Why did Jesus ascend into heaven? Grow as a Disciple of Jesus May 1, 2024 Can you imagine the disciples’ emotions as they watched Jesus ascend into heaven? Read More
Salvador Lara Puente and the Martyrs of the Cristero War Saint of the Month May 1, 2024 Feast: May 21 Read More
The risen Jesus is the source of our hope and joy Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Apr 1, 2024 The most profound claim of Christianity is that Jesus died, was sealed in a grave and three days later, was no longer there. Read More
Contemplating the mystery of the crucifix Faith Through Art Apr 1, 2024 When we see a crucifix, may we be shocked and allow ourselves to contemplate the Paschal Mystery. Read More
May we pursue God’s grace in our Lenten sacrifices Living our faith Mar 1, 2024 When asked to offer a reflection on perseverance in Lent for this month’s Spirit, I froze. Me? Reflect on perseverance? Read More
A spiritual exercise inspired by St. Augustine Spiritual Fitness Mar 1, 2024 Let us take time to reflect on just one passage from the Confessions, as Augustine looked back on his earlier life. Read More
Tips for living as a missionary disciple Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Jan 1, 2024 Why is the good news of a viral video so easy to share while the Good News of Jesus Christ so difficult? Read More
Embracing the mission of Lent Lent Jan 1, 2024 The words of the prophet Joel to the people of Israel more than 400 years before the birth of Christ are still applicable for us today: Read More
Praying the mysteries of light Spiritual Fitness Jan 1, 2024 When Jesus was teaching in the temple, he said: “I am the light of the world." Read More
Together with the Holy Family, we are called to walk in the ways of the Lord Christmas Dec 1, 2023 The feast of the Holy Family is appropriately placed on the liturgical calendar linking the Incarnation of Jesus to the human family who loved and taught him. Read More
Let’s consider the Holy Family’s journey to Egypt Faith Through Art Dec 1, 2023 Today we will combine Lectio Divina and Visio Divina by starting with Scripture and then turning it into art. Read More
Mother Cabrini: First American citizen to be canonized Living our faith Nov 1, 2023 Maria Frances Cabrini was the youngest of 13 children born in 1850 in a small village. Read More
When we feel like hypocrites and phonies Ask Father Mike Oct 1, 2023 I say that I believe in God, but then I don’t always live the way I should live as a disciple of Jesus. Read More
Why do we pray for the dead? Spiritual Fitness Oct 1, 2023 Have you ever been asked why we, as Catholics, place so much emphasis on praying for the dead? Read More
St. Teresa of Ávila Saint of the Month Oct 1, 2023 Teresa was ultimately guided by her literal burning love for God, and she paved her own way. Read More
New sanctuary blessed for Santa Barbara, Austin Faith in Central Texas Sep 1, 2023 Bishop Joe Vásquez blessed the new sanctuary of Santa Barbara Parish in Austin on June 17. Read More
Catholics came to the Diocese of Austin more than 200 years before its founding Our Faith Through the Years Jul 1, 2023 As early as 1730, Catholic worship was present in what became the Diocese of Austin more than 200 years later. Read More
The Road to Emmaus Faith Through Art Jul 1, 2023 Art plays an integral role in the architecture at Emmaus Catholic Church and reminds us that art and architecture enhances worship in sacred spaces. Read More
Longtime Caregiver Moves on to Take Care of Herself Living our faith Jun 1, 2023 Mary House Catholic Worker of Austin founder Lynn Goodman-Strauss retires after 32 years of service. Read More
Sacred Heart in Waco Welcomes Pilgrims Faith in Central Texas Jun 1, 2023 Sacred Heart Parish in Waco is one of the five designated pilgrimage sites in the Diocese of Austin. Read More
Spiritual Direction: Helping Others Discern God’s Voice Living our faith Jun 1, 2023 Spiritual direction helps us develop a closer relationship with God and better discern his movements in our lives. Read More
Evangelization: The Most Misunderstood Word in the Church Today Living our faith Jun 1, 2023 The first step to evangelizing others is to allow ourselves to be evangelized. Read More
We can Help Plant the Seeds for Future Vocations Living our faith Jun 1, 2023 There are three things you can do to help encourage vocations: pray, join, and observe and encourage. Read More
St. Boniface Knew Early on He Wanted to be a Missionary Living our faith Jun 1, 2023 St. Boniface knew he wanted to be a missionary when he was only five years old. Read More
St. John of Ávila Saint of the Month May 1, 2023 The saint behind saints, John of Ávila is the little-known influence behind Spanish mystics such as Teresa of Ávila. Read More