Your Stories
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Father Jewell looks forward to priestly life
The Austin Diocese welcomed a new priest to its fold June 8 when Bishop Joe Vásquez ordained Matthew Jewell, age 28, at Santa Cruz Parish in Buda.
We are social creatures with God-given rights, responsibilities
God created us as social beings with an emphasis on human dignity, family, and how we are our brother’s (and sister’s) keeper.
Endowments help pastors plan for the future
“As the pastor, I love the people and I love the community,” he said. “I want them to succeed into the future.”
El Padre Jewell espera con ansias la vida sacerdotal
La Diócesis de Austin dio la bienvenida a un nuevo sacerdote el 8 de junio cuando el Obispo José Vásquez ordenó a Matthew Jewell.
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St. Austin Parish reaches for the heavens
Your Life
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Faithful discipleship includes faithful citizenship
We believe people have a right and a duty to participate in society, seeking together the common good and well-being of all, especially the poor and vulnerable.
Why priestly vestments really matter
Ultimately, these outward symbols teach us about more important interior, spiritual realities.
St. Ignatius of Loyola laid the groundwork for the Jesuits
Inigo López de Loyola spent much of his young life gambling, womanizing and fighting.
Religious sisters celebrate many years of faithful service
The Diocese of Austin is blessed with more than 100 religious sisters who serve in various ministries throughout Central Texas.
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Jesus feeds us – body and soul – with himself
Your Faith
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Food for the journey
We follow in Jesus’ footsteps by nourishing ourselves with Scripture and the Eucharist. And we fortify our bodies with our daily bread.
Transitional deacons ordained
Bishop Vásquez ordained Michael Rhodes, Ladd Spears, Kingsley Ohaeri, Scott Fyall and Michael Noriega to the transitional diaconate.
Chorbishop Don Sawyer
Chorbishop Donald J. Sawyer, founder of Our Lady’s Maronite Catholic Parish, celebrated the 50th anniversary of his ordination.
August is National Make-A-Will Month
Reasons why we should consider creating our wills this August.
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