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The tradition of blessing Easter food is widely practiced in Easter European countries. Traditional foods are brought for blessing to symbolize many important aspects of Easter. The parish is invited to bring their food to be blessed on Saturday, April 20th at 10 am. The blessing will take place in the Chapel.

In observance of Easter, the parish offices will be closed on Thursday, April 18th through Monday, April 22nd. They will reopen on Tuesday, April 23rd.

Come help decorate the Church and Parish Hall for Easter. All ages are invited-it's a great family activity. All children younger than high school need to be accompanied by an adult. We will begin on Saturday, April 20th at 9 am in the narthex of the church.

Join us for Liturgy of the Hours, Morning Prayer on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday at 8:30 am in the Chapel.

Due to the wonderful work of all our volunteers, the palms are ready for Palm Sunday. We will not need additional help on Thursday or Friday.

Register now on our Knights of Columbus website for the 15th annual Golf Tournament held on Friday, May 3rd at the Golf Club at Twin Creeks. You can find more information and register by clicking here.

The Church encourages us to make confession a regular part of our spiritual life, especially during the holy season of Lent. Bishop Burns is helping to make this experience possible by arranging for a Lenten initiative called The Light Is ON For You. On Wednesday, April 17th, all parishes in the Catholic Diocese of Dallas will have their "lights on" for confession and quiet prayer so that Catholics can return to this incredible source of God’s grace.

The St. Jude Marriage Ministry is excited to offer their spring program - The 5 Love Languages. In a short 7 week series, couples will learn to identify the roots of their conflicts, give and receive love in more meaningful ways, and grow closer than ever before. Please join us Thursday nights at 7 pm beginning April 11th. To register, click on the icon. Childcare available by reservation.

Career Alliance will meet on Wednesday, from 9:00 am to 10:30 am in the Lecture Hall. The topic will be "Build Trust Quickly" by Yoram Solomon. The evening session will be held from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm also in the Lecture Hall. That topic will be "Targeted Search/Touch Points" by Greg Mechler. All events are free and open to the public.

Did you miss receiving the sacrament of Confirmation? Here's your opportunity to complete the grace of Baptism and Eucharist and be sealed with the fullness of the gift of the Holy Spirit! Classes will be offered beginning Tuesday, April 23rd from 7 to 9 pm in the Choir Room. For requirements and registration information, click the icon.

Youth Ministry is hosting a social for all JYM 7th and 8th grade students on Wednesday, April 24th from 6:45 to 7:45. It will be held in the parish hall and friends are welcome to attend.

Registration for religious education classes for the 2019-2020 school year has begun. We offer classes for children who are 3 years old by September 1 through seniors in high school. Being a part of religious education is a life-long commitment and doesn't end with receiving sacraments. We learn about our faith every year.

People Helping People are in need of The People Helping People Furniture Ministry is currently in need of the following (new or gently used) items: Dishes, Silverware, Towels, Sheets (all sizes), and Can openers. Items may be brought to the St. Jude Parish offices during normal office hours. Contact the church office if you have any questions.

Parents and Godparents must attend a preparation class before the Baptism of their child or Godchild. The next Baptism preparation class at St. Jude will be on Saturday, April 13th at 9:00 am in the morning. It will be held in the Lecture Hall.

Thinking and praying about going on the St. Jude Holy Land Pilgrimage? Come for an Information Meeting on Sunday, April 7th at 1:30 p.m. in the Lecture Hall. Contact Della Doss with questions at ddoss@stjudeparish.com.

Regular Meetings: Wednesdays, 9:00 -10:30 am, Lecture Hall April 3: Jump Start Your Job Search by Jeff Morris NEW - The next evening session is on April 10 from 7 to 9 pm in the Lecture Hall “Be Mission Critical”, a 4-part series. All events are free and open to the public. For details, please email Jack Bick at jbick@stjudeparish.com.

We will be hosting a meal for all seniors on Tuesday, April 9th. Plan to join us for a meal in the Parish Hall beginning at 11:15. All those age 55 and older are invited to attend.

Each season of Lent our Knights of Columbus host a meal for the parish on Friday. This year they are introducing a new and varied menu and lower prices. The next Lenten Meal will be on Friday,April 12th from 5 to 7 pm. Click on the icon to see dates, the new menu, and prices.

Join other St. Jude women for this annual Lenten retreat on April 11-,14, 2019. Signups are now open. A $50 nonrefundable registration fee is required to reserve your spot on the weekend. The topic is "Finding God in all Things" directed by Robin Hebert. Click on the icon for more information or to register.

Walk where Jesus walked…Cruise the Sea of Galilee…Visit Nazareth…Climb the Mt. of Olives & view the Old City of Jerusalem…Walk the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher…Visit Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity. TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Roundtrip air from Dallas, First Class select hotels, Breakfast & Dinner daily, Comprehensive Sightseeing, Porterage, Entrance Fees and much more!! Join Fr. Abraham Thomas on this wonderful adventure from November 11 to November 20, 2019.