Catholic Spirit, May 2020, Volume 38, Number 5

Articles in the May 2020 Catholic Spirit are here.

Catholic Spirit, April 2020, Volume 38, Number 4

• Central Texas Section

  Bishop: May we keep our eyes fixed on the Lord 
  Stay home; we are all in this together
  Uniting ourselves with Christ through spiritual communion
  Central Texans journey into the Catholic Church
  Would you know if your child was experiencing sexual abuse?

• World Section

Family living in Rome shares how they thrive despite lockdown
If you can’t go to confession, take your sorrow directly to God
Lent during a pandemic: More prayer, unexpected penance
The cloistered life offers lessons for those on lockdown
 

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: Anointing of the sick provides grace to face illness
Ethics and Integrity in MInistry: We can, we must still do more to prevent sexual abuse
Easter Sunday: This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad
Reflection: At Easter, even amid confusion, the Lord makes all things new
A Family Reflection: In our homes: Turning our eyes, hearts to the Lord
Faith through Art: Walking to Emmaus with Jesus and the disciples
Catholic Schools: Breaking the chains of poverty through Catholic education

Catholic Spirit, March 2020, Volume 38, Number 3

• Central Texas Section

  Teens experience presence of God throughout DCYC 2020 
  Parents urged to opt-out of new AISD sex-ed program 
  A Lenten invitation to pray at the ‘foot of the cross’ 
  Waco schools merge, form innovative partnership 
  Temple students make pilgrimage to DC to march for life 
  Austin group takes an ‘eye-opening’ trip to the border 
  UT hosts discussion on Central American migration 
  Catholic men challenged to follow, imitate Jesus

• World Section

   Pope Francis supports indigenous people of the Amazon 
  Videos are new component to  ‘Faithful Citizenship’ guide 
  Lenten message: Reconciling oneself to God leads to healing 
  Catholic Scout councils not affected by bankruptcy case 
  Pope recognizes miracle in sainthood cause of young tech whiz

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Bishop reflects on his recent ad limina visit to Rome
  A Lenten Reflection: Silent prayer is a challenge in a noisy digital world
  A Priestly Reflection: Our faith gives us many good things to share with others
  A Family Reflection: Navigating social media with prayer, communication
  Saints for Our Times: A baker turned priest thanks to incredible generosity

Catholic Spirit, February 2020, Volume 38, Number 2

• Central Texas Section

  MLK service encourages people to stand up for others 
  Census 2020 is on its way to homes across the diocese 
  Ministries help individuals, couples heal, regain hope 
  Assistance makes Catholic schools affordable for families 
  Bishop Vásquez meets with pope, Vatican officials during ad limina visit 
  St. Mary, String Prairie celebrates its new, old church

 

• World Section

    Trump tells marchers he welcomes their commitment 
  Catholic leaders oppose governor’s plan concerning refugees 
  Images at southern border ‘wound the soul,’ says Mexican bishop 
  Bryant relied on Catholic faith to see him through tough times 
  God’s word brings light to life’s dark corners, pope says 
  Pope: Remembering Holocaust is ‘a duty’ 
  At gathering, experts discuss creating change, building relationships

• Good News Section

   God’s mercy, forgiveness are offered to us during confession 
  Youth and Young Adults: The challenge of building relationships with younger generation 
  On Scripture: A father’s prayer: ‘Lord, I do believe, help my unbelief’ 
  Social Justice: Rooted in the Gospel of Life, we defend the dignity of every human 
  Vocations: We are all called to encourage vocations to priesthood, religious life 
  Faith Through Art: Peter knew the ‘healing calm’ of the Lord’s forgiveness

 

Catholic Spirit, January 2020, Volume 38, Number 1

• Central Texas Section

Encountering Christ Campaign exceeds $85 million goal 
Catholic Charities luncheon raises more than $700,000
Austin tribunal members attend Roman Rota conference
Abby Johnson: Mother, wife, convert, advocate for life
Young Hutto parish has become a ‘family of families’
 

