The Texas Catholic Herald

October 13, 2020

COLBERT: Wisdom of Generations - Keeping the teachings of predecessors

For many, the image of young adults in their 20s and 30s ministering to and with young people comes to mind. In practice, however, there is a broad range of ministry leaders and volunteers from their 20s to their 60s and beyond. This broad age range is critical to a healthy, comprehensive youth ministry.

October 13, 2020

OCHOA: Missionaries worldwide say ‘We are still here’

Despite the devastating losses and frustrating limits that the COVID-19 virus brings, our faith reminds us that we still have significant tasks to undertake as members of the universal Church.

October 13, 2020

LESTER: Quarantine provides an opportunity for intentional kindness

Lessons in Chick-Fil-A, Catholicism and quarantine.

October 13, 2020

NGUYEN: In October —and always— the Rosary is a hope for all times

In the month of October, nothing is more noble and pleasing to God than to awake in us the love for our Blessed Mother through praying the Rosary.

October 5, 2020

‘Blessed are the Peacemakers’ series addresses forming consciences, voting and dialogue ahead of November election

The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and the University of St. Thomas will co-host a webinar series titled “Blessed are the Peacemakers” that addresses the role of Catholics in the current political climate and election season.

September 22, 2020

Texas parishes bring hope, chainsaws to Acadiana

Just as the Cajun Navy fearlessly came to Texas’s aid during the floods of Hurricane Harvey, Houstonians didn’t wait to head to Lake Charles bring supplies in the catastrophic wake of Hurricane Laura.

September 22, 2020

A Chalice Between Them

Cardinal DiNardo celebrate's Mass with mid-19th century chalice given to Galveston's first bishop

September 22, 2020

Thousands evicted in Houston area before eviction moratorium, rental assistance

According to community leaders, about 10,000 renters have been evicted from March through August in the Houston area before the recent eviction moratorium was put into place by the Center for Disease Control to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

September 22, 2020

TSU Newman Center offers students solace, community following summer of change

TSU Newman Center helps lead a unique ministry within the Catholic Church: offering spiritual care and academic advice to the university's African-American community and growing Latino population

September 22, 2020

Holy Name parish celebrates 100-year legacy in Northside

Holy Name Catholic Church in Houston's Northside neighborhood celebrated its 100th anniversary Sept. 13.