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Two Women Living Their Vocation Through Catholic Charities

As we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday today, we share the following reflection from Pope Francis, originally delivered during the Easter Vigil on April 16, 2022. His words continue to resonate with the faithful as we celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord until Pentecost.

The opening of the Cathedral will occur on the Feast of Corpus Christi 2026, with several bishops as guests and a procession

Catholic Monthly Devotions: In many devotional traditions, April is dedicated to the Eucharist. With its origins in the Middle Ages, Catholic piety calls us to enrich our faith monthly through themes focused on particular saints, mysteries, and other aspects of faith.

Bishop Mario A. Avilés celebrated Chrism Mass at Most Precious Blood Pro-Cathedral

The program that effectively helps people move out of poverty expands its reach

The Andrew Dinner is a great opportunity to learn more about the priesthood

The Parochial Administrator of St. Theresa of the Infant Jesus Parish in Premont is a member of the “Heralds of Good News”

STREAM Stars Event on March 27 brings Catholic School students to strive for excellence

The Poverty Simulation sponsored by Circles of the Coastal Bend demonstrates how quickly one can fall into poverty – and how difficult it is to get out

Catholic Monthly Devotion: The month of March is dedicated to St. Joseph

TEFA: The deadline to sign up is approaching – do it now!

The Scrutinies are part of the preparation of the elect before their baptism at Easter

The Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary celebrate their 100th anniversary, and visiting the Shrine grants a Plenary Indulgence throughout this year

Theology on Tap at sal's Bronx Pizza: Bishop Mario Avilés’ advice for a good Lent

Desiring God: the first Young Adult Retreat focused on the practice of “lectio divina” and Ignatian meditation and contemplation

El Obispo Mario Avilés celebra la misa para la Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de San Juan de los Lagos, Madre de la Iglesia

Catholic Monthly Devotions – February is traditionally dedicated to the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. With origins in the Middle Ages, Catholic piety calls us to enrich our faith. Monthly based on themes that focus on particular saints, mysteries, and other faith aspects.

A shepherd who built communion

Twenty-five Bishops, over a hundred priests, concelebrate the festive Mass of Installation