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Contact Us
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Jennifer Wicksdreolmcportland.comDRE, CMSE Coord. -
Rose Rosalesolmcreolmcportland.comAssistant DRE
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Catechetical Theme 2017-2018:
"Living as Missionary Disciples"
"Viviendo como discípulos misioneros" -
EVENTS/NEWS
First Holy Communion Mass
Saturday May 12
6 pm (church, arrive 5:35 pm)
First Holy Communion
Important Info & Dress Code
Photography at
First Holy Communion Mass
First Holy Communion Mass
Photo Order Form
2017 First Holy Communion
Dear Lord, THANK YOU!
We value the many talents and
gifts you have given us,
especially those of our Volunteers
and all who dedicate
their life's work to our Catholic Faith.
For all these gifts, given out of your love,
we thank you. Amen.
2018 Catechist Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
(Photographer, Ervey Martinez,
again volunteered his time
and kindness & took keepsake
photos of the evening!
As always, he uploaded them
right away for all to enjoy.
Thanks Ervey!)
2017 Catechist Volunteer
Appreciation Dinner
Thank you for participating
with your children in our
Lenten mission "CRS Rice Bowl".
Rice bowls due back NOW!
Please drop off to your teacher
or the RE Office during business hours.
CRS Rice Bowl Collection
(Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency
of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS is motivated by the example
of Jesus Christ to assist poor and suffering people in more than 100 countries
on the basis of need, without regard to race, religion or nationality.
CRS’ programs touch more than
100 million lives.)
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Mon-Fri June 4-8
9am-Noon
This year, we'll embark on a
DISCOVERY MISSION!
Kids will discover their mission in life…
their vocation! Filled with fun activities
and meaningful content, take a sneak peak at vocationbibleschool.com.
Please join in the experience by
donating items, helping decorate and/or
accepting the honor of working with the children VBS week!
Teen and Adult Volunteers needed.
Must have CMSE certifications.
Look at the fun and success of
our 1st and 2nd annual years
of hosting VBS at OLMC!
Call the RE Office and let them know
you'd like to serve in this ministry.
Thank you so much!
Everyone has lots of fun because
of YOU : ) (361) 643-3548
DEER CREEK CAMP
July 15–July 20, 2018
Deer Creek Camp located in the Texas Hill Country, along the banks of the Medina River with 110 acres of playing fields.
Space is limited. Registration form and
entry fee are due by dates listed
in brochure or until camp capacity.
Deer Creek Camp Website
Print out Brochure for
Info and Registration
For more info call Heath Garcia
(361) 882-6191, ext. 687
ALTAR SERVING
Have you made your
First Holy Communion?
Would you like to Altar Serve?
Contact:
Edward Longoria
(361)633-1328
Email Mr. Longoria
Formation for All Ages Online 24-7
Visit Formed.org and enter code E7NJJQ
for more faith-filled opportunities to
learn about Catholicism.
"Each of Us is a Masterpiece
of God's Creation"Take the time to dedicate, celebrate,
work and pray for, the protection of
the gift of human life. Check out great
Respect Life materials here.
PARISH PHOTOS
by Photographer and Parishioner,
Ervey Martinez,
are always kindly taken and then
posted for your viewing
and free download! Thank you so
much Mr. Martinez!
We are so proud and happy
for our children, families
and teachers!
Check out:
2018 Confirmation Mass
2018 Catechist Appreciation Dinner
2017 VBS "Maker Fun Factory"
2017 Baccalaureate Celebrations
2017 First Holy Communion
2017 Confirmation Mass
2017 Catechist Appreciation Dinner
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Welcome to Religious Education at
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Portland, TXOur parish program exists to help you in your obligation to provide for the
education of your children, in the truths and practices of their Catholic Faith.
A comprehensive religious education program includes both
systematic (or structured) catechesis and sacramental preparation*.
Together, these two religious education components makes for Total Catechesis.Our classes offer systematic catechesis for pre-kindergarten through high school youth.
These classes cover basic doctrine, prayer, Christian morality, liturgy and
Sacraments at an age-appropriate level.RE Office Hours:
Monday 9 am - 12 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 12 pm / 1 pm - 3 pm
Wednesday 1 pm - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 12 pm
Sunday 8 am - 11 am
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REGISTRATION 2017-18 CLOSED
Classes begin in September and conclude in May.
ALL GRADES PK-12, ALL PROGRAMS!
We're so excited for you to join us!
Blessed and memorable years take place at OLMC!To register your children, please check back in August when
Registration opens for the 2018-2019 year!
You'll be able to download forms from our Registration page,
stop by the RE building during RE Office business hours or
for your convenience, Registration Forms will be available
on RE Building front porch for Pick-up/Drop-Off.Classes offered:
Sundays 9:35 - 10:50 am Grades K-8, RCIC
and Ages 4-6 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Sundays 6:45 - 8:30 pm Grades 9-12 TGIF and ADAPTIVE RE
Sundays 6:45 - 8:30 pm YGIF Middle School Youth Group
Wednesdays 4 - 5:15 pm Grades K-8 and ADAPTIVE RE
Wednesdays 6:15 - 7:30 pm Grades K-8
Stay Up-To-Date!!
Our parish keeps you well-informed of all events, alerts,
volunteer help needed, special masses, rosaries, cancellations and more…
through our weekly bulletin, website www.olmcportland.com
and with all who download the “myparish app” onto their mobile devices! -
CATECHESIS of the GOOD SHEPHERD
DON'T MISS THIS AMAZING SPIRITUAL & EDUCATIONAL
OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CHILD!
Our Lady of Mount Carmel’s newest program for the spiritual formation
of our children...Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)!
CGS is a hands-on, Montessori inspired faith formation program.
Children who are ages 4-6 and potty-trained can participate.
CGS is led by a certified catechist on Sundays from 9:35 am-10:50 am.
Children not currently enrolled in religious education may enroll for
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Due to the child/catechist ratio,
we will have a maximum number of children that are able to register.
Please come by the RE Office to register. Registration is on a first come basis.
For further questions and info, visit our CGS webpage
and contact (361) 643-3548.
ADAPTIVE Religious Ed is HERE!
SPREAD THE WORD!
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel is offering Adaptive Classes for students with Special Needs!
Classes are offered Sunday Evenings and Wednesday Afterschool (see above).
For more info and to Register, please call Coordinator and Catechist,
Mrs. Tina Panek (361) 633-9613
YGIF Middle School Youth Group
THE FAITH AWAKENS!
Youths Growing in Faith (YGIF)
THE EAGERLY ANTICIPATED PREQUEL TO TGIF IS HERE!
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Who: 6th-8th Grade Students
What: Middle School Youth Group that adds to the traditional RE classes
Where: Religious Education Building, Rm 1
When: Sundays 6:45pm - 8:30pm
Why: To awaken our faith in Jesus Christ and to build relationships with one another
Check out all the fun we're having, click here!
For more info, contact the RE Office (361) 643-3548
or just show up at the next Sunday gathering!
We're also looking for young adults and adults
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GIVE YEAR-ROUND!
"Among our tasks as witnesses to the love of Christ
is that of giving a voice to the cry of the poor." - Pope FrancisWe offer to continuously receive your loving items and provide them to
our Parish's Works of Charity. Please donate toilet paper (constant need),
food, razors, shaving cream, diapers, baby wipes, toothbrushes,
toothpaste, adhesive bandages, dental floss, deodorant,
feminine hygiene products, nail clippers, etc. Items should be
in their original packaging, with any safety fixtures/tabs, still in place.
Check out the terrific things that happen in OLMC RE!!