Aging Ministry
Catholic Social Agencies Offering Hurricane Relief
The Office of Aging Ministry recognizes the gifts and needs of senior adults and responds with resources and programs to enhance these years of their lives. Through ongoing activities, we serve as a resource to parishes in the area of senior adult ministry.
The Catholic community of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is called to share the Christian belief in the value and importance of family life at each stage that it is lived. Each of us is called to minister according to the gifts, talents, and charisms given to us by God throughout our life's journey.
End of Life Seminar - June 2023
End of Life Seminar - June 2023
End-of-Life Care
End-of-Life Care Planning Resources
End-of-Life Planning Checklist
End-of-Life Care Planning Guide: A Comprehensive Resource
End-of-Life Care Planning Video Mini-Series
Pastoral Care of the Sick
Understand the Church’s pastoral guidelines for receiving the Sacrament of the Sick and End-of-Life spiritual care
Speaker: Sandy Higgins
Sacrament of the Sick Guidelines
End-of-Life Family Prayer Resources
Can I donate my body to science?
Funeral Rite
Know the Catholic communal ritual for planning and celebrating funeral rites
Speaker: Sandy Higgins
Funeral Planning Information
Scripture Readings for Funeral Masses
Songs for Funerals
Cremation
Learn the Catholic understanding and practices for final disposition of the body
Speaker: Sandy Higgins
Chrisitan Funeral Rites and Cremation
Funeral Planning
End-of-Life Pastoral Care & Funeral Planning
Catholic Cemeteries
Know burial options at the Archdiocesan Catholic Cemeteries
Caregiving
Caregiving Tips During COVID-19
Download a List of Caregiving Area Resources
Developing a Caregiver Plan
Understand the practical steps & spiritual/community resources in providing support as people age
Aging In Place
Contact Information for Community Providers
Aging in Place Seminar - Sept. 17, 2022
St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church
Choosing Quality Home Care. Know your options to support your home care and how to pay for it.
Memory Care: Managing Memory Loss. Learn what is normal vs. not normal memory loss and how to communicate with someone who has a memory loss disorder.
Downsizing with a Purpose. Develop manageable steps for decluttering/downsizing and the costs for extra help.
Download the Presentation Slides
Protecting Yourself from Scams. Learn how to protect yourself from 10 of the most common scams.
Download the Presentation Slides
Directory for Senior Living
Senior Senate
- The Senior Senate of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston represents parish seniors through promoting unity, fellowship, coordination and representation in issues and concerns of seniors through a variety of programs and activities of spiritual, social, educational and recreational interests.
- Parish clubs may designate representatives from their membership to serve as a representative to the Senior Senate. The Senior Senate coordinates activities throughout its membership to enhance parish senior adult activities.
Ministry Services
- Offer training, leadership and support to parishes in the development of senior adult ministry programs that enhance the spiritual, social and physical well being of elders.
- Serve as a resource to parishes and families in the area of aging.
- Sponsor leadership training, days of prayer, workshops, conferences, and educational programs in the areas of aging ministry.
- Promote and support the development of self-help groups within the parish setting.Serve as an advocate on behalf of elders in issues affecting their lives.
- Provide information and referral services to elders and their families.
- Support the activities of the Senior Senate of the Galveston-Houston Archdiocese.
- Publish a quarterly newsletter related to aging ministry.
- Represent the Archdiocese in community, government and professional organizations and activities for the benefit of older adults.
