Welcome to The New Messenger, your weekly archdiocesan newsletter featuring messages from Archbishop Gustavo, news briefs, event previews, and updated information. The Archdiocese of San Antonio's weekly newsletter is published every Friday morning. | |
Friday, November 22, 2024 | |
Today is the Memorial of Saint Cecilia, patroness of musicians. The Veneration of St. Cecilia, in whose honor a basilica was established in Rome in the fifth century, has extended far and wide because of the Passion of Saint Cecilia, which presented her as a perfect example of Christian womanhood who preserved her virginity and suffered martyrdom for the love of Christ. May St. Cecilia always intercede for us all through Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The Holy See | Pope Francis | |
Pope Francis announces 2025 canonizations for Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati | |
Blessed Carlo Acutis (left) and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati | Credit: Diocese of Assisi/Public domain via Wikimedia Commons | |
Pope Francis announced Wednesday that Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, two young Catholics beloved for their vibrant faith and witness to holiness, will be canonized during two major jubilee celebrations dedicated to young people. | |
Message from Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS | |
| |  | The call to offer ourselves as “living sacrifices,” holding fast to love, service, and hospitality, springs from our Lord’s priesthood and victimhood, the model of sacrificial love. Through baptism, we are incorporated into the common priesthood, embracing the call to love sacrificially in daily life. This same love calls us to be transformed. In a world where success is often measured by power and self-promotion, Jesus shows us that true greatness is in humility. This humility is central to our spirituality, as we unite ourselves with Christ’s suffering and offer our lives in service. Offering the Incarnate Word involves recognizing that, like Christ, we are called to participate in God’s work of salvation by offering our daily actions, sufferings, and joys as spiritual sacrifices. This practice transforms even the simplest acts into offerings that draw us closer to God and strengthen our bond with others. By attentively following God’s will, we bring comfort to the heart of Christ and participate in His priestly mission.
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Around the Archdiocese of San Antonio | |
Join Us in Prayer and Support for Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Runners | |
Mental Health First Aid Training | Saturday, November 30 at 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | |
All leaders, ministers, and clergy are invited to attend a free Mental Health First Aid certification course with Father Richard Samour at the Mexican American Catholic College (MACC). Participation in this course is a way to become equipped with foundational information, skills, and resources to be ready to walk with and assist those in need. Visit mentalhealthfirstaid.org for more information. Space is limited.
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Polish Texas Veterans Exhibit Grand Opening | |
St. Mary's Christmas Spectacular | Monday, December 2 | |
Celebrate the magic of the season with the St. Mary’s University Christmas Spectacular, featuring the St. Mary’s Orchestra, Choir, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Orchestra and Mariachi. This heartwarming concert is filled with classic carols and beloved holiday favorites that capture the spirit of Christmas. Bring the whole family as the performance is sure to bring peace and joy to all. | |
Annual Retirement Fund for Religious | December 7-8 | |
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“Donations are needed to have the ordinary kinds of things many senior religious need in terms of food, clothing, and housing. We owe it to them to take care of them. Maybe even more than we have in the past… they need it,” says Father Maury Smith, 87, a member of the Order of Friars Minor in St. Louis.
Father Maury Smith serves as a spiritual director and writes biweekly for Today's Catholic Newspaper. His legacy inspires others to embark on their journey towards God, and Father Maury is a spiritual companion to them, growing in faith, hope, and love in their daily lives together.
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Catholic Television of San Antonio | |
The Discalced Carmelite Friars of San Antonio welcomed the Centenary Reliquary of St. Thérèse back to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower from October 31 to November 3. On October 31, the reliquary arrived at the National Shrine of the Little Flower. The basilica was open for exposition of relics from November 1-3. The Centenary Reliquary travels the world. | |
Photo: Veronica Markland for Today's Catholic Newspaper | |
A Family of the Cross Encounter was held in San Antonio November 15-16. On Friday activities took place at the Padre Margil Center at Mission Concepción with Adoration led by Father Jorge Haro, MSpS; a conversation on experiences of the Family of the Cross led by Archbishop Gustavo; and a reflection led by Father David Padron, MSpS. The archbishop celebrated Mass the second day of the conference at St. Luke Church on November 16. | |
Archdiocesan Retreat Center | St. Peter Upon the Water | |
Come to the quiet in the peaceful surroundings at St. Peter Upon the Water: A Center for Spiritual Direction and Formation. For those wanted to listen for God's voice, St. Peter Upon the Water, a trust of the Archdiocese of San Antonio, is a place of quiet contemplation located on over 170 acres in the Texas Hill Country. | |
Perfect Christmas Gift | Available in Spanish | |
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Treasures of the Archdiocese of San Antonio: A Commemorative Book
Give a gift of faith this Christmas! When you buy the commemorative book “Treasures of the Archdiocesan of San Antonio” you will also receive the Today's Catholic 150th anniversary magazine as an added bonus.
Don't let this opportunity slip away. Purchase your book now and take home or pass along a piece of history!
- Published by Editions du Signe | ISBN : 978-2-7468-4515-2
- 9.65” x 11.81”
- Soft cover – glossy paper – 440 pages
- Full color throughout
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