The Texas Catholic Herald

January 27, 2015

49th Annual DSF appeal begins

St. Paul, in his first letter to his friend, Timothy, talks about the need for good works. St. Paul is speaking directly to the "haves" — those who have riches and are called to share their gifts with the whole community, especially those in need.

January 27, 2015

Catholicism and cargo ships: Galveston port chaplain ministers to ocean-bound

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus calls St. Peter out of his fishing boat and onto the water in faith. For Karen Parsons, OFS, however, her vocation called her to step onto a boat. A massive cargo ship, that is.

January 13, 2015

Huntsville couple honored with special Vatican award

For 65 years of distinguished service and contributions to their parish, diocese, family, community and social justice, Dr. Charles Sr. and Marion Wagamon were awarded the prestigious papal Benemerenti medal by Pope Francis.

January 13, 2015

Simbang Gabi tradition a hallmark of deep Filipino faith, communities

On the evening of Dec. 23, Betty Gounah probably passed at least 25 Catholic churches on her 62-mile journey from Galveston to Alief to attend Mass.

January 13, 2015

Catholic schools gear up to celebrate Catholic education

With a continuous theme of "Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service," the 61 schools of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston are preparing to celebrate Catholic Schools Week from Jan. 25 – 31.

January 13, 2015

Helping incarcerated youth to choose to live in the light of God’s Word

Imagine not having a chance as a child or youth to hear God's word and his message of love, mercy and forgiveness, let alone ever experiencing them. For some, this may be the result of an unstable home life without proper physical and mental health care, food and nutrition, educational opportunities or religious or spiritual guidance. This can make living productive and faithful citizenship a challenge. Approximately 3,000 youth, ages 10 to 17, are currently serving time for various crimes at juvenile detention centers in Harris, Fort Bend and Brazoria counties.

December 23, 2014

Revered educator, leader remembered

Bridget Reagins was in her second semester of her freshman year at Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School in Houston when she was ready to call it quits. It was Father T.J. Martinez, SJ, the founding president of the school, who talked her out of leaving.

December 23, 2014

Honoring the past to ‘live the present with passion’

In a recent global message from Pope Francis when he declared this as the Year of Consecrated Life, the Holy Father said it's important to reflect on the origins and history of the Church, and to look to the past with gratitude for the gifts God has provided to the Church. He said grateful remembrance of the past leads us to implement ever more fully the essential aspects of our consecrated life and to "live the present with passion."

December 23, 2014

More than just a race, Steps For Students hits 10th milestone

Preparations continue for the upcoming Steps for Students 5K Run and the David K. Guite Memorial 1k Family Fun Run, now in its 10th year.

December 23, 2014

Bishops to again tackle end-of-life issues in legislature

In life, sometimes the most difficult decisions people face involve impending death. Pain and grief can’t always be avoided. Some of it can be mitigated in the end-of-life decisions one makes for themselves and loved ones. But in doing so, one must neither prolong pointless suffering nor hasten death — in accordance with the Catholic faith.