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33 days of preparation prayer for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary begins on February 20th. In Fatima, Our Lady said, "My Immaculate Heart will be your refuge and the way that will lead you to God." Please join thousands of Faithful throughout our Diocese for 33 days of preparation prayer for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary. Prayers begin on February 20th and are done privately in our homes using the consecration preparation book. Please visit www.TexasToJesusThroughMary.org by January 18th to receive your FREE Montfort preparation prayer book by mail and for more information.

This course organizes the church’s 2000-year story in identifiable periods, describes the Christian faith as “handed on” through the centuries, and discovers how the people of God have endeavored to live out the Gospel. (16 hours) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level III Catechist/DRE, Part 2 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice | This will be a virtual event.

Young professionals are invited to Adoration on Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Marian Shrine of Our Lady Schoenstatt in Austin. This holy hour will include guided meditations and songs. A potluck dinner will follow, please bring something to share. Detaisl: www.facebook.com/SchoenstattAustin.

 Virtual Information Sessions for Group Leaders and Chaperones | We are so looking forward to gathering as a diocesan Church in a few weeks at DCYC! We ask that all group leaders and adult chaperones attend a pre-event online orientation session. Link

Join Sr. Maria Jose for a great meal and discussion on Wednesday, January 19th at 7 pm at the University Catholic Center, in the St. Luke Room. We will be praying Vespers (Evening Prayer) together and enjoying a wonderful meal. If you have a breviary, bring it along! If you don’t have one, don’t worry, you can use the free iBreviary app. We will be going over Sr. Clare’s book, Discerning Religious Life. Ages 18-35 are welcome! We will be meeting the third Wednesday of each month for a dinner, and every Wednesday in between to chat about Discerning Religious Life. Please join us for as many meetings as you can make! We look forward to seeing you there!

Join Franciscan Father Albert Haase as he gives a day retreat on the Lord's Prayer at St. John Vianney in Round Rock. As early as the second century, The Lord's Prayer was referred to as a "Summary of the Entire Gospel." It was viewed not simply as a prayer method, but also a statement that incorporated all the teachings of Jesus. The retreat is from 9:00 am to 2:00pm. Cost is $40 per person which includes lunch.

Join other men from the Austin-area for dinner, evening prayer, and a discussion on the journey of discerning your vocation.

Texas Catholic Pro-Life Day praying for an End to Abortion and a Restoration of the Dignity of Human Life. On Jan. 22, Catholics are invited to celebrate the gift of life. Bishop Joe Vásquez will celebrate a bilingual Mass at 10 a.m. at San José Parish in Austin (the rosary will be prayed at 9:20 a.m.). Father James Misko, vicar general of the Diocese of Austin, will celebrate Mass at 10 a.m. at the University Catholic Center in Austin (the rosary will be prayed at 9:20 a.m.). The Texas Rally for Life March will begin later that day at 1 p.m. Participants will meet at 14th Street and San Jacinto in downtown Austin and proceed to the south steps of the State Capitol for the rally. For more information about these events, contact Luisa de Poo at (512) 949-2487 or luisa-depoo@austindiocese.org.

Holy Trinity Parish in Corn Hill will host a Barbecue Pork meal with all the trimmings Jan. 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meal will be served in the Parish Activity Center. Adults are $12 each; children's plates are $6 each. Adult to-go plates will be available in the drive-through from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Holy Trinity Cemetery Fund.

 Virtual Information Sessions for Group Leaders and Chaperones | We are so looking forward to gathering as a diocesan Church in a few weeks at DCYC! We ask that all group leaders and adult chaperones attend a pre-event online orientation session.

This course organizes the church’s 2000-year story in identifiable periods, describes the Christian faith as “handed on” through the centuries, and discovers how the people of God have endeavored to live out the Gospel. (16 hours) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level III Catechist/DRE, Part 2 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice | This will be a virtual event.

 Virtual Information Sessions for Group Leaders and Chaperones | We are so looking forward to gathering as a diocesan Church in a few weeks at DCYC! We ask that all group leaders and adult chaperones attend a pre-event online orientation session.

Jan. 28-30 HURDLES OF THE SOUL: Challenges along the Spiritual Journey In this workshop, through lectures and DVD presentations, Fr. Albert Haase, OFM will address six hurdles that must be negotiated on the spiritual journey. Topics include dying to self, discernment, suffering, darkness, temptations (DVD), and inner healing. Time will be allowed for questions, optional discussion and mass on Sunday. The cost is $270 for a private room, $230 for a share room and $130 for commuters.

