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. | | The Holy See | Pope Leo XIV | | Pope Leo XIV ordains 11 new priests for Rome and urges transparent priesthood | | |
Pope Leo XIV waved to onlookers in St. Peter’s Square on June 11.
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| | The ordination Mass brought together seminarians from both the Pontifical Roman Major Seminary and the Redemptoris Mater Seminary. | | Message from Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, MSpS | |
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On the celebration of the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, our hearts are drawn into the mystery of God’s self giving love. In the simple offering of bread and wine, Jesus fulfills His ultimate gift to us: His own Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity. In the Eucharist, every time we hear the words, “This is my body … this is the cup of my blood,” we remember that we are participants in a living tradition received from the Lord Himself. This memorial is not a mere retelling of history, but an encounter with the Risen One, who continues to pour out mercy and healing for our wounds. By partaking in the Eucharist and receiving Christ’s Body and Blood, we are sent forth by the Holy Spirit to be instruments of peace and generosity. May the Eucharistic celebration deepen our communion with God and with one another. And may the grace we receive inspire us to serve the poor and vulnerable, offering our very lives in humble service, as Christ has first given Himself to us.
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Sunrise Camino
Tomorrow, Saturday, June 21 at 6 a.m.
| | Just in time for the summer, the Sunrise Camino is a free, guided walk along the El Camino de San Antonio Mission trail. We will walk from Mission Concepción (directions) to the San Fernando Cathedral (directions). Attendees will enjoy an early start, guided tours, fellowship, and the peace and beauty of the San Antonio River trail. Check in at 6 a.m. | | |
Corpus Christi Mass & Eucharistic Procession
Tomorrow, Saturday, June 21 at 5 p.m.
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Archbishop Gustavo invites the faithful from across the archdiocese to join him for the Archdiocesan Feast of Corpus Christi Mass and Procession through downtown San Antonio.
In this special video, Archbishop Gustavo explains the importance and beauty of this annual celebration. The celebration will begin with Mass at 5 p.m. at San Fernando Cathedral (directions) and will continue with a solemn Eucharistic procession through the streets of downtown and a concert from nationally renowned musician Sarah Kroger. Hear Sarah’s message for all Catholics in San Antonio and we’ll see you on Saturday.
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NPM On the Road San Antonio
June 27 and 28
| | The National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM) will host six regional events across the United States in the summer of 2025. The series, titled “NPM On the Road,” will include a Keynote address, a concert, multiple workshop options, prayer opportunities, a choral reading session, networking opportunities, and much more at the University of the Incarnate Word (directions). Help spread the word by downloading the promotional flyer in English or Spanish. | | |
Summer Events for College Students
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in June and July
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Calling all college students. Your summer just got a major upgrade. Join archdiocesan Campus Ministry for a summer full of faith, friends, and fun.
Mark your calendars for Thursdays: Each week brings a new social adventure. From baseball games to bonfires, hiking to movie nights — there’s something for everyone! Let’s make this summer one to remember, together in faith and fellowship! Then, swing by the St. Anthony Catholic Student Center (directions) for Adoration and confession at 5 p.m., followed by Mass at 6 p.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday. It’s the perfect midweek reset for your soul.
For more information, join our GroupMe and stay in the loop.
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Discover San Antonio's Sacred Spaces with Your Smartphone!
Spotlight on Mission Espada
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San Antonio's historic missions are now more accessible than ever with the launch of the Sacred Space Virtual Tour! El Camino de San Antonio Missions has introduced a free audio-visual guide that you can launch on any smartphone.
At Mission San Francisco de la Espada, the remarkable 18th-century statue of St. Francis of Assisi stands above the altar. For many years, this statue had brown robes. But in 2014, conservators discovered that beneath the brown paint was gilding, a thin layer of gold over the wood statue. The conservator removed the brown paint and St. Francis now stands in golden brilliance. To experience the full tour, visit Mission San Francisco de la Espada today! The Mission is typically open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
| | Catholic Television of San Antonio | | A Catholic Life Insurance tradition dating back to 1993, the Flag Day celebration is an annual event commemorating the adoption of the United States flag in 1777. It is a reminder of the true price of freedom, while paying tribute to the nation, heroes, veterans, and all who died serving this country. A catered picnic lunch and live music highlighted the June 13 luncheon event at the Catholic Life Insurance headquarters building led by its president, Christopher Belz. | | Photo: Veronica Markland for Today's Catholic Newspaper | | Fourteen men were ordained to the sacred order of deacon through the imposition of hands at the invocation of the Holy Spirit by Archbishop Gustavo on June 14 at St. Mark the Evangelist Church, with the sanctuary pews filled with friends and family giving praise and thanks to God. Newly ordained deacons and their wives include Dennis Caballero, Paul and Paula Cassetta, Choon-Bernard and Kiang-Maria Chan, Henry and Jeanette Cruz, Frank and Christy Douglas, Jr., Shaun and Lilia Gibson, Luis and Gloria Guardiola, Hector and Marta Lopez, Eduard and Sandra Noriega, Mario and Lupita Mandujano, Roberto and Mary Miramontes, Daniel and Ida Pimental, Ismael Angel and Judith Rodriguez, III, and Danny Ray and Denise Schexnayder, Jr. Serving as concelebrants at the liturgy were dozens of archdiocesan priests as well as Auxiliary Bishop Michael Boulette and Bishop Emeritus Gerald Barnes of the Diocese of San Bernardino, a longtime friend of one of the ordinands. | |
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