“Always remember this: life is a journey. It is a path, a journey to meet Jesus. At the end, and forever.” – Pope Francis

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) invites all of us to work together to eradicate poverty in our country.

Some years ago, I heard, “The fatherhood of a priest embraces the whole world,” which has stayed with me throughout my seminary formation.

Practicing gratitude is a virtue, one that is also good for your mental and emotional health.

This special time is not just a celebration of the rich history and proud heritage, but also a moment when we, as a church, unite in prayer for all souls and saints, particularly those from Africa and the African Diaspora.

The deacon is configured to Christ and, by putting into practice acts of service, becomes the model of Christ as a servant of all.

Solidarity stung my heart as I recognized that we are “one human family, whatever our national, racial, ethnic, economic, and ideological differences."

This year the Diocese of Austin has a total of 60 seminarians, thanks be to God! Eighteen of these men are first year (propaedeutic) seminarians.

John Capistrano was at the height of his legal career when he was appointed governor of Perugia, Italy in 1412.

As the Body of Christ, we have a unique responsibility to affirm the dignity of parents in our community and re-establish the sacredness of parenthood, especially for families in need.

The Easter Vigil was especially meaningful this year to Barbara Jones, an 82-year-old grandmother, married 61 years, and Texas DPS employee living in Leander.

A parishioner texted me for help. Her car had died in the parking lot of the fast-food restaurant where she had just finished her late-night shift.

The bishop as the successor to the apostles carries out these three ministries of liturgy.

The Diocese of Austin is blessed with more than 100 religious sisters who serve in various ministries throughout Central Texas.

Inigo López de Loyola spent much of his young life gambling, womanizing and fighting.

We never forget the one who feeds us.

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.

Reasons why we should consider creating our wills this August.

Deacon Roberto Martínez hosted visiting professors and graduate students from the University of San Marcos in Lima, Perú.

One sleeting afternoon in downtown Chicago, walking to our theater destination, my 70-something mother abruptly stopped, unhooked her arm from mine, and asked me for money.

Recently I completed my fourth and final year of minor seminary before moving on to my major seminary studies.

Pritchard committed to hiking the Appalachian Trail to raise awareness and funds for local pro-life charities.

Dominic is the patron of youth and choir boys. His feast day is May 6.

Being honored and awarded is something even the humblest of recipients appreciate.

“Without priests there is no Eucharist, without the Eucharist there is no church.”