• World Section

Pope lifts secrecy obligation for those who have been abused
Mom who lost son to suicide seeks to educate, spread hope
Knight brings more than clean water to Guatemalans
 

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Confirmation strengthens us to be disciples of Christ
  On the Liturgy: The liturgical theology of the altar and stone
  On Mission: Five generations celebrate faith at St. Mary in Pin Oak
  Pro-Life Activities: Working to build a culture of life, civilization of love
  Saints for Our Times: St. Basil focused on community, prayer and work
   

Catholic Spirit, December 2019, Volume 37, Number 11

• Central Texas Section

  Matachines groups honor Our Lady through dance
  Catholic school choirs raise their voices as one
  Food pantry feeds bodies and souls in South Austin
  Austin man finds many blessings at food pantry
  Pastoral Juvenil seeks to lead young adults to discipleship
  Bishop blesses new burial site for parish priests
  Laity plays vital role at St. Mary Parish in San Saba

• World Section

  U.S. bishops examine challenges faced by church, society
  Having a friend who is poor will help you get to heaven, pope says
  Priest who once dreamed of majors now an MLB chaplain

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Our journey of faith begins with the sacrament of baptism
  In the Liturgy: Best practices for avoiding flu in the pews
  Advent: A season to look, listen, let go and savor
  Social Justice: May we be instruments of peace, justice and mercy
  Saints for Our Times: St. Thorlak sought more discipline in 12th century Iceland
  Faith Through Art: The Immaculate Conception: Where divinity and humanity meet

Catholic Spirit, November 2019, Volume 37, Number 10

• Central Texas Section

  Honor Flight is unforgettable experience for local veterans
  Filipino priest serves Waco parish with faith and joy
  St. Joseph in Killeen undergoing ‘seismic change’
  St. Joseph School in Bryan celebrates 125th anniversary
  Small school has big effect on church, world
  Brazos Valley Catholics promote mental wellness
   

• World Section

  Synod: New ministries can serve evangelization in Amazon
  From city sidewalks to Amazon, the wonders of creation abound
  Pope: Church faces conflicts with help of Holy Spirit
  Report: Persecution of Christians worse in Asia
  Father, daughter make cross-country pilgrimage for life
   

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: God’s life is poured out to us in the sacraments
  Vocations Awareness: Praying for, encouraging vocations to the priesthood
  On Scripture: May our gratitude be as great as our bountiful blessings
  Catholic Schools: Classical education teaches truth, beauty, goodness
  Social Justice: We build a culture of life as we affirm justice, solidarity
  Faith Through Art: The Eucharist: The ultimate act of giving thanks

 

Catholic Spirit, October 2019, Volume 37, Number 9

• Central Texas Section

  Austin donors listen for, answer the call to mission
  Conference calls parishioners to ‘love more, separate less’
  Annual appeal kicks off the first weekend of November
  Women’s conference focuses on loving, healing one’s self
  Domestic violence: Answering the call of those crying for help
  Podcast imparts Catholic wisdom byte by byte
   

• World Section

  Amazon inhabitants hope synod will address lack of priests
  Integral ecology: Challenging people to broaden their focus
  Help unmask fake, destructive news, pope tells journalists
  Parish keeps ‘unshakable’ faith after Imelda hits Texas
  Bishops bring hope as they visit migrants just across border
  Discovery of fetal remains shows abortion’s ‘inhumanity’ 
  Abortion rates have dropped, but other concerns arise
   

• Good News

  Bishop's Interview: May our hearts be open to Christ in the Eucharist
  Saints for Our Times: Blessed Contardo Ferrini: a scholarly, holy lawyer
  Faith through Art: Lead all souls to Heaven, especially those most in need 
  A Reflection for Families: A full life isn’t necessarily a busy one

