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August 15, 2023

Annual youth conference reveals Jesus, spiritual gifts to 1,400-plus teens from Archdiocese

Led by the commanding yet humble and endearing voice of Father Houston Okonma, more than 1,000 teens joined their chaperones in a solemn Eucharistic Procession around the Hilton-Americas Houston hotel in downtown Houston during the 2023 Archdiocesan Youth Conference on July 29.

August 15, 2023

Whoop! Aggie Catholics say ‘Howdy’ to their new parish church

Aggie Catholics have a new church to call their spiritual home.

August 15, 2023

‘The Miracle Club’ highlights healing in many ways

The recent release of “The Miracle Club” movie brings a trifecta of award-winning actresses, which even has one of its stars fangirling over working with Grande Dame Maggie Smith and industry legend Kathy Bates.

August 15, 2023

GARCIA: Social Ministry and the Diaconate: Where the rubber meets the road

Every day, in Harris County alone, several hundred youths ages 10 to 17 reside in juvenile detention centers. Lost in despair and hopelessness, these youth turn to volunteers of Special Youth Services (SYS) who offer an encouraging word, inspiring Scripture and comforting prayer to see them through their difficulties.

August 15, 2023

KIERNAN: Theology of Rest: Grace in the present moment

As the beginning of school approaches, the temptation to become even busier will grow exponentially.

August 15, 2023

IMPELMAN: When transitions bring fear, Jesus brings peace

Even if you are no longer affected by the transitions brought about by the beginning of a new school year, we all must face changes in our lives. How do we handle these changes?

August 15, 2023

SAMUELS: On Mission from Africa to Texas: The M.S.P. serve our community

There is one religious order, The Missionary Society of St. Paul of Nigeria (M.S.P.), that has a unique charism for America from the heart of Africa.

August 14, 2023

San José Clinic announces new president, CEO

Margo Melchor-Hernandez, RDH, MEd, EdD, is the new president and CEO of San José Clinic.

August 6, 2023

Hong Kong, Macau pilgrims come together in faith at World Youth Day

Carrying bright red flags with a flower, young adult pilgrims from Hong Kong hurried into St. John of God Parish in Lisbon, Portugal, for their final "Rise Up" catechesis session of World Youth Day on Aug. 4.

August 6, 2023

Long after pope leaves WYD vigil, pilgrims carry his message and energy into the night

After spending the evening with Pope Francis in a solemn time of Eucharistic adoration and listening to his message during the outdoor vigil, the energy continued to vibrate long into the nighttime at Tejo Park in the Portuguese capital.

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