Advent and Christmas 2025

Advent & Christmas Schedule – Join Us for the Holy Days

Advent is a beautiful season of anticipation, hope, and preparation. As we look forward to celebrating the birth of Jesus, we invite you to join us for the many liturgies, events, and prayer opportunities offered here at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Whether you are a parishioner, a visitor, returning to the Church, or simply looking for a place to worship this Christmas, we are glad you are here. From Confession opportunities to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Masses, this page includes everything you need to plan your Advent and Christmas celebrations with us.

👉 View the full schedule of Holy Days, Mass times, and special events:
https://stmarytempletx.org/holy-days/

On our Holy Days page, you can find:

  • Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Mass times

  • Holy Day of Obligation information

  • Confession and penance services

  • Vespers, carols, and prayer opportunities

  • Special parish events for families and visitors

Please share this schedule with family, neighbors, and anyone seeking a place to encounter Christ this Christmas. We look forward to celebrating with you and praying together as we welcome Emmanuel — God with us!

May this holy season draw you closer to the Lord Jesus, who comes to bring light, peace, and joy.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Temple, Texas

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