Catholic Spirit, September 2019, Volume 37, Number 8

• Central Texas Section

  Westphalia: Hope remains despite devastating fire
  Sons, daughters of Westphalia embrace faith, family
  Faith is no trick up this young magician’s sleeve
  Catholic schools start year with ‘Hearts on Fire’
  Catholic Charities celebrates 20 years of helping Central Texans
  After many classes, 14 earn their diocesan certification
  Musician shares talents with parishes, diocese
  Volunteers needed to spend time with patients near death

• World Section

El Paso priest comforts shooting victims, grieving kin
Migrant children will suffer under new detention rule, bishop says
The Real Presence: What Catholics believe, how church responds
New director looks to build Pax Christi’s grassroots network
Pope, bishops urge action to save burning Amazon rainforest
 

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: May we share our prayers, generosity with Westphalia
Saints for Our Times: St. Fiacre became well-known for his gardening skills, hospitality
Social Justice: The guiding pillars that help CCCTX combat poverty
Faith Through Art: May grace allow us to create, see beauty

 

Catholic Spirit, July/August 2019, Volume 37, Number 7

• Central Texas Section

RGV respite center welcomes asylum seekers
Be cautious: Scammers are now impersonating priests
Seamstress sews stoles with thick thread of patience
Austin doctor takes a natural approach to women’s health
Volunteers make Catholic Build a community affair

• World Section

Bishops’ actions at spring meeting called a ‘work in progress’     
Pope gives relics of St. Peter to Orthodox patriarch     
Pope: Receive Communion every time as if it were the first time
Bishops decry policies they say led to deaths at border
Migrants are people, not just a social issue, pope says at Mass

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: Recommitting ourselves to the call to protect
Social Justice: Welcoming our neighbors with genuine respect, hospitality
Saints for Our Times: St. Vladimir the Great, also known as Russia’s ‘Fair Sun’ 
On Scripture: Pharaoh’s daughter: A pro-life hero
Faith Through Art: Reflections on the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin 
 

Catholic Spirit, June 2019, Volume 37, Number 6

• Central Texas Section

ACTS retreats aim to build stronger parish communities
Hispanic young adults invited to be missionary disciples
Conference celebrates the diverse abilities of the faithful
High school teens celebrate their faith at Godstock
Holy Cross partners with San Juan Diego Catholic High School

• World Section

Pope issues new norms on mandatory abuse reporting
US church leaders ready to implement new norm
Students learn the danger of nuclear weaponry
True charity means focusing on Jesus and the poor, pope says
All children deserve a home, pope says, encouraging adoption

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Honoring our fathers, both physical and spiritual
  A Personal Reflection: We are connected to, united with, reconciled by the Eucharist
  Saints for Our Times: The stories of two ‘Margarets’ on the path to sainthood
  Social Justice: Advocating for justice based on our faith, not on labels or politics
  Faith Through Art: Beautiful art helps us to enter sacred space

Catholic Spirit, May 2019, Volume 37, Number 5

• Central Texas Section

  Dominican sisters build new convent in Georgetown
  Henry Finch will be ordained a priest on June 8
  Temple shelter offers help, hope for young mothers
  Parish initiative focuses on fostering, adoption

 

• World Section

  On Easter Sunday, pope prays for peace, end to violence
  Pope: We need the gifts, enthusiasm of young people
  Memorial service marks 20th anniversary of Columbine

 

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Racism has no place in the Christian heart
  Saints for Our Times: Mexican mystic was also a single mother of nine
  The Endurance of Faith: May we learn from the rich history of our church
  Faith through Art: Like St. Paul, we are called to continuous conversion

 

Catholic Spirit, April 2019, Volume 37, Number 4

• Central Texas Section

Conference takes youth ‘to the heights’ of our faith
From ‘Ashes to Easter’ and then to the children of Haiti
New deacons come from a variety of backgrounds
Workshop brings musicians together in rhythm, unity 

• World Section

Mary assists those seeking their vocation, pope says
Cardinal DiNardo continues recovery
‘Unplanned’ film is story of ‘hope, forgiveness and love’ 
Pope: Lent is a season of grace, don’t let it pass in vain

