How the Diocese Once Became Home to a Miniature Horse Farm
The Poor Clares bred and raised miniature horses with the "Cowboy Nun" leading the program.
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Celebrating and Sharing Our “Diverse-abilities”
The Diocese of Austin is working to eliminate barriers to accessing the full life of the church.
Taylor Celebrates St. Mary’s 2023 Graduating Seniors
“We are all very excited to see this group of students graduate 57 ...
Project Andrew Welcomes Almost 100 Men
Bishop Joe Vásquez welcomed 91 men discerning their vocation.
Sister works with religious communities, women who are discerning
Sister Silvia Tarafa is the new director of the Office of Consecrated and Apostolic Life and is already hard at work serving those who serve the Diocese of Austin.
The Chancery has Seen Many Changes Through the Years
A brief history of changes at the Chancery.
St. Mary Cathedral Sits in the Heart of the Diocese of Austin
St. Mary Cathedral is at the center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities and is accessible to pilgrims wishing to earn a plenary indulgence during the Diocese of Austin’s 75th anniversary.
Historic chapels are hidden gems in the diocese
The Diocese of Austin is full of historic chapels with long histories
Women’s Counterpart to Knights of Columbus Initiates Works of Mercy in Waco
Columbiettes Waco Auxiliary coordinate many projects that serve the community
Bishop Vásquez Dedicates First Church Built with Encountering Christ Gifts
St. Joseph Parish’s new church in Manor is an answer to 25 years of parishioners’ prayers and the result of the generosity and dedication of the entire Diocese of Austin.
St. Thomas Aquinas in College Station welcomes pilgrims
St. Thomas Aquinas in College Station is one of the five parish pilgrimage sites to obtain a plenary indulgence in celebration of the diocese's 75th anniversary
Teens from across the diocese gather for annual conference
The Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference (DCYC) brought more than 1,8...
Parishioner of Holy Cross, Austin is a witness of hope, joy
“I generally live by example by being a ‘living testimony!’”
Bishop dedicates new church in Manor
St. Joseph Parish in Manor rejoiced as Bishop Joe Vásquez dedicated its new church on Jan. 21
Thriving parishes began in homes of Mexican Catholics
Mexican Catholics are the bedrock of Austin's faith community
Endowed fund supports school — now and in the future
St. Joseph Catholic School’s operating expenses are offset each year thanks to interest earned from a 30-year-old trust
Historic Chapels Are Hidden Gems in the Diocese
The Diocese of Austin has four historic chapels. These churches are still maintained.
Our Catholic Roots Had Been Firmly Established Long Before 1947
On Nov. 15, 1947, Peter’s successor, Pope Pius XII signed the papal bull establishing the Diocese of Austin.
May Our Hearts Yearn for Christ’s Return
The season of Advent, which is relatively short, often goes by so quickly because it is a very busy time.
Bishop Ordains Three New Priests
Frs. Samuel Bass, Jakob Hurlimann and Fernando Ricaud were recently ordained.
Santa Barbara Looks Forward to More Worship Space
A new structure with seating for 700 will replace the current church.
Special Report on Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe V. Wade
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned its nearly 50-year-old decision in Roe v. Wade that legalized abortion in this country.
Parish Ministry Offers Hope To Those Grieving the Loss of a Loved One
“Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
The Diocese of Austin Launches 75th Anniversary Celebration
Established in 1947, the Diocese of Austin was the seventh diocese in the state of Texas. Read more about its history, and anniversary celebration plans!
Reaction to Supreme Court decision
The church remains committed to protecting human life from conception until natural death.