May 12, 2015

A Shepherd's Message - May 12, 2015

During the months of February through early April the Archdiocese conducted consultations for the upcoming 2015 Synod of Bishops on “The Vocation and Mission of the Family in the Contemporary World.”

April 23, 2015

Statement re. Bishop-elect Brendan J. Cahill

We in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston rejoice that Pope Francis has chosen to honor this local Church by selecting one of her priests to serve as the third bishop of the Diocese of Victoria in Texas.

April 17, 2015

Statement re. Cardinal George

It was with great sadness that I learned today of the death of Francis Cardinal George. He will be remembered for his courageous leadership and clarity of teaching.

April 6, 2015

A Shepherd's Message - April 6, 2015

I want to give greetings for a Blessed Easter to the priests, deacons, consecrated religious and all the faithful of the Archdiocese.

March 24, 2015

Holy Week 2015

As we enter into the solemn time of Holy Week, I want to center my attention on the Triduum of the Passion, the Death and the Resurrection of the Lord. However, I cannot help but remark on the fact that the Holy Father has just made a surprise announcement of a special Holy Year of Mercy, which will begin on Dec. 8 this year and will last until the end of November 2016. The Year is to highlight...