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: May these final weeks of Lent bring true conversion 
  EIM: The light of Christ must be transmitted with transparency 
  On Scripture: We are the Body of Christ, God’s beautiful mosaic 
  Social Justice: May we grow in faith as we serve those in need 
  A Deacon's Wife: Married couple lives out the call to love through prayer, action 
  Saints for Our Times: St. Gerald sought reform after cure from long illness 
  Faith through Art: Pray the rosary with this piece of sacred, sorrowful art 

   

Catholic Spirit, March 2019, Volume 37, Number 3

• Central Texas Section

Bishop encourages all to be light on the darkness of abortion
Permanent deacon candidates look forward to ordination 
Capital campaign kicks off in 29 parishes across the diocese 
De Poo focuses on life through the lens of the family 
TCCB teacher of the year models service, acceptance 
Program helps families realize dream of Catholic education 

• World Section

Summit emphasizes global abuse crisis, need to put victims first
Measures to protect are imminent, moderator says
McCarrick, found guilty, removed from the priesthood
Child sex abuse called ‘a serious and pervasive’ issue in US society
Changing abortion laws should prompt pro-life action, archbishop says  

 

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: The diocese has grown in numbers and in faith since 2010
Ethics and Integrity in Ministry: Lenten reparation: A time of listening and prayer
On the Peripheries: Deacons share the love of Christ from the altar, beyond
Saints for Our Times: St. Teresa Verzeri sought the glory of God, the good of souls
Social Justice: May we defend the sanctity of life at all stages
Faith through Art:  May we allow the Gospel to be ‘leaven’ for our souls
Voices: When the Holy Spirit intercedes, the crazy recedes

 

Catholic Spirit, February 2019, Volume 37, Number 2

• Central Texas Section

  Bishop Garcia is installed as bishop of Monterey, California
  Father James Misko is new vicar general
  The list of those with a credible allegation of sexual abuse of a minor
  MLK event encourages all to be ‘drum majors for justice’
  Hospice chaplain seeks to help dying patients, their families

• World Section

  Be ‘influencers’ for God, pope urges at World Youth Day
  Pope wants abuse summit to lead to clarity, action
  Reunited birth mother, daughter march for life together
  Crowd marches for different reasons but same message: Defend life
  Lord’s Prayer is reaching out for father’s loving embrace, pope says
  Priest says Christian churches have grown closer in 50 years of dialogue

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: An invitation to represent our beliefs at the state capitol
  Deacon formation leads couples in a new direction
  Saints for Our Times: St. Claude, a Jesuit, was devoted to the Sacred Heart
  On Mission: Our oldest mission sits on the eastern edge of diocese
  Faith Through Art: Let us not take for granted our gift of imagination

 

Catholic Spirit, January 2019, Volume 37, Number 1

• Central Texas Section

  Pope says thirst for power leads to abuse, conflict
  Encountering Christ campaign helps our rural parishes
  Priest celebrates God’s power often in midst of tragedy
  Cedarbrake offers ‘School for Contemplative Living’
  Gold Mass at Texas A&M honors faith and science
  Preparations have begun for state legislative session

• World Section

  Scholars expect bishops’ retreat will lead to spiritual renewal
  Death penalty is fruit of laws lacking humanity, mercy, pope says
  Many mourn death of Guatemalan girl near border

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Many blessings to Bishop Daniel Garcia
  Men: Now is the time to consider the permanent diaconate
  Saints for Our Times: 17th century swordsman eventually becomes a saint
  Social Justice: Opening our hearts to Christ in our midst
  A Personal Reflection: Come, Holy Spirit and renew our hearts and our church
  Faith Through Art: Icon of Our Lady of the Sign is complex, very symbolic

Catholic Spirit, December 2018, Volume 36, Number 11

• Central Texas Section

  Bishop Garcia appointed bishop of Monterey, California
  Bishop Vásquez reflects on lawsuit filed at end of November
  Bishops initiate frank discussion on abuse crisis
  Deacon serves retired priests with love, gratitude 
  Mass celebrates families formed through adoption 
  Texas A&M graduate experiences youth synod firsthand 
  Cedarbrake will offer its first Biblical Institute Jan. 4-6 
  February conference seeks to sharpen men’s faith 
  New program is designed to guide priests in early years 

