Piece of tunic St. Elizabeth of Hungary was a Hungarian princess and renowned for her charity and deep spirituality. She was the daughter of King Andrew II of Hungary and at the age of four she was betrothed to the nobleman, Louis IV of Thuringia. She married him in 1221 after his succession as ruler of Thuringia. Elizabeth toiled constantly to ease the suffering and hunger of the poor and infirm, although the expense incurred by her charity angered her husband. Once, when he complained bitterly about her activities, a basket of roses was changed miraculously into a basket of bread. Thereafter, he supported all of her charities, held her hand while they kept vigils, and prayed with her. Louis died in 1227, and Elizabeth came under the control of her brother-in-law, Henry Raspe. Declaring himself unable and unwilling to pay for her many charities, he exiled her. She fled to her uncle, the bishop of Eckbert, and became of member of the Third Order of St. Francis. Settling at Marburg, she fell under the harsh influence of Conrad of Marburg, whose demands upon her were so severe that she was finally removed from his spiritual direction. After recovering her health, she returned to the care of the poor in the area around Marburg and founded a hospital there. She died at the age of 24 from illness. Next Item Previous Item

The St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Anthony of Padua Church offers spiritual growth and person-to-person assistance to those in need, focusing on home visits, aid for essentials, and collaborative support with the church’s food pantry. Volunteers help with home visits, funding for basic needs, and weekly outreach activities. How We Help WHAT IS THE ST VINCENT DE PAUL MINISTRY? The Society of SVDP is a Catholic lay organization, which leads women/men to join together to GROW SPIRITUALLY by offering PERSON TO PERSON SERVICE to the needy and suffering in the traditions of founder, Frederic Ozanam and patron St. Vincent De Paul. Essential Elements are Spirituality, Friendship and Service, as Christ teaches No work of charity is foreign: rent, utilities, vehicles, homes, food, disaster relief, prison ministries, etc. Core of our ministry starts with the home visit What can be accomplished with a HOME VISIT One sees and experiences the conditions that others face One can provide comfort and support One can pray with others One can show care and dignity Society of St. Vincent de Paul For those needing assistance Please call 281-466-1920 and leave a detailed message with your name and return phone number, and one of our members will contact you. Become A Volunteer The Founder of the Society of SVDP was Frederic Ozanam. Frederic and his Catholic friends were challenged with the question: “What is your church doing today to meet the needs of society and the poor?” Society of St Vincent De Paul was organized in 1833 in Paris, and quickly spread in Europe (Italy, England, etc), before coming to the United States in 1845 in St Louis. St. Vincent De Paul at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church Approximately 50 members Meet twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Sundays. We are active for 3 out of 4 weeks in a month We provide funds for rent, utilities, car payments, furniture, medicine & more. We often work with the St. Anthony’s Bread food pantry to provide food. Our individual responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling and conducting home visits, pledging funds and paying client bills. We conduct roughly 8 to 12 home visits per week We distribute $8,000 to $10,000 per week, based on the donations received from the parish to the SVDP ministry Volunteer with SVdP You will go and visit the poor ten times a day and ten times a day you will find God there. -Saint Vincent De Paul Donate to SVdP Society BACK TO TOP

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We are blessed to be a part of such a vibrant Parish Community, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Let us give some suggestions. Welcome Home! Our Parish was founded in 1997. In September 2021, Fr. Jesse Garcia became the 4th Pastor of St, Anthony’s. Today, We are a growing, vibrant Catholic community of over 7,500 families. Stressing Stewardship as a way of life, our parish has over 100 active ministries with hundreds of parishioners active in parish, local community, diocesan-wide, and global outreach. We are blessed to be a part of such a vibrant Parish Community, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We suggest starting with the following: Fellowship Sunday Mass Times Join our Email List Location St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church is located in The Woodlands, Texas. Main Church 7801 Bay Branch Drive The Woodlands, TX 77382 Our Lady of the Angels Chapel 8715 Kuykendahl Road Spring, Texas 77382 St. Anthony’s Bread Food Pantry 7985 Bay Branch Dr Spring TX 77382 Campus Map Download Our Apps Become Catholic If you are interested in Becoming Catholic or finishing your sacraments as an adult, visit our Becoming Catholic Page to learn more about the program. More Information Become a Parishioner Whether you are new to the faith, a returning Catholic, new to the area, or have been attending for years but never took the steps to join, we look forward to welcoming you! Register Today! Update my Information You can update your household information, contact information, and view your profile using the form below. Update Information Use the Nursery The nursery is available during Sunday Morning Mass and various other times for children 12 months-4 years of age. Reserve your spot using the link below. Nursery Reservation Schedule a Mass Intention If you would like to have Mass said for someone, please visit the Parish Office. We will help you with the dates and times that are available . An offering of $5 is suggested. Questions? Get Involved We have over 100 active ministries at our parish: community groups, bible studies, retreats, devotions, classes, organizations, support groups, volunteer opportunities and much more! Ministries BACK TO TOP I'm New

