Open Wide the Doors to advent
November 15, 2025

St. Paul the Apostle Parish Center
900 St. Paul Dr. Richardson, TX 75080

Save the date and join us for one of our most beloved events, the Christ Child Market and Bruncheon.

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With featured speaker fr. Lucas Moreira de sales

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Father Lucas Moreira de Sales is the Parochial Vicar at Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Richardson.  

Originally from Brazil, he grew up as the only child of a single mother. At 21 years old, he made a pilgrimage with the young people of his parish to a Marian shrine, and for the first time in his life, he prayed to God to show him what He wanted for his life. God led him to consider the priesthood, and after a year of discernment, he joined the Redemptoris Mater Seminary in Dallas in 2010 and attended the University of Dallas for philosophical studies and the last years of theological formation. 

Fr. Lucas was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Dallas in June 2022 and has served at Prince of Peace parish in Plano and St. Paul.

Celebrating our gems moms

Gabriel Education Ministry & Support (GEMS) extends the ministry of Project Gabriel by offering mothers opportunities to learn more about themselves, their Christian faith, and to be better parents. The program helps women take their place in the larger world of work and service and supports their continued education with scholarship awards.

Through GEMS, these women develop a stronger sense of self-esteem, realize their God-given abilities, and become more empowered to learn and make good choices.

The Christ-Child Market & Brunch is a heartwarming celebration of our GEMS moms who have reached this incredible milestone. It’s a joyful occasion to honor their hard work, perseverance, and growth—and to cheer them on as they step confidently into the next chapter of their journey.

Gift Market | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The market is free and open to the public. Shopping opportunities will also include small business vendors, raffles for fabulous prizes, bakery items, and unique holiday centerpieces and table decor. 

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Bruncheon | 10:00 a.m.

 Invite your friends, spouses, and families to attend this special event honoring mothers completing our GEMS   program and preparing our hearts for the Season of Advent. 

Pictured are our beaming GEMS graduates from 2022.