• World Section
  Psychologist addresses bishops on helping abuse victims 
  Bishops’ meeting has echoes, and differences, from 2002 gathering 
  Pope names organizing committee for abuse conference in February 
  Bishops face angry questions over mishandling of abuse 
  Pope prepares to visit Panama for World Youth Day

• Good News Section
  Bishop's Interview: This Advent may we mindfully prepare our hearts for Jesus
  Advent Reflections: Scripture readings help us to ‘prepare the way’ for Jesus
  The Role of a Deacon: Deacon duties trace back to the Upper Room
  Saints for Our Times: St. John: the evangelist, the apostle, the beloved disciple
  Social Justice: How a ‘church on the move’ functions
  Faith Through Art: Meditating on St. Anthony in Prayer by Juan de Nalda 

 

Catholic Spirit, November 2018, Volume 36, Number 10

• Central Texas Section

Bishop Vásquez inaugerates a Year of Reparation

Catholic Services Appeal puts love into action

Aggie entering religious life gifts his ring to Oblate priest

Catholic Charities activates disaster team to help flood victims

Downtown Austin procession to honor Our Lady on Dec. 1

Encuentro process helps heal wounds, unite cultures

Catholic Charities recaps a year of faithful service

Austin Habitat makes home ownership a reality

• World Section

Synod groups tackle difficult issues from all over the world

Final synod document to focus on all young adults

Abuse crisis discussed at synod, will top bishops’ agenda

Justice Department opens investigation into Pennsylvania abuse

Bishops, sisters discuss declining numbers of US women religious

Saints risk all for love of Jesus, pope says at canonization Mass

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: May we do all within our power to fight the evil of sexual abuse

Social Justice: May we support the sacrifices made by our military families

Saints for Our Times: St. Joseph Pignatelli helped restore the Jesuits in the 18th century

Faith through Art: Fresco reminds us of the daily battle for eternal life

 

Catholic Spirit, October 2018, Volume 36, Number 9

• Central Texas Section

  US bishops take action to address abuse crisis
  Healing, forgiveness sought with Mass, novena Oct. 9-17
  Franciscan priest is on a mission at Cedarbrake
  Austin couple makes it their mission to mission
  All parishes, schools will participate in #iGiveCatholic 
  Generations of women gather for third annual conference
  HopeAustin seeks to end hunger one child at a time

 

• World Section

  Synod to showcase young Catholics’ needs, gifts
  God is patient, even with failures, pope tells young Lithuanians
  Pope revises catechism to say death penalty is ‘inadmissible’
  Priest, a victim of abuse, wants to see change in the church
  Today is ‘hour of the laity,’ archbishop tells Encuentro delegates
  Pope discusses sex abuse, corruption of cover-up, China pact

 

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Learn to read the signs of human trafficking
  Social Justice: Practicing faithful citizenship as mid-term elections ensue
  EIM Annual Report: Policies are updated, education on abuse continues
  Missions: College Station family shares their story of mission
  Saints for Our Times: St. John XXIII was first pope to be named ‘Man of the Year’
  Faith Through Art: Pondering an icon of ‘She who shows the way’

   

Catholic Spirit, September 2018, Volume 36, Number 8

Bishop's Interview: Working together to end sexual abuse

• Central Texas Section

  Honoring the life of a good, faithful servant
  Catholic schools begin the new year with tradition, progress 
  Future deacons are a few steps closer to ordination
  Lakeway parish honors those ‘Aged to Perfection’
  Deacon brings kindness, gentleness into Gatesville prisons
  CCCTX team reflects on their experience in RG Valley