James the Lesser, also known as James son of Alphaeus, was one of the Twelve Apostles chosen by Jesus. He was likely related to Jesus and came from Nazareth. He played a prominent role in the early Church of Jerusalem and was considered a pillar of the Church, along with Peter. St. Paul mentioned him before Peter during his visit to Jerusalem. He is attributed with the Letter of James in the New Testament, where he is referred to as a servant of God and the Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospel traditions do not provide much information about him during Jesus’ earthly life, but the Acts of the Apostles highlight his important role in the early Church. His feast day is May 3rd. St. James the Lesser Apostle Time Period: 1st Century Feast Day: May 3 Title/Attributes: Apostle, Martyr Location of Relic: Main Reliquary - Center Section Type of Relic: Bones St. James the Less, the author of the first Catholic Epistle, was the son of Alphaeus of Cleophas. His mother Mary was either a sister or a close relative of the Blessed Virgin, and for that reason, according to Jewish custom, he was sometimes called the brother of the Lord. The Apostle held a distinguished position in the early Christian community of Jerusalem. St. Paul tells us he was a witness of the Resurrection of Christ; he is also a "pillar" of the Church, whom St. Paul consulted about the Gospel. According to tradition, he was the first Bishop of Jerusalem, and was at the Council of Jerusalem about the year 50. The historians Eusebius and Hegesippus relayed that St. James was martyred for the Faith by the Jews in the Spring of the year 62, although they greatly esteemed his person and had given him the surname of "James the Just." Tradition has always recognized him as the author of the Epistle that bears his name. Internal evidence based on the language, style, and teaching of the Epistle reveals its author as a Jew familiar with the Old Testament, and a Christian thoroughly grounded in the teachings of the Gospel. External evidence from the early Fathers and Councils of the Church confirmed its authenticity and canonicity. The date of its writing cannot be determined exactly. According to some scholars it was written about the year 49 A.D. Others, however, claim it was written after St. Paul's Epistle to the Romans (composed during the winter of 57-58 A.D.). It was probably written between the years 60 and 62 A.D. St. James addresses himself to the "twelve tribes that are in the Dispersion," that is, to Christians outside Palestine; but nothing in the Epistle indicates that he is thinking only of Jewish Christians. St. James realizes full well the temptations and difficulties they encounter in the midst of paganism, and as a spiritual father, he endeavors to guide and direct them in the faith. Therefore, the burden of his discourse is an exhortation to practical Christian living. https://www.catholic.org/saints/ Next Item Previous Item

St. Alphonsus Liguori was a bishop, founder of the Redemptorist Congregation, and a Doctor of the Church. A prodigy, he earned his doctorate at sixteen and practiced law before dedicating himself to God in 1723. Ordained in 1726, he preached missions and later founded the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer in 1732. Despite challenges, he expanded his work and became a bishop in 1762, tirelessly serving the poor and clergy. Afflicted by severe rheumatism, he resigned in 1775. He endured betrayal but remained devoted to faith, writing influential theological works. He died in 1787, leaving a lasting legacy. St. Alphonsus Liguori Time Period: 1696-1787 Feast Day: August 1 Title/Attributes: Bishop, Doctor of the Church Location of Relic: Back Right Reliquary - Right Section Type of Relic: Bones St. Alphonsus Liguori was a bishop, founder of the Redemptorist Congregation and he is a Doctor of the Church. Educated at the University of Napes, Alphonsus received his doctorate at the age of sixteen. By age nineteen he was practicing law, but he saw the transitory nature of the secular world, and after a brief time, retreated from the law courts and his fame. Visiting the local Hospital for Incurables on August 28, 1723, he had a vision and was told to consecrate his life solely to God. In response, Alphonsus dedicated himself to the religious life, even while suffering persecution from his family. He finally agreed to become a priest but to live at home (a custom at the time) as a member of a group of secular missionaries. He was ordained on December 21, 1726, and he spent six years giving missions throughout Naples. In April 1729, Alphonsus went to live at the Chinese College, founded in Naples by Father Matthew Ripa, the Apostle of China. There he met Bishop Thomas Falcoia, founder of the Congregation of Pious Workers. This lifelong friendship aided Alphonsus, as