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. | |
“Know that the greatest service that man can offer to God is to help convert souls.” - St. Rose of Lima | |
Friday of the Third Week of Easter
Viernes de la III semana de Pascua
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En aquellos días, Saulo, amenazando todavía de muerte a los discípulos del Señor, fue a ver al sumo sacerdote y le pidió, para las sinagogas de Damasco, cartas que lo autorizaran para traer presos a Jerusalén a todos aquellos hombres y mujeres seguidores del Camino. | | | |
The Holy See - Pope Francis | |
Pope Francis: Sharing our encounter with Christ makes our encounters ‘even more beautiful’ | |
Pope Francis addresses pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican after the recitation of the Regina Caeli prayer on April 14, 2024. | Credit: Vatican Media | |
Pope Francis expressed his concern over escalating tensions in the Middle East following Iran’s missile attack Saturday against Israel, a concern he raised after imploring Christians to share their stories of encountering Christ, which he said would create a richer and more beautiful environment for all. | |
Message from Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS | |
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Like the first Christian communities, we must develop endurance against discouragement, through an attitude of trust in the power of the Holy Spirit. The fruits and the growth of the community of disciples depend on Him. Only through that trust can we persevere with joy in our proclamation. We must be aware of the current context of transition between eras, when the references which give meaning to life and order to coexistence have been lost. Our first task is to be a reference of light in the midst of darkness and of flavor among so much bitterness that the flock suffers. We must be what we want to find! We must fully live our identity, finding in our filial support to Pope Francis, the greatest assurance of fidelity to the voice of the Holy Spirit.
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Let’s make history at the National Eucharistic Congress! | Discounted date deadline: May 1 | |
Come make history with us in Indianapolis at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress, where we will gather at the feet of Jesus for the first time in nearly a century, boldly anticipating a new Pentecost. There are only 12 days left to join the San Antonio delegation at a discounted rate in our housing block! | |
Stewardship Day | Saturday, May 4 | |
Join the Department of Stewardship and Development and Our Sunday Visitor on Saturday, May 4, at St. Luke Catholic Church for a day of ideas, insights, and best practices to help enliven your parishioners and draw them into deeper participation in parish life! Grab your spot today before they are all gone! | |
A century and a half of faith | |
Call for volunteers: Bring Jesus to those in need in hospitals | |
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There are many members of our community who are in hospitals and unable to attend Mass. Volunteers in Hospital Ministry bring the presence of Christ in the Eucharist, and by doing so offer a beautiful service of charity and companionship. Our members of the Body of Christ need volunteers in hospitals to serve as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. All hospitals in the Archdiocese of San Antonio need volunteers to tend to the spiritual care of the sick. If you feel called to this ministry, visit the Hospital Ministry webpage or contact Lauren Stadelman at (210) 734-1632 or lauren.stadelman@archsa.org to learn more.
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Youth Spectacular 2024 was a huge success | |
Photo: Veronica Markland | Today's Catholic Newspaper | |
Save the date for Youth Spectacular 2025: Saturday, March 29 at St. Mary's University! Last Saturday, hundreds of youth gathered at St. Mary's University to witness their faith as missionary disciples in the local Church! Thank you to all those who joined us at Youth Spectacular 2024: Revealed in this journey of discovery, growth, and conversion as we transform ourselves into young Catholics with a driving force for New Evangelization in our homes, our schools, parishes, and communities. We would like to share some of the photos that different parishes have shared with us! Mission San Jose Church, St. Jerome, Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine, Catholic Community of Gonzales and Waelder, and St. Joseph del Rio. You can also view more photos and videos from Today's Catholic Newspaper. | |
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Many know Ferrero Rocher for its popular hazelnut chocolates, but the company’s tie to Our Lady of Lourdes is lesser known.
Michele Ferrero, the company’s founder and a devout Catholic, had a deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and wanted to honor her through his work. It is reported that he named his company “Rocher” after the rock grotto, the Rocher de Massabielle, which marks the location where the Virgin Mary appeared to St. Bernadette in Lourdes, France.
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Catholic Television of San Antonio | |
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“Love God's Will” is the true story of a young priest in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, Father Ryan Stawaisz. After graduating from Texas A&M University as a petroleum engineer with a promising career ahead of him, he felt God was calling him to the priesthood. A year before his ordination, Ryan was diagnosed with cancer, and his desire became not only to DO God’s will, but to LOVE God’s will. Despite his battle with cancer, Father Ryan remained steadfast in his desire to serve others and to share the love of Christ with everyone who crossed his path. His public ministry lasted a brief three years; but, Father Ryan’s witness continues to inspire people of all ages. Photo: Veronica Markland | Today's Catholic Newspaper
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A ribbon-cutting and blessing event was held April 12 for the grand re-opening of St. John Hall at Assumption Seminary. Father Jim Myers, PSS, seminary rector, discussed the impact on Assumption Seminary; Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak elaborated on how revitalization efforts at Assumption are impacting vocations; and Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS, highlighted what this means for the Archdiocese of San Antonio. Jennifer Rodriguez, director of Stewardship and Development for the archdiocese, expressed her gratitude to the more than 20,000 donors of the On the Way - Andale Capital Campaign, which funded the renovation work on the 50-year-old building to transform it into a state-of-the-art center of pastoral education and formation. Photo: Veronica Markland | Today's Catholic Newspaper
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