The 19th annual Benefit Banquet Fundraiser for Our Lady of the Angels Maternity Shelter in Temple will be held Jan. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Mayborn Civic and Convention Center in Temple. For ticket information, visit www.ladyoftheangels.org or call (254) 742-2340. Friday, January 28, 2022 7pm-9pm Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center 3303 N. 3rd Street Temple TX 76501 Doors open at 6pm For ticket information, visit www.ladyoftheangels.org, or call (254)742-2340.

¡Conoce la belleza de la Eucaristía! El último viernes del mes comenzando a las 7:30 PM Rosario y 8 PM Misa Inter-parroquial. Jóvenes adultos comparten el Pan de Vida con alegría en parroquial local. (Live) por la página de Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/pjhaustin . Comunícate con Yazmin Mani, yazmin-mani@austindiocese.org office o 512-949-2466

These are adult formation classes open to all those in ministry and anyone with the desire to learn more about the faith. This five session program offers a general introduction to the theological principles found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Topics include Introduction to Scripture, Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality and Prayer/Spirituality. (30 hour course). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

La exhortación de Papa Francisco del año 2013, la Alegría del Evangelio y que dirige a toda la iglesia dice: "que en nuestros días resuene el mandamiento de Jesús de ‘ir y hacer discípulos’ en los escenarios y los desafíos siempre nuevos de la misión evangelizadora de la Iglesia, y a la que todos somos llamados a esta nueva salida misionera. (Evangelii Gaudium 20) Con el fin de profundizar la comunión de la iglesia local con el Señor Jesús, incitar su impulso misionero y apoyar al Ministerio de Catequesis, la oficina diocesana de Evangelización y Catequesis continuará su práctica de ofrecer cursos.

National Catholic Schools Week (CSW) is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States.

This course examines key documents presenting the major themes about how the Church is understood, both theologically and in human experience. (16 hours) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level III Catechist/DRE, Part 2 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice | This will be a virtual event.

February 4-6, 2022 “GOD IS THE PRINCIPAL AGENT” Perspectives on Spiritual Direction from St. John of the Cross This weekend workshop is offered as a support for our continuing education and formation as spiritual directors. Many are the resources we have such education and formation, the mystical tradition among them. This workshop will focus on one of the most outstanding representatives within that tradition, St. John of the Cross. The perspectives and practical wisdom he offers for the ministry of spiritual direction have endured over the more than four hundred years since his death. Brother Joel Giallanza, C.S.C. is a member of the Congregation of Holy Cross, currently living in Austin. He has served the Diocese of Austin as Vicar for Religious and was a founding member, and Director, of the Institute for Spiritual Direction. In addition to serving as a spiritual director, he has traveled extensively offering a variety of retreats and workshops. The cost for this weekend workshop is $270 for a private room, $230 for a shared room and $130 for commuters. The price includes meals and linens.

The mission of the Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference (DCYC) is to provide an opportunity for youth to encounter Christ through liturgy, sacraments and engaging presentations which reflect the diverse needs of the youth of the Austin diocese. In 2022, we are excited to celebrate 64 years of faith and vitality that our young people bring to the Diocese of Austin. We hope that you can join us for this exciting opportunity! For more information, please contact Tressi Breecher at 512-949-2464.

On the first Saturday of each month, Father Kevin Rai will lead Marian Mornings from 8:45 to 11 a.m. at St. John Neumann Parish in Austin. The mini-retreat will begin with Mass end with Holy Hour at 11 a.m. with prayer and a short break in between. Each Saturday's content will focus on a different aspect of Marian spirituality. Details: sjnaustin.org.

Nos reunimos mensualmente. Si trabajas con Latino Middle School, High School o Young Adults, (Latinos de Secundaria, Preparatoria o Jóvenes Adultos) estas reuniones son para ti. Nuestra junta es una gran oportunidad para conectarse con individuos como usted, crecer en fe y aprender acerca de recursos disponibles. Se uno de los primeros en aprender lo que está pasando en nuestra diócesis, región, nación y mundo, con respecto a la juventud y jóvenes adultos latinos. Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con Yazmin Mani el 512-949-2466

This course examines key documents presenting the major themes about how the Church is understood, both theologically and in human experience. (16 hours) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level III Catechist/DRE, Part 2 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice | This will be a virtual event.

