Mass intentions stem from the ancient tradition that the spiritual fruits of the holy sacrifice of the Mass may be applied towards living or deceased to help them grow closer to God. "If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it; if one part is honored, all the parts share its joy." -1 Cor 12:26
Additionally, Mass intentions have long been a support for the financial needs of the priests.

Please note the following:

• Mass intentions are bound by Church law (canons 945-958) and the Austin Diocese Pastoral Manual on Eucharist and Priests
• Following these regulations, we can only accept one Mass intention stipend per Mass. If you would simply like us to pray for your loved one without them being the official intention of the Mass, please fill out the "Prayer Request Form" above.
• The suggested donation per Mass intention in the Diocese of Austin is $5.
• No Mass intention will be rejected because the requester doesn't have the means to make a donation.
• The limited amount of Masses per year means that we need to be careful to allow all our parishioners a chance to request Masses. We may limit the amount of Mass intentions each person may submit for our St. Paul scheduled Masses.
• If we're unable to accomodate your Mass intention, the Schoenstatt Fathers also accept intentions and will pray for your loved ones at one of their daily Masses.