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April 21, 2025
Archbishop Vásquez, Cardinal DiNardo laud late pope's life and legacy
Pope Francis, the first pontiff from the Americas, died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at age 88.
April 16, 2025
Liturgies at the cathedrals set for Holy Week
The two cathedrals in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, St. Mary Cathedral Basilica in Galveston and the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Houston, are hosting a series of Liturgies for Holy Week
April 9, 2025
Newly-installed Archbishop Joe S. Vásquez promises to serve 'with all my heart' (PHOTOS)
“Together, we will move forward, following our Savior, who leads, protects and watches over this local Church,” Archbishop Joe S. Vásquez shared in his heartfelt homily, partly delivered in Spanish, at his installation Mass on the feast of the Annunciation at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in downtown Houston.
April 8, 2025
Rite of Election Liturgies see record numbers (PHOTOS)
Daniel Cardinal DiNardo and Auxiliary Bishop Italo Dell’Oro, CRS, celebrated the Rite of Election for those preparing to enter the Catholic Church at Easter, welcoming the largest group of candidates and catechumens to date.
April 8, 2025
The Stations of the Cross help us make sense of suffering
The question of why suffering exists finds its answer in Christ’s transformation of suffering through love. Christ’s cross makes sense of our own, hence the universal appeal of popular devotions like the Stations of the Cross.
April 8, 2025
Stewards: Follow Jesus in word and action
Stewardship encompasses so much more than what we choose to put in the Sunday Offertory. Stewardship is ultimately a way of life.
April 8, 2025
Polish Catholics start Easter with blessings of baskets
Święconka is an annual tradition for many Polish people around the world, including Polish Catholics living in Galveston-Houston. Learn more about this meaningful and colorful beloved event.
April 8, 2025
Office of Aging Ministry honors seniors, fosters community and dignity (VIDEO)
In a world that often overlooks the elderly, the Archdiocese’s Office of Aging Ministry ensures that seniors are not only cared for but also celebrated for their wisdom, contributions and unique gifts.
April 8, 2025
Catholic Extension honors Marek Family for serving local Church, community
A Houston Catholic family whose forebears immigrated to Texas from Czechoslovakia, lost everything in the Great Depression, experienced homelessness and went on to start what is now one of the largest companies in the Southwest was honored by the Catholic Extension Society with its eighth annual Houston Spirit of Francis Award.
April 8, 2025
ANNICCHIARICO: 40 days of detachment, fast and penance
It is only when we make more room in our lives for Christ that we truly experience the joy and peace only He can give.Also in this Section
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