The latest news from the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
August 30, 2024
Upcoming second collection supports students at Catholic universities
This weekend, Aug. 31 - Sept. 1, 2024, parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston will have a second collection at all Masses benefiting students needing financial assistance to attend the University of St. Thomas or the Catholic University of America.August 7, 2024
Upcoming second collection supports infirm priests
A second collection for infirm priests will be held at Archdiocesan parishes during Masses this weekend, Aug. 10 to 11. The collection helps provide much-needed medical and emergency support for retired and infirm priests.July 13, 2024
U.S. Bishops’ president condemns political violence, calls for prayers for peace
Following the news of the shooting at a political rally involving former President Donald Trump today, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, and president of the U.S. Conference of Bishops (USCCB) released a statement.July 10, 2024
Catholic social agencies offering hurricane relief
Following the recent storms, Catholic social agencies of the Archdiocese are offering support and disaster relief for area residents.July 7, 2024
Update: Chancery offices to partially reopen July 10
June 28, 2024
Peter’s Pence Collection: Be a sign of mercy
The Peter’s Pence collection, set for the weekend of June 29 - 30, 2024, is a gesture of solidarity through which every member of the faithful can participate in the activity of the Pope as Pastor of the universal Church.June 22, 2024
Religious Freedom Week observed June 22-29
It begins with the feast day of Ss. Thomas More and John Fisher, includes the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, and ends with the feast of Ss. Peter and Paul. The theme this year is “Called to the Fullness of Dignity.”June 4, 2024
Approach to U.S.-Mexico border reflects a crisis of conscience, says Bishop Seitz of El Paso
“We are deeply disturbed by this disregard for fundamental humanitarian protections and U.S. asylum law,” said Bishop Mark J. Seitz of El Paso today after President Biden issued a proclamation restricting access to asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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