The Texas Catholic Herald

January 29, 2019

NGUYEN: From humble beginnings to serving their community

To what standard do you consider something or someone that is good, true and beautiful? Have you heard of H’Hen Niê, a young, ethnic minority Vietnamese lady, who has stolen the heart of the public? H’Hen Niê is loved by many around the world, especially within the Vietnamese communities. She has had a great impact not only because of her indisputable beauty, but also because of her genuineness.

January 23, 2019

Different nations, but one faith unites Panama’s World Youth Day pilgrims

Other pilgrims wore the flags of their respective countries like a cape on their backs: Australia, El Salvador, Guatemala. Though World Youth Day had not officially started, it seemed as if it unofficially began Jan. 21 on the observation deck overlooking the locks of the Panama Canal, where the young -- and the young-at-heart -- formed a conga line as some beat the drums and others chanted or cheered to honor the Catholic Church, Pope Francis or Mary.

January 15, 2019

Stage set for Catholic Schools Got Talent

St. Pius X High School to host Feb. 2 Catholic Schools talent showcase

January 15, 2019

Prayers like rising incense: St. Francis of Assisi parish welcomes new Shrine of the Risen Christ

Archbishop Emeritus Fiorenza dedicates shrine at St. Francis of Assisi on Gaudete Sunday

January 15, 2019

Award dinner to support the education of priests from China

Experience Chinese culture and support Chinese clergy when the Spiritan China Education Fund for Advanced Formation hosts its second Father Matteo Ricci, SJ, Dinner on Tuesday, March 5, at 6 p.m. at Ocean Palace Restaurant, located at 11215 Bellaire Blvd. in Houston. The benefit dinner seeks to raise funds for the formation of Chinese priests and improve awareness for the situation in the Church in China.

January 15, 2019

Asian cultures welcome Christmastime Liturgies

Surrounded by hundreds of red and white poinsettia and brightly lit Christmas trees, Daniel Cardinal DiNardo celebrated Christmas Eve Mass with the Vietnamese Catholic community in the George R. Brown Convention Center. Three days prior, Cardinal DiNardo also celebrated the Grand Archdiocesan Simbang Gabi Culmination Mass with the Filipino Catholic community at St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church in Spring Dec. 21.

January 15, 2019

Join the Archdiocese at the Texas Rally for Life, parish send-off Mass

The Office of Pro-Life Activities will offer transportation to Austin for the Texas Rally for Life march on Saturday, Jan. 26.

January 15, 2019

In Brief: Galveston's Bryan Museum to display historic crucifix; St. John Vianney parish pastor honored for Harvey relief efforts

The Bryan Museum in Galveston and Mexico’s Consulate to display historic crucifix with Vatican ties; Texas recognizes St. John Vianney parish for Hurricane Harvey efforts; University of St. Thomas announces March 6 Mardi Gras Gala, benefits scholarships

January 15, 2019

Archbishop Miller explores ‘Beauty and the Sacred’ at upcoming liturgical conference, Jan. 23 to 26

At the upcoming Southwest Liturgical Conference (SWLC) Study Week, “Encountering the Sacred: Beauty and the Liturgy,” Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB, will serve as the opening keynote address and will focus on setting the tone of the week’s conversations towards an “understanding [of] what is meant by beauty, sacred beauty, and how ... different liturgical expressions contribute to a more complete understanding of the Paschal Mystery,” according to organizers.

January 15, 2019

ADAMS: Annual junior high rally aims to engage Catholic youth

Do you know a junior high youth who seeks adventure to serve the Church, explore their faith while having fun and meeting other youth from throughout the Archdiocese?