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On September 27, the Catholic Church remembers Saint Vincent de Paul, the French, 17th century priest known as the patron of Catholic charities for his apostolic work among the poor and marginalized.

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As we approach the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Diocese of San Antonio and its central celebration Assembly 2024: Walking United in Christ let us contemplate “the strong foundations left by all who have preceded us” by reading about our history.

Leading up to the Assembly on October 26 and in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the diocese, Today’s Catholic Newspaper would like to hear your story! Do you have a story to share about the archdiocese, it's history, or what the local Church means to you? Submit your story using this form.

October is Respect Life Month. This year’s Respect Life theme from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops focuses on the connection between the Eucharist and respect for human life, highlighting Jesus’ message to the culture and to each of us: “I came so that they might have life” (John 10:10). In honor of Respect Life Month, the we are hosting two special Respect Life Masses. 

On Sunday, October 6, at 9:30 a.m., Auxiliary Bishop Michael Boulette will celebrate an English Mass at Sts. Peter and Paul in New Braunfels (directions). On Sunday, October 13, at 1 p.m., Archbishop Gustavo will celebrate a Spanish Mass at St. Vincent de Paul in San Antonio (directions). Join us to celebrate Christ’s message of life!

You’re invited to the upcoming Community Camino, hosted by El Camino de San Antonio Missions! Community Camino is a free, open-invite walk along the El Camino de San Antonio Missions trail from 8 a.m. to noon from Mission Concepción (directions) to Mission San José (directions). Attendees will enjoy a 30-minute guided tour at each mission, fellowship with other pilgrims, and the peace and beauty of the San Antonio River. Participation is free but registration is required.

• Check in: 8 a.m. at the Padre Margil Pilgrimage Center directly behind Mission Concepción
• Total walking time: 1.5 hours (4 miles)
• Bring a refillable water bottle, money for the VIA bus, and wear comfortable clothing.

Antonian College Preparatory High School recognizes Gavino Garcia as a recipient of the "Apache Acknowledgement" Award. Gavino was recently recognized by his Chemistry teacher, Gabriel Sanchez, for demonstrating the Core Values of "Integrity" and "Responsibility" by turning in a set of wireless earphones that did not belong to him. Gavino's act of kindness did not go unrecognized and is a testament to who he is.

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A special groundbreaking ceremony for the new eight-acre, $28.5 million campus for St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School was held September 13, with Governor Greg Abbott in attendance. The school will initially consist of a two-story, 44,000-square-foot building for grades pre-kindergarten through sixth and will focus on a Catholic classical education model. A middle school and high school will be added in the future, with a capacity for 600 students in the fast-growing Kendall County area. In addition to Governor Abbot, featured guests at the event included lead donors Clarence and Tina Kahlig; Auxiliary Bishop Michael Boulette; Father Norm Ermis, pastor; Melanie Brintnall, founding principal; local families; business leaders; and civic leadership for the city of Boerne.

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Priests of the archdiocese listened to presentations on sacraments of initiation as well as Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship during a Clergy Day gathering at the St. Paul Church Community Center on September 17. During a lunch break at the gathering priests had the opportunity to take part in a Ministry Fair and visit booths from archdiocesan departments and agencies. Offices present at the event were: Tribunal and Chancellor’s Office, Vocation Office, Assumption Seminary and Propaedeutic Program, Stewardship and Development Department, Department of Administration, Human Resources, Risk Management, Information & Technology, Catholic Cemeteries, MCSP, Archives Department, Catholic Media and Communications Department, OVASE, Office of Clergy, Deaconate Office, Consecrate Life, Department of Pastoral Ministries, Events and Liturgies, Parish Life, Evangelization and Faith Formation, Youth and Young Adults, El Camino de San Antonio Missions and Las Misiones, Worship, Human Dignity and Pastoral Care, Criminal Justice, Deaf Ministry, Hospital Ministry, Campus Ministry, El Camino de San Antonio Missions and Las Misiones, Catholic Charities, Mexican American Catholic College (MACC), Lay Ecclesial Ministry and Service, and Catholic Schools, as well as Hypuro Fit.

To find more archdiocesan events and activities visit our website, https://archsa.org/events.

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