did his association with a mystic, Sister Mary Celeste. With their help, Alphonsus founded the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer on November 9, 1732. The Foundation faced immediate problems, and after just one year, Alphonsus found himself with only one lay brother, his other companions having left to form their own religious group. He started again, recruited new members, and in 1743 became the prior of two new congregations, one for men and one for women. Pope Benedict XIV gave his approval for the men's congregation in 1749 and for the women's in 1750. Alphonsus was preaching missions in the rural areas and writing. He refused to become the bishop of Palermo but in 1762 had to accept the papal command to accept the see of St. Agatha of the Goths near Naples. Here he discovered more than thirty thousand uninstructed men and women and four hundred indifferent priests. For thirteen years Alphonsus fed the poor, instructed families, reorganized the seminary and religious houses, taught theology, and wrote. His austerities were rigorous, and he suffered daily the pain from rheumatism that was beginning to deform his body. He spent several years having to drink from tubes because his head was so bent forward. An attack of rheumatic fever from May 1768 to June 1769, left him paralyzed. He was not allowed to resign his see until 1775. In 1780, Alphonsus was tricked into signing a submission for royal approval for his congregation. This submission altered the original rule, and as a result Alphonsus was denied any authority among the Redemptorists. Deposed and excluded from his own congregation, Alphonsus suffered great anguish. But he overcame and went to experience visions, perform miracles, and give prophecies. He died peacefully on August 1, 1787, at Nocera di Pagani, near Naples, as the Angelus was ringing. His writings on moral, theological and ascetic matters had great impact and have survived through the years, especially his Moral Theology and his Glories of Mary. He was buried at the monastery of the Pagani near Naples. In liturgical art he is depicted bent double with rheumatism or as a young priest. St. Alphonsus Liguori is declared a Doctor of the Church which are certain men and women who are revered by the Church for the special value of their writings and preaching and the sanctity of their lives. They each made important and lasting contributions to the faith and are to be recognized for their great merits. To be declared a Doctor of the Church , you have to meet three basic requirements: First, you must have lived a life of exemplary holiness, or insignis vitae sanctitas (outstanding sanctity). In short, you have to be a saint. Second, to be a Doctor of the Church you must have deepened the whole Church's understanding of the Catholic Faith with emins doctrina (eminent teaching). Which is to say, sanctity isn't enough. There are thousands of saints, but only 37 Doctors of the Church. To be a Doctor one must do more than just live the Faith. Rather, one must significantly and profoundly contribute to our understanding of Divine Revelation, helping us to know more deeply some truth about God and His actions in the World. And third, a pope must officially declare you a Doctor. That being said, as the Church understands it, when a pope declares someone a Doctor of the Church, he's not so much making someone a Doctor as he is recognizing what the Holy Spirit has already done - that He has conferred the charism of Doctor upon them. Next Item Previous Item

St. Francis de Sales, born in Avoy, France, in 1567, became a bishop, founder, and Doctor of the Church, and is the patron of the Catholic press. After studying law, he pursued the priesthood against his family's wishes. Ordained in 1593, he led a successful mission to convert Calvinists in Chablais. In 1602, he became the Bishop of Geneva and co-founded the Order of the Visitation with St. Jane Frances de Chantal. Known for his writings, especially Introduction to the Devout Life and Treatise on the Love of God, he was canonized in 1653. His feast day is January 24. St. Francis de Sales Time Period: 1567-1622 Feast Day: January 24 Title/Attributes: Bishop, Doctor of the Church, Founder Location of Relic: Back Right Reliquary - Center Section Type of Relic: Body St. Francis de Sales was a Bishop, founder, and Doctor of the Church, also the patron of the Catholic press. Francis was born in Avoy, in the Chateau de Sales. He studied at Annecy, in Parish (1581-1588), and the University of Padua (1588-1592), and received his doctorate in law at the age of 24. He chose to abandon a potentially brilliant secular career to enter the religious life, studying for the priesthood, despite the opposition of his family. Ordained in 1593, he became the provost of Geneva, Switzerland, and went to Chablais. There he undertook his first major mission: he went to the Chablais to preach among the Calvinists. His evangelizing labors lasted for four years and, in the face of great physical danger and challenges, he was largely successful in converting most of the inhabitants. In 1599, Francis was chosen as coadjutor bishop to Geneva. He succeeded in 1602, and became a leading figure in the Counter-Reformation and was famed for his wisdom and learning. An outstanding confessor, Francis directed Blessed Marie Acarie and St. Jane Frances de Chantal. He also founded schools and stabilized the Church in his region. With St. Jane Frances de Chantal, Francis