The Texas Catholic Herald

September 13, 2016

Locals reflect on life, work of Mother Teresa upon canonization

The mercy and strength of Jesus Christ is exemplified in the heroic efforts and love of Blessed Mother Teresa, now St. Teresa of Calcutta.

August 16, 2016

Election: Keeping conscience protection in forefront

Our nation faces many pressing political and social decisions during this election season. While receiving significantly less media coverage than other current issues, matters of conscience protection remain of critical importance to Catholics.

August 16, 2016

Reflective Grace: A love that shines so brightly

During the summer months, I have been blessed to participate in a lot of retreats. I’ve been on retreat with high school students, engaged couples and young adults from all different backgrounds.

August 16, 2016

Pokémon Go game craze brings strangers to churches

The area I live in has seen an increase in young adults since the second week of July. How wonderful to see young people sitting in front of Our Lady to pray… no wait… everyone is on their phones… curious.

August 16, 2016

Almsgiving and the beauty of self-gift

Surrounded by busy to-do lists and personal goals, it is easy to lose ourselves in ourselves.

August 16, 2016

Laity’s role in forming the New Evangelization

“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Mt 28:19-20)

August 16, 2016

St. Thomas graduate school tracks integrate professional life, spiritual growth

To educate is one of the greatest acts of charity of a society. To inform and form the human mind, heart and spirit is quite the responsibility, too. The University of St. Thomas (UST) has two graduate tracks for Catholic educators, and those thinking about a job in education.

August 16, 2016

San José Clinic answers Christ’s call to protect dignity, health of most vulnerable

San José Clinic, a ministry of the Archdiocese that has served individuals and families with limited access to healthcare services since 1922, has grown into a leading provider in the Houston area.

August 16, 2016

Competition, faith reasons to play at annual golf tournament

Shepherd’s Cup tournament raises funds for faith, clergy formation; schools, seminary

August 16, 2016

The meaning behind the Church’s liturgical fashion

When it comes to clothing, what a person wears can make a dramatic statement.