The latest news from the Archdiocese of Galveston-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 7, 2025
Archdiocesan Chrism Mass set for April 15
Catholics across the Archdiocese are invited to attend the annual Chrism Mass, which will be held on Tuesday, April 15, at 7 p.m. at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, located at 1111 St. Joseph Pkwy. in downtown Houston.