founded the Order of the Visitation in 1610. He died at the Visitandine convent of Bellecour, Lyons, on December 28. Francis was the author of numerous and extremely popular devotional writings. Chief among these were the Introduction to the Devout Life and Treatise on the Love of God. The Introduction began as a small manual for the use by Madame de Charmoisy, his cousin’s wife, and was intended to encourage the life of prayer and devotion. It was much respected by a wide cross section of European culture, including King James I of England. One of his most important maxims declared: “It is a mistake, a heresy, to want to exclude devoutness of life from among soldiers, from shops and offices, from royal courts, from the homes of the married.” He was called the “Gentle Christ of Geneva” while he lived and was revered in death. His beatification, held in St. Peter’s the year that he died, was the first formal beatification to be held in that basilica. He was canonized in 1653 and was declared a Doctor of the Church in 1877. A Doctor of the Church are certain men and women who are revered by the Church for the special value of their writings and preaching and the sanctity of their lives. They each made important and lasting contributions to the faith and are to be recognized for their great merits. To be declared a Doctor of the Church, you have to meet three basic requirements: First, you must have lived a life of exemplary holiness, or insignis vitae sanctitas (outstanding sanctity). In short, you have to be a saint. Second, to be a Doctor of the Church you must have deepened the whole Church's understanding of the Catholic Faith with emins doctrina (eminent teaching). Which is to say, sanctity isn't enough. There are thousands of saints, but only 37 Doctors of the Church. To be a Doctor one must do more than just live the Faith. Rather, one must significantly and profoundly contribute to our understanding of Divine Revelation, helping us to know more deeply some truth about God and His actions in the World. And third, a pope must officially declare you a Doctor. That being said, as the Church understands it, when a pope declares someone a Doctor of the Church, he's not so much making someone a Doctor as he is recognizing what the Holy Spirit has already done - that He has conferred the charism of Doctor upon them. Next Item Previous Item

St. Gianna Beretta Molla, born in 1922 in Magenta, Italy, was a devoted physician, wife, and mother known for her deep faith and sacrificial love. A pediatrician who served the poor and vulnerable, she married Pietro Molla in 1955 and had three children. During her fourth pregnancy, doctors discovered a tumor on her uterus. Refusing treatments that would end her pregnancy, she chose to preserve her baby's life at the cost of her own. She gave birth on April 21, 1962, and died a week later. Canonized in 2004, St. Gianna is remembered as a model of heroic love and motherhood. St. Gianna Beretta Molla Time Period: 1922-1962 Feast Day: April 28 Title/Attributes: Wife, Mother, Physician Location of Relic: Back Left Reliquary - Right Section Type of Relic: Clothing “This time it will be a difficult delivery, and they may have to save one or the other – I want them to save my baby.” St. Gianna Berretta Molla spoke these words to her family during her fourth pregnancy. After discovering a fibroma on her uterus, Gianna decided to forgo the necessary treatment which would have secured her own health in order to give her unborn child a chance to live. Born the tenth of thirteen children in Magenta, Italy in 1922, Gianna grew up as an active member of St. Vincent de Paul Society. She also loved mountain climbing and skiing. After earning two degrees in medicine and surgery, she opened a medical clinic near her hometown in 1950. She specialized in pediatrics at the University of Milan and loved serving mothers, babies, the elderly, and the poor. She met her husband Pietro during this time, and they married in 1955. Gianna and Pietro had a beautiful marriage and family. Both Gianna and Pietro were deeply rooted in their love of Christ and that love overflowed into their marriage, their family, their jobs, and their community. Gianna and Pietro often exchanged letters while they were separated because of work trips. Their holy marriage was a model of Christ’s love for the Church. In the second month of her fourth pregnancy, the doctors found a tumor on Gianna’s uterus. They gave her the legal option to abort her baby in order to perform a hysterectomy to save her life, but she refused. On April 21, 1962, Gianna gave birth to her daughter, Gianna Emanuela, via cesarean section. Although the doctors were unable to remove her tumor, she had complications after birth and suffered severe pain. Despite all efforts to save Gianna and her baby, on the morning on April 28, 1962, just seven days after giving birth, Gianna died of at age thirty-nine. In the last moments of tremendous agony, she kept repeating, “Jesus, I love you. Jesus, I love you.” A brief thirty-two years later, Pope John Paul II beatified Gianna in 1994 and officially canonized her a Saint in 2004. Both Gianna’s husband, Pietro and daughter, Gianna Emanuela, attended her canonization ceremony, marking the first time a husband witnessed his wife’s canonization. “We cannot love without suffering and we cannot suffer without love.” Pingel, Jana Zuniga. Humans of Heaven . January Jane Shop, 2023. Hardback , 167 pp. Next Item Previous Item