• World Section

  Pope: Abuse victims’ outcry more powerful than efforts to silence them
  Report details abuse, culture of secrecy that fanned it
  Pope begins Mass in Dublin with penitential plea
  Psychologist, abuse survivor, offers advice for families
  In Pennsylvania, survivors speak out as church leaders listen
  USCCB president seeks papal audience to answer his many questions
  Text of ‘Statement of Episcopal Commitment’ from U.S. bishops’ charter

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: Working together to end sexual abuse
  Running on Faith: ‘Do you also want to leave?’
  Saints for Our Times: Padre Pio: A 20th century ‘living’ saint
  Social Justice: Only love will bring justice, harmony, restore dignity
  Faith Through Art: A reflection on ‘The Pelican in Her Piety’

Catholic Spirit, July-August 2018, Volume 36, Number 7

• Central Texas Section

  Bishops urge Catholics to reach out to immigrants
  You are a priest forever, in the line of Melchizedek
  Mental illness: Helping patients, families who struggle 
  Deacon has worked tirelessly to help at-risk youth
  Vietnamese priests celebrate big anniversaries
  Father Don Loftin retires to a different life of ministry
  St. Catherine of Siena opens new preschool this fall

• World Section

  Charities’ CEO visits border, hears immigrants’ stories

  A good Christian shares the Gospel, pope says
  Pope nominates leaders for upcoming Synod of Bishops

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: Capital campaign will strengthen our vibrant diocese
Saints for Our Times: Tradition gives us the story of Mary’s mother and father
On Mission: St. Mary Mission is a jewel atop Hostyn Hill
Social Justice: Continually expanding our reach to the peripheries
On Scripture: May we share our gifts with courage, above all  faith
Faith Through Art: Creativity helps us delve into mysteries of our faith
 

Catholic Spirit, June 2018, Volume 36, Number 6

• Central Texas Section

  Three priests will be ordained on June 23
  Remembering those who have died
  Official appointments
  WWME: Making strong marriages stronger
  Deacon sees his ministry as gift of empathy, compassion
  East Austin parish finds unity in diversity
  Program seeks to help young people put faith in action
  Women encouraged to embrace the joy of parish life

• World Section

  Archdiocese offers healing, support for Santa Fe
  Confirmation gives us strength to be led by God, pope says
  US Catholics donate nearly $59 million to relief efforts
  Church is cautiously optimistic about DACA bills in Congress
  Kansas City archbishop addresses Prayer Breakfast
  Pray for families, receive an indulgence, Vatican says
  Mission trips strengthen faith, desire to serve in young adults
  Pope will create 14 new cardinals in June
  Pope to canonize Paul VI, Oscar Romero in Rome Oct. 14

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: Latest exhortation is a call to holiness in today’s world
Social Justice: Mental Health: Upholding the dignity of the whole person
Young adults: Let us undertake the mission to welcome young adults
Saints for Our Times: St. Ladislaus sought the good of the people of Hungary
Faith through Art: Finding art in the beauty of our Christian faith

 

Catholic Spirit, May 2018, Volume 36, Number 5

• Central Texas Section

  Pope offers practical advice in latest exhortation
  St. Austin’s School celebrates 100th anniversary
  Harker Heights symposium on NFP, chastity is May 19
  Catholic radio station director walks by faith 
  Young adults invited to TEC retreat June 22-24
  Dripping Springs pastor focuses on growth, healing

• World Section

Pope adds Marian feast to universal church calendar
Conference examines how pope charts church’s path
800 Encuentro delegates urged to put faith into action
Pope asks newly ordained priests to be merciful

• Good News Section

Bishop's Interview: Permanent deacons: Ministers of word, liturgy, charity
A Personal Reflection: Fact: The Truth does set us free
Social Justice: Let us rejoice, be glad: We are holy people
Faith Through Art: Icons of Mary reflect different aspects of her holiness

St. Richard Pampuri served Christ via his hospital patients

Catholic Spirit, April 2018, Volume 36, Number 4

• Central Texas Section

        Bishop thanks priests, blesses oils at Chrism Mass
        Knights of Columbus is now recruiting members online
        Spreading message of Divine Mercy in Taylor, beyond
        Program offers hope for those seeking citizenship
        Brother’s art reflects the work of the ‘Ultimate Artist’
        Catholic men gather to celebrate their faith
        Pro-life Aggies award scholarships to parenting students
        Vatican holds marriage workshop in Austin  