Noche Social Virtual -- Conéctate por tu teléfono o computadora y pasa tiempo entre amigos. (Live) por la página de Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/pjhaustin. Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con Yazmin Mani el 512-949-2466. Un o unos jóvenes nos comparte “Vivencias de una Semana Santa y Pascua Virtual – Memorias de Pandemia”. ¡Conéctate y Apoya! Young Adults are invited to "Noche de Tema Virtual" at 8 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month via their phone, computer or tablet. The talk will be in Spanish. Join us as we share our Catholic faith with friends. The event will be livestreamed on Facebook at this link.

St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Austin will host Alpha, an evening to explore life, faith and meaning, Feb. 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. on the parish grounds. Each session includes time to connect with others (over a free meal), hear a short talk on an element of the Christian faith, and then a chance for each person to share their own questions with the group. For more information, contact Debbie Esling at debbielesling@gmail.com or (972) 816-4017. Details: https://stcatherine-austin.org/alpha.

"Unbound: Freedom in Christ Conference" will be offered Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. Albert the Great Parish in Austin. Unbound is a simple, gentle and powerful prayer ministry where you will learn how to claim the freedom that Jesus Christ promised. The cost is $40 per person. Details: satg.retreats@gmail.com or (512) 837-7825.

Our Lady of Wisdom University Parish in San Marcos will host Aspire to Love 2022 Feb. 12 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Embassy Suites in San Marcos. The event will feature Edward Sri, a theologian and author; Andrew Swafford, a theologian, author and contributor to the Great Adventure Bible and Ascension Press Bible Studies; and Sarah Swafford, an author and founder of Emotional Virtue Ministries. For more information and to register visit txstatecatholic.org/aspire or call (512) 392-5925.

This course examines key documents presenting the major themes about how the Church is understood, both theologically and in human experience. (16 hours) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level III Catechist/DRE, Part 2 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice | This will be a virtual event.

The Francis Network is open to lay leadership in Catholic parishes and organizations in the Diocese of Austin, as well as priests, pastors, deacons and religious in the Diocese of Austin. For more information, contact Elizabeth Lagoe at 512-949-2468 or sign up at the link below to be placed on the mailing list.

Join Sr. Maria Jose for a great meal and discussion on Wednesday, February 16th at 7 pm at the University Catholic Center, in the St. Luke Room. We will be praying Vespers (Evening Prayer) together and enjoying a wonderful meal. If you have a breviary, bring it along! If you don’t have one, don’t worry, you can use the free iBreviary app. We will be going over Sr. Clare’s book, Discerning Religious Life. Ages 18-35 are welcome! We will be meeting the third Wednesday of each month for a dinner, and every Wednesday in between to chat about Discerning Religious Life. Please join us for as many meetings as you can make! We look forward to seeing you there!

Join other men from the Austin-area for dinner, evening prayer, and a discussion on the journey of discerning your vocation.

Making a quilt is often experienced as a practical skill that keeps us warm on cool winter nights, to snuggle a little one, or keep a cancer patient warm through treatment, and indeed it is. Making a quilt is a creative experience and can help us grow in our relationship with God. In this retreat, led by Terri Lucas, there will be two options for quilt making: one piecing a simple quilt, one machine quilting. Mixed in with the quilting will be times for prayer, quiet reflection and holy mass. Teri is a wife, author on quilting and is a member of St. Helen’s parish in Georgetown. Through quilting she’s learned to stitch with Reckless Abandon and deepen her prayer life. Teri will send a supplies list to those who sign up and bring supplies with her. The costs is $270 for a private room, $230 for a shared room and $130 for commuters. If one wishes, quilts made during the retreat can be donated to the Annunciation Home in Georgetown. You can see more of Teri’s work on: A Quilters Heart (terilucasquilts.wordpress.com) is Teri’s faith blog and TerifiCreations terificreations.com. The costs is $270 for a private room, $230 for a shared room and $130 for commuters.

Join Holy Trinity Catholic High School for its 25th anniversary Gala and fundraising event on Feb. 19 at the Cultural Activities Center in Temple. More information is available at www.holytrinitychs.org/celtic-gala.

10th Annual Catholic Men's Conference - "I Will Make You Fishers of Men" in Austin, Texas on Saturday, February 19, 2021 at San Jose Parish from 7:30a-4:30p. Morning Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Joe S. Vásquez. Three amazing speakers that will move and inspire you to reach new levels in your faith; Chris Stefanick - President and Founder, Real Life Catholic, Dr. Ansel Augustine - New Orleans Area Director, Vagabond Missions, and Kevin Cotter, Author and Executive Director, The Vine Foundation. Register for this one-day event in-person or virtual at https://bit.ly/3jmg5A0. www.centexcatholic.com

Eagle’s Wings Retreat Center (EWRC) will host a one-day Confirmation retreat facilitated by the STRONG Retreat Team from the University Catholic Center. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed throughout the retreat. Cost of registration is $50 per person and teens must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is limited to 40 people and may be found at ewrc.org. This retreat is designed for smaller parishes or those individuals who may be unable to attend their parish Confirmation retreat. This unique retreat experience is geared towards students preparing for the sacrament of confirmation. Parents are asked to attend this one-day event with the student. Join STRONG (Students from the UT Catholic Center) for an invigorating, stimulating day of faith, fun, and fellowship! For more information, please contact Eagle's Wings Retreat Center at 512-715-0017.

These are adult formation classes open to all those in ministry and anyone with the desire to learn more about the faith. This five session program offers a general introduction to the theological principles found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Topics include Introduction to Scripture, Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality and Prayer/Spirituality. (30 hour course). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

La exhortación de Papa Francisco del año 2013, la Alegría del Evangelio y que dirige a toda la iglesia dice: "que en nuestros días resuene el mandamiento de Jesús de ‘ir y hacer discípulos’ en los escenarios y los desafíos siempre nuevos de la misión evangelizadora de la Iglesia, y a la que todos somos llamados a esta nueva salida misionera. (Evangelii Gaudium 20) Con el fin de profundizar la comunión de la iglesia local con el Señor Jesús, incitar su impulso misionero y apoyar al Ministerio de Catequesis, la oficina diocesana de Evangelización y Catequesis continuará su práctica de ofrecer cursos.

33 days of preparation prayer for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary begins Feb. 20. In Fatima, Our Lady said, "My Immaculate Heart will be your refuge and the way that will lead you to God." Please join thousands of Faithful throughout our Diocese for 33 days of preparation prayer for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary. Prayers begin on February 20th and are done privately in our homes using the consecration preparation book.

This course examines key documents presenting the major themes about how the Church is understood, both theologically and in human experience. (16 hours) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level III Catechist/DRE, Part 2 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice | This will be a virtual event.

¡Conoce la belleza de la Eucaristía! El último viernes del mes comenzando a las 7:30 PM Rosario y 8 PM Misa Inter-parroquial. Jóvenes adultos comparten el Pan de Vida con alegría en parroquial local. (Live) por la página de Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/pjhaustin . Comunícate con Yazmin Mani, yazmin-mani@austindiocese.org office o 512-949-2466

DRE Orientation is offered by the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis. It is an opportunity for new or nearly new Parish Catechetical Leaders / Directors of Religious Education to equip themselves with the knowledge to fulfill their role at the parish. Discussions include curriculum, certification, policies, record keeping, sacramental preparation and much more. For more information, please contact (512) 949-2461.

Might God be calling you to be a priest? Bishop Vásquez invites you to come and see. Join other single men, ages 15-45, for Project Andrew: a day with Mass, prayer, presentations on the priesthood, and an opportunity to meet many priests of our diocese. Lunch will be provided! There is no cost - just register below.

Motherland Sunday will be celebrated Feb. 27 at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Parish in Austin. Join Catholics from throughout the African Diaspora in celebration of Black History Month. Father Vernon Huguley from the Diocese of Birmingham will be the homilist.

DRE Orientation is offered by the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis. It is an opportunity for new or nearly new Parish Catechetical Leaders / Directors of Religious Education to equip themselves with the knowledge to fulfill their role at the parish. Discussions include curriculum, certification, policies, record keeping, sacramental preparation and much more. For more information, please contact (512) 949-2461.

The Knights of Columbus, Council 3444 will host their Annual Clergy Appreciation Banquet Feb. 28 at the Columbus Club Hall located at 2218 West Avenue D in Temple, TX. The banquet will begin with a social hour at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served at 7 p.m. The KC council 3444 hosts this annual event to show their appreciation for the clergy who work and serve God and His people of the Austin Diocese. Please contact Bruce McAtee by Monday, February 21, 2022 at (254) 721-4223 or send an email to bjmcatee@hot.rr.com if you plan to attend.