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. | |
Father David Muñoz, OMI, passes away with funeral on Saturday | |
U.S. Bishops Invite Faithful to Pray Mental Health Novena | |
Biking to Beirut for cancer patients, even with a war going on | |
Message from Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS | |
 |  | God designed marriage to be a community of life and love, where man and woman would find joy, companionship, and shared responsibility. We see that God created woman as a partner for man, not as a lesser being, but as an equal. Together, they become “one flesh,” which in Hebrew thought means they form one person, one unity. This is the Creator’s desire for marriage: a bond of love that reflects the unity of God. However, throughout history, we have seen the breakdown of this vision. Human hearts have often become hard, and relationships have suffered as a result. Divorce, inequality, and brokenness have crept into the human experience. Jesus shares in our struggles and sufferings. He understands the pain and difficulty that families face. Yet, He also shows us the way to true happiness and fulfillment: through love, sacrifice, and faithfulness. Let us remember that marriage and family are gifts from God. They are meant to be a source of joy, not just for those involved, but for the whole community. When families live in love, they reflect the love of God for the world. Let us strive to support and uplift each other, trusting in God’s grace to heal, strengthen, and guide us in our relationships. In this way, we live out the true meaning of marriage and family as communities of life and love.
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Treasures of the Archdiocese | |
Stories from the Archdiocese of San Antonio | |
As part of a series of video vignettes this Fall chronicling the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Diocese of San Antonio, CTSA recently interviewed former San Antonio Mayor Henry Cisneros and current KENS-5 News anchor Deborah Knapp. | |
Video: Christopher Palmer | Catholic Television of San Antonio | |
Almost Sold Out | Treasures of the Archdiocese of San Antonio
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A century and a half of faith | |
Around the Archdiocese of San Antonio | |
You’re invited to Día de Los Muertos at the Missions | October 12–November 15 | |
El Camino de San Antonio Missions is hosting a month-long celebration of Día de Los Muertos with ofrendas from San Antonio’s four Mission parish communities. Each community will display an altar in the Padre Margil Pilgrimage Center (directions) to honor, remember, and celebrate their loved ones. You’re invited to experience the faith traditions and significance of Día de Los Muertos! The event is free. The Padre Margil Pilgrimage Center is open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
Respect Life Month: Archdiocesan Mass | Sunday, October 13 | |
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 our culture and to each of us: “I came so that they might have life” (John 10:10). In honor of Respect Life Month, Archbishop Gustavo will celebrate a Spanish Mass at St. Vincent de Paul in San Antonio at 1 p.m. (directions). Join us to celebrate Christ’s message of life. