Bishop Daniel Garcia presented the 2026 Lumen Gentium Awards to the following individuals in recognition of their faithfulness and service.

Father Zack Rodriguez said he first heard the call to the priesthood when he was 21 and studying at the University of Texas.

I took on the challenge and have spent the last few months learning about spiritual direction.

August is recognized as National Make-A-Will Month, offering an important reminder to take a meaningful step for the future.

When the Central Texas floods struck one year ago, much of the public attention was focused on the tragedy in Kerrville.

If you are a man currently between the ages of 30 and 57, might God be calling you to serve as a deacon?

Father Michael Rhodes, associate pastor of St. Albert the Great Parish in Austin, said he first heard the call to the priesthood as a young child.

Si usted es un hombre que actualmente tiene entre 30 y 57 años, ¿podría ser que Dios lo esté llamando a servir como diácono?

The Gospel of the prodigal son struck me with particular force. I remember thinking: This is my story.

Isaiah Minke

Chris Haberberger

Isaiah Minke

We believe mental healthcare is an essential part of caring for the whole person in body, mind and spirit.

Cameron Kologinczak

Cameron Kologinczak

Kelly Rice, a native of Austin and Dripping Springs, made her first formal vows as a sister of the Poor of Jesus Christ.

Solomon Akpan

Brian McNaughton

Solomon Akpan

Brian McNaughton

Father Bass grew up in Austin and is a convert to Catholicism who heard the call to the priesthood as a young adult.

Chris Haberberger

Father Chris Smith, pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in La Grange, recently shared his call to the priesthood.

Our ongoing commitment to creating safe, nurturing environments for children, youth and vulnerable adults

A Saturday Food Pantry Built on Dignity and Consistency