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. | |
Assembly 2024 | Thank you! | ¡Gracias! | |
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Thank you for being a part of history by attending Assembly 2024! It was a blessing to experience thousands of faithful from across the Archdiocese celebrating our faith Walking United in Christ.
Your witness inspired hundreds of thousands watching the broadcast in our region and across the country through CTSA. Relive the experience by watching on the Assembly on Facebook.
Missed a chance to pick up an anniversary T-shirt or book? click here to order online.
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Vatican | Here’s What Pope Francis Is Doing for All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days 2024
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Pope Francis says Mass for All Souls' Day at the Laurentino Cemetery outside Rome, Nov. 2, 2018. (photo: Daniel Ibanez/CNA / EWTN) | |
For All Souls’ Day on Nov. 2, Pope Francis will continue his custom of holding a Mass in a local cemetery to pray for the dead, especially the holy souls in purgatory. | |
Message from Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS | |
 |  | I am filled with immense gratitude for the blessings of our past and excitement for the bright future that lies ahead. What we experienced at the archdiocesan Assembly brings us HOPE. On Christmas eve, Pope Francis will inaugurate the Ordinary Jubilee Year -- Pilgrims of Hope. The Holy Father has said: “Everyone knows what it is to hope. In the heart of each person, hope dwells as the desire and expectation of good things to come, despite our not knowing what the future may bring.” We can rest on such certitude. As we reflect on the many blessings of our past, we are filled with gratitude for all who have come before us -- those whose faith, courage, and sacrifice have made this moment possible. At the same time, we look to the future with great hope and excitement, confident that the Holy Spirit will continue to guide us in new ways. May we remain united in faith, committed to our mission, and ever grateful for the opportunity to serve one another and the world around us. We will look forward to this jubilee year while we journey together towards the centennial anniversary of the elevation of San Antonio as Metropolitan Archdiocese in 2026. At that time we will discern and proclaim a renewed Pastoral Vision inspired by our continued local synodal process and the contributions of everyone. Together, we will continue to build a future full of hope, inspired by “Encountering Christ,” “United as Church,” and “Sent by the Spirit.” Ven, Holy Spirit, Ven! God bless you all!
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Día de Los Muertos Altar Blessing | |
The Pastoral Ministry Center will be closed on Thursday, October 31 and Friday, November 1. | |
National Vocation Awareness Week (NVAW) is November 3-9 | |
National Vocation Awareness Week (NVAW), celebrated November 3-9, is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promoting vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who are considering one of these particular vocations. NVAW began in 1976 when the U. S. bishops designated the 28th Sunday of the year for NVAW. In 1997, this celebration was moved to coincide with the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, which falls on January 13 in 2013. Beginning in 2014, NVAW was moved to the first full week of November. | |
Around the Archdiocese of San Antonio | |
Election Day | November 5 | |
Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, "We need to participate for the common good. Sometimes we hear: a good Catholic is not interested in politics. This is not true: good Catholics immerse themselves in politics by offering the best of themselves so that the leader can govern" (Pope Francis, Morning Meditation). To learn more about what the Church says about Catholics in political life, read more here. Prepare for your visit to the polls by visiting this website. | |
Community Camino | Saturday, November 9, at 8 a.m. | |
You’re invited to the Community Camino with El Camino de San Antonio Missions! Enjoy a group walk along the El Camino de San Antonio Missions trail. We will meet at 8 a.m. at Mission San José and walk to Mission San Juan Capistrano. Attendees will enjoy a guided tour, fellowship with other pilgrims, and the peace and beauty of the San Antonio River trail. Free transportation is provided back to Mission San José. This is a free event, but registration is required. | |
You Can Raise Catholic Kids: A Webinar for Parents and Families | Tuesday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m. | |
Raising kids to be faithful Catholics can seem like an impossible task in today's world. Join Dr. Greg and Lisa Popcak as we explore the secrets of families who have successfully raised ALL of their children to a faithful adulthood. A recent study revealed the practices that enable parents to raise passionately faithful kids. The even better news? Any family can learn how to do it. Discover practices to help you encounter Christ more meaningfully at home, experience the faith as the source of the warmth in your home, and raise the next generation of Catholic adults in this dynamic and practical webinar! | |
Catholic School Spotlight | |
Central Catholic High School | San Antonio | |
Congratulations to our Central Catholic Raiders. They competed in the All Service Division at the National Raider Challenge in Fort Knox, Kentucky. The team brought home second place trophy for the Physical Team Test and third place trophy in The Gauntlet. They placed first place in Fifth Brigade and 10th in the nation. Let’s go Raiders!!! | |
Catholic Television of San Antonio | |
More than 3,000 participants gathered to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the diocese of San Antonio in 1874 at Assembly 2024 on October 26 in Greehey Arena at St. Mary’s University, celebrating this extraordinary and momentous occasion in the life of the local church. | |
Photo: Veronica Markland for Today's Catholic Newspaper | |
In an hour-and-a-half production following Mass at Assembly 2024 on October 26, the past, present, and future of the archdiocese was highlighted by weaving narration from Archbishop Gustavo, Auxiliary Bishop Michael Boulette, and Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak with live music and theatrical performances and audio-visual media. The production consisted of three segments on “Foundation and History,” “Blessings and Challenges,” and “The Future Ahead.” It was followed by a grand final with mariachis. | |
College Sports Shout Out of the Week | St. Mary's University | |
Today's Catholic Newspaper | November 8 | |
Assembly 2024 features a historic Mass, honors our history, and envisions tomorrow through dynamic presentations illuminating the archdiocese, while also offering an exhibition of treasured artifacts from the archives. | | |
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Seeking to live in sacramental communion with one another, the Archdiocese of San Antonio exists to make disciples and missionaries of Jesus Christ to prepare for the promise of Eternal Life.
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