This issue of the Catholic Spirit is a special one as we welcome Bishop Daniel Garcia back to the Diocese of Austin as our sixth bishop. I hope you enjoy the stories of Bishop Garcia’s childhood, journey to the priesthood and time as a priest serving the Diocese of Austin.

I have always admired Bishop Garcia’s joy for the priesthood. He loves his vocation and he always has a smile to share.

“We have to have a sense of humor,” he told me during our interview a few days after his appointment to Austin. “There is plenty of heavy stuff that we all have to deal with, but it’s important to find the joy in all of our relationships.”

Bishop Garcia remembers vividly a sign that hung in one of the parishes he served. The sign said, “Life is fragile, handle with prayer.”

I think that is some pretty sage advice we can all take to heart. Please pray for Bishop Garcia because I can assure you he is praying for all of us!