SPMA Update
SPMA State Team Convenes in Lamar
In November, SPMA Diocesan Coordinators Frances and Stephen Zunker, represented SPMA San Antionio at the State Team meeting at Schoenstatt Lamar.
The State Team is made up of representatives of the SPMA groups from the various dioceses in Texas and comes together twice a year to report on activities, share updates, participate in spiritual formation led by Schoenstatt Fathers and Sisters, celebrate the sacraments together, and engage in fellowship.
The State Team meeting was led by State Coordinators Diego and Joss Alfaro and State Co-Coordinators Adolfo and Angelina Lopez. Father Rex Anthony and Diego & Joss Alfaro shared an update on the 75th Apostolate in Brazil. Sister Jessica filled in for Sister Virginia and spoke about the Jubilee for the Schoenstatt Sisters.
Rededication of Schoenstatt Wayside Shrine near Helena, TX
On Oct. 21, seven Archdiocesan priests and one deacon blessed a Schoenstatt Wayside Shrine that is located at the corner of FM 1354 and CR 295 (near Helena, TX). The main celebrant was Father Scott Janysek of Notre Dame Catholic Church in Kerrville, TX.
This Wayside Shrine was rededicated in memory of Lucian Pawelek.
Mark Your Calendars: Covenant of Love Classes
In February 2026, SPMA will be facilitating Covenant of Love classes for SPMA Missionaries & Receivers.
The classes will take place on Saturday, Feb. 7 and Saturday, Feb. 14, from 9am to 12pm in Kentenich Hall. Those who complete the classes will be invited to make their Covenant of Love with the Blessed Mother in Cor Unum in Patre Shrine on Saturday, Feb. 21 at 5pm. There will be a celebration after Mass in Kentenich Hall.
For more information on any of these events/activities, please contact Frances Zunker, SPMA Diocesan Coordinator, at 210-380-3295 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Reminder: Schoenstatt Holy Hour Every 2nd Wednesday at St. Jerome’s
Every second Wednesday of the month, St. Jerome Catholic Church is dedicating its weekly Holy Hour and Rosary to our Mother Thrice Admirable.
Every 2nd Wednesday (unless it falls on the 13th)
St. Jerome Catholic Church
7955 Real Rd, San Antonio, TX 78263
Adoration Chapel | 6 pm-7 pm
Upcoming dates include Dec 10, Jan. 14, and Feb. 11. SPMA Missionaries and Receivers are invited to bring their pilgrim shrines. For more information, contact Frances Zunker at (210) 380-3295 or Laura Martinez at (210) 336-8550.