The latest news from the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
June 16, 2025
Archbishop Vásquez’s Statement on Receiving the Pallium

May 27, 2025
Catholic Communication Campaign empowers Church to proclaim the Gospel’s message of hope in Texas and beyond
The collection helps the Church spread the Gospel message using modern media tools to inform, inspire, and enlighten.May 11, 2025
Archbishop Vásquez to celebrate Mass for Pope Leo XIV on May 12
The Archdiocese will host a Mass to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV at 12:10 p.m. on Monday, May 12 at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Houston.
May 8, 2025
Chicago native Cardinal Prevost elected pope, takes name Leo XIV
Robert Cardinal Prevost, the Chicago-born prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops under Pope Francis, was elected the 267th pope May 8 and took the name Pope Leo XIV.
May 7, 2025
Calling on the Holy Spirit and all the saints, cardinals begin conclave
Invoking the help of the Holy Spirit and recognizing that millions of people all over the world were praying for them, 133 cardinals joined Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, Archbishop Emeritus of Galveston-Houston, as he entered the Sistine Chapel with a singular goal: to elect "a worthy pastor" for the universal church.
April 30, 2025
Where (and when) to watch for white smoke
The conclave is set to begin May 7, but the public only knows its end by iconic white smoke billowing out of the Sistine Chapel's chimney.
April 24, 2025
Where to watch Pope Francis' funeral Mass live
Pope Francis' solemn funeral Mass will be broadcast and livestreamed by multiple media outlets April 26, providing several ways people can watch and participate in the funeral from around the world.April 21, 2025
Archbishop Vásquez, Cardinal DiNardo to offer Mass for Pope Francis
The Mass of Easter Monday will be offered for the repose of the soul of His Holiness, Pope Francis, on April 21 at 5 p.m. at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.April 20, 2025
Easter Message from Archbishop Vásquez
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