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. | |
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Message from Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS | |
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God has deigned to direct His merciful gaze upon us to save us, not in spite of our sin and our unworthiness as creatures, but precisely because of who He is and what we are like. At the same time, He wanted to make us partakers in His own mission. God’s mercy unfolds from itself, surpassing our misery with its greatness. God has become man so that human beings can participate in the divine life and mission of Jesus. Pope Francis wanted to include this mystery in his motto, “miserando atque eligendo,” which means that by looking at each of us with His merciful gaze, Christ chooses us and calls us to follow Him. Make yourself available to the mercy you receive from God, so that others can receive it through you. May the Holy Spirit bear witness in your lives that with Christ, through Him and in Him, you are truly children of God.
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In-person Rite of Election Leadership Workshop | January 20
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If you are new to RCIA Ministry, this is for you! Join us on Saturday, January 20, at 9 a.m. for a free in-person workshop for ALL RCIA directors and coordinators. This workshop will prepare you for the Rite of Election and Rite of Call to Continuing Conversion. It will be hosted at the Mexican American Catholic College (MACC) (3115 West Ashby Place, SATX 78228 - Directions). | |
Respect Life Mass | January 21 | |
Gather in prayer for the protection of human life on Sunday, January 21, at San Fernando Cathedral (115 Main Plaza, SATX 78205 - Directions) for a Respect Life Mass celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Michael Boulette. We pray for sustained protection of the unborn, for support for mothers and families in need, and for decision makers to continue to advocate for the most vulnerable among us. Join us at 4 p.m. for a Rosary prior to Mass. Mass begins at 5 p.m. | |
World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life | February 2 | |
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In 1997, Pope Saint John Paul II instituted a day of prayer for women and men in consecrated life. This celebration is attached to the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord on February 2. This Feast is also known as Candlemas Day; the day on which candles are blessed symbolizing Christ who is the light of the world. So too, those in consecrated life are called to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to all peoples. The celebration of World Day for Consecrated Life is transferred to the following Sunday in order to highlight the gift of consecrated persons for the whole Church. We hope that you find the following resources helpful for your own celebrations of World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life!
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International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking | February 8 | |
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The Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace and the International Union of Superiors General has designated February 8 as an annual day of prayer and awareness against human trafficking. On this day, Catholics all over the world are encouraged to host or attend prayer services to create greater awareness about this phenomenon.
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World Day of the Sick | February 11 | |
February 11 is World Day of the Sick, an observation introduced by Pope John Paul II as a way for believers to offer prayers for those suffering from illnesses. | |
Catholic Television of San Antonio | |
Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak reflects on his participation in San Antonio's Rock n' Roll marathon and half-marathon | A study conducted by Forbes reveals that getting in shape is the top New Year’s resolution for Americans in 2024. “SA News” catches up with Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak to reflect on his participation in the recent San Antonio Rock n’ Roll marathon and half-marathon. | |
Catholic Charities: Adopt-A-Senior Program | |
Catholic Charities deployed volunteers to visit and care for isolated seniors as part of the Adopt-A-Senior program on January 6. Volunteers met and picked up food and care packages for seniors at Guadalupe Community Center before visiting seniors. Volunteers assembled care packages including food, hygiene items, cleaning products, blankets, activities, and other items as Adopt-A-Senior care packages on January 5. Last Saturday, volunteers received a brief orientation and were dispatched with care packages to seniors enrolled in the Adopt-A-Senior program. Adopt-A-Senior pairs compassionate companions with isolated seniors who may require home delivery of basic needs and care packages as well as regular companions to reduce the effects of isolation. | |
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