It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Ginger Tamborello. Ginger passed away yesterday at 9:33 p.m. after losing her battle to cancer. Ginger dedicated 18 years to St. Theresa Catholic Church, in addition to nearly three decades at other churches in the Archdiocese. Her legacy of service to the church, love for the entire Body of Christ, and exemplary Catholic education inspired us all. We at St. Theresa were privileged that Ginger spent nearly two decades of her career here at our parish, forever changing the lives of those fortunate enough to meet her.

Ginger’s friends say that she was honest, faithful, caring, determined, loyal, and courageous…a lifetime of service by a woman described thus was truly a gift to our Parish and our Church.

Ginger could always see the potential of any “mustard seed” that God placed in her path. She knew the power of a smile, a kind word, a friendly welcome. She also knew the power of encouragement—sometimes more encouragement than others had bargained for!
"Ginger made all the difference in restoring the strength and confidence that I had lost when my husband passed away."

In the words of another close friend, “Ginger lived, expressed, and shared her Catholic faith to her friends, family, co-workers, and to those she evangelized. She was an excellent Catholic educator that embraced for others a Catholic vision of the world shaped by reflection, action, service, sacraments, and prayer.”

Ginger embodied the plea of St. Theresa of Avila when she wrote, “Christ has no body now but yours. No hands, no feet on earth but yours.” To the women who shared their stories above, to countless children educated in the faith, to RCIA candidates accompanied throughout the years, to parishioners and coworkers and friends…Ginger lived the mission. She was the hands and feet of Christ to so many of God’s beloved children. She was truly life-giving to our parish and our world.

Thank you, Ginger. Thank you for showing Christ to so many over the years. “Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.“ Amen.

Registration is available online at https://sttheresa.cc/registration-high-school-faith-formation-grades-9-12

Faith Formation Sessions for High School will be held the Second and Third Sundays of the Month from September through April from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30  p.m. which includes attendance and participation at the 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass. 

St Theresa is following state and local government guidelines and direction from the Archdiocese. We are working to ensure a safe learning environment for our youth and catechists and will be following all CDC guidelines. Depending on the circumstances, we are prepared to move all learning online as needed.

Please visit the High School Faith Formation website https://sttheresa.cc/high-school-program or contact Janice Berger at j.berger@sttheresa.cc or 713-869-3783 for more information.

Flowers for the altar entirely depend on the sponsorship from your dedications. Schedule a dedication today! Please place your request two weeks in advance of your dedication date. For more information please contact Mary-Ann Virgilio at maryann.virgilio@sttheresa.cc or call 352-212-2961.

Thank you to all the parishioners who participated in the Mission and Ministry Focus Groups and E-Survey. The Mission and Ministry Planning Process will include your input as it begins to work on plans for the future of St. Theresa. We are not focused on building facilities as we are on better serving and connecting parishioners and most importantly, those who are beyond the parish doors. Our work will continue over the summer and we look forward to reporting back to you later in the fall! In the meantime, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and to do so with such integrity, responsibility, and enthusiasm.

Rediscover the hidden joys in your relationship as a mother and daughter/s.  Today, a large part of the joy is putting our trust in the Lord while we take reasonable action.  Our retreat will be uplifting, holy, and wholesome as we follow the Lord AND follow the guidelines for gathering at the Christian Renewal Center (CRC).  See their complete guidelines for gathering here: https://www.retreatcentercrc.org/coronavirus

Presented by Catholic Literary Arts and Sarah Cortez with Spiritual Advisor Rev. Peter Damien Marie Harris, O.P.  $319 for one mother/daughter.  Prices for additional attendees on the registration form.

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