 

• World Section

       Youth ask church to listen during pre-synod meeting
       ‘Cry out,’ pope tells young people at Palm Sunday Mass
        Present in the Eucharist, Jesus transforms us, pope says
        Interpreter for deaf sees God’s hand at work in her ministry
        First auxiliary bishop ordained for Brownsville Diocese
        Indiana Catholic still enjoys going to Mass at 109

       

• Good News Section

      Bishop's Interview:  Encuentro process: A renewal for the whole church    
         Ethics and Integrity in Ministry: Lessons learned: A time for the church to lead 
         Saints for Our Times: St. Maria Crescentia goes from poor girl to saint
         Social Justice: Remembering our past to create a better future
          Faith through Art: Easter reflections on Angelico’s ‘Noli me tangere’

Catholic Spirit, March 2018, Volume 36, Number 3

• Central Texas Section

        Masses, rally celebrate dignity of human life
        Obituaries: Father Becker, Father Weerakkody, Father Wade Russell, Brother
          Patrick Sopher, CSC
        Reicher students march for life in Washington
        Capital campaign will fund needs throughout diocese 
        Mission work leads to encounter for students
        Judy Knotts honored for ‘servant leadership’

• World Section

       Lent is time to be aware of false prophets, cold hearts
       ‘Lean on each other,’ advises couple married 75 years
       Pope reassures foster kids that they are loved
       Pope says Paul VI will be declared a saint this year

• Good News Section

        Bishop's Interview: Calling for immigration reform in our country     
        On Scripture: Servant leaders speak up with courage, conviction
       Saints for Our Times: St. Guy went from riches to rags to follow the call
        Social Justice: CCCTX works to build community for veterans
        On Prayer: Building a prayer life takes a little practice
        Faith through Art: St. Paul and the Risen Christ on Damascus Road

Catholic Spirit, February 2018, Volume 36, Number 2

• Central Texas Section

          Build relationships to drive out racism, Bishop Guillory says
           Obituaries: Fr. Leddy, Deacon Consentino and Patricia O'Connor
           Lockhart choir director trusts God’s plan
          Students recognized for service to the homeless
          Aquarium helps instill virtues at St. Louis in Austin
          Local SVdP conference receives national grant

• World Section

   Young adults gather for fellowship, share faith
   President to March for Life: Every life is precious
   Pope tackles tough issues in Chile and Peru
   ‘Dreamer’ in Indiana faces family breakup if DACA expires
   Laughter defeats temptation of self-importance, pope tells religious
   In Holy Land, US bishops say building walls does no good
   In-flight nuptials: Pope didn’t glide over church requirements

• Good News Section

        Bishop's Interview: Lent: A grace-filled time of conversion, renewal 
        A Personal Reflection: ​​Serving as a deacon to the Bishop (of Rome)
        Social Justice: The Body of Christ is alive in our midst
 ​​​​​​       Saints for our Times: ‘Band of Brothers’ gave us the Seven Sorrows
        On Mission: Local 'beach' is home to a beautiful sunrise
        Faith through Art: A pilgrimage of epiphany and encounter

Catholic Spirit, January 2018, Volume 36, Number 1

• Central Texas Section

  Dorsey has started many ‘courageous conversations’
  New facility now open for San Juan Diego CHS 

        White Mass celebrates health care workers, healing
        Including all in the celebration of the sacraments
       Young adults encouraged to consider mission work
       Parish Gabriel Project helps immigrant family thrive

• World Section

         Build peace by welcoming migrants, refugees, pope says
         Kids entertain Pope Francis on his 81st birthday
          Pope talks about humility, tenderness of God, the Father
          Pope: Sunday is losing sense of day of rest, renewal in Christ
         Clergy in Mexico: Southern state of Chiapas is in crisis
          #MeToo: Catholic Church can play role in discussion, healing
         Church helps in disaster recovery near and far

•   Good News Section

          Bishop's Interview: Looking forward to big events coming up soon
           A Personal Reflection: New movement led by the Spirit, fed by the Eucharist
           Social Justice: Welcoming the stranger, defending all human life
           Saints for Our Times: French saint was devoted to St. Francis de Sales
          Faith through Art: The feast of the Most Holy Name of Jesus is Jan. 3

Catholic Spirit, December 2017, Volume 35, Number 11

• Central Texas Section

  Praying for peace, conversion to Jesus through Mary

      Relic of St. Anthony finds a home in Bryan
      V Encuentro process now moves to regional level
       Austinites called to action during Hurricane Harvey
       Many resources are available to help those with special needs
       The Christi Center seeks to comfort those who mourn

• World Section

          US bishops take on immigration, racism at fall assembly
         ‘Future of church in good hands,’ says Archbishop Gomez
         National Geographic tells the story of Christ’s tomb
         At Mass, Jesus seeks to bring others with him to salvation
        ‘Invest in love,’ pope says on first World Day of the Poor

•   Good News Section

          Bishop's Interview: Consecrating ourselves to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
           Advent: Ways to prepare our families for the coming of Christ
           Family reflections: This Advent children are waiting for homes
           Saints for Our Times: St. Peter Fourier sought to educate all children
           Traditions: Pastorela reminds participants of ‘home’
          Mission: Small mission church was large in faith
          Faith through art: The Nativity facade of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Catholic Spirit, November 2017, Volume 35, Number 10

• Central Texas Section

  Annual appeal calls all to ‘Be One in Christ’

         CCCTX unveils new program for veterans, families
         Fatima statue comes to Central Texas Dec. 6-10
         #iGiveCatholic is 24 hours of giving on Nov. 28
          900 gather for second annual Women’s Conference
         Schoenstatt: A Marian shrine for everyone

• World Section

  Share the Journey encourages all to reach out to migrants
  In Caribbean, church agencies help as rebuilding begins
  App teaches blessings, how to pray in ASL
  Texas bishops criticize ACLU’s support of teen’s abortion
  Long-term recovery ahead for those hit hard by wildfires
  Speakers examine faith practices of millennials
  Death penalty is ‘contrary to the Gospel,’ pope says
  Making the catechism shine in the 21st century
  Government asked to reconsider low refugee cap

• Good News Section

  Bishop's Interview: May young people respond courageously to God’s call

          Social Justice: May we share the good news of Catholic social teaching
          Saints for Our Times: Quattrocchis: First married couple to be beatified together
          Pro-Life: How one parish is working to build a culture of life
          Faith through Art: Song, sacred spaces inspire Austin artist’s creativity

Catholic Spirit, October 2017, Volume 35, Number 9

• Central Texas section

          CCCTX is prepared for long-term disaster relief
          Austin family named KC Family of the Year
          Dufour is devoted to bringing Christ to prisons, jails
          San Marcos doctor heeds the call to mission
          Pilgrim Statue of Fatima makes its way to Texas soon
          Lake Travis Ladies of Charity aim to serve
          Parish program helps couples overcome obstacles

• World section

          Blessed Rother ‘an authentic light’ for church, world
          Rockport priest helps parishioners who ‘lost everything’
          Church-based charities provide earthquake relief in Mexico
         Jesuit in Puerto Rico says hurricane devastation is ‘apocalyptic’ 
           Pope is worried about growing anti-migrant sentiment
           Encuentro process is currently focused at diocesan level

         

• Good news section

          Bishop's Interview: Sharing the journeys of migrants, refugees
           Social Justice: Sharing the dignity of life as we Share the Journey
           Young Adults: Lessons learned from the survey of young people
            Saints For Our Times: St. Francis of Borgia known as second founder of Jesuits
            Social Media: Is there an app to be a cultural mystic?
            Faith through art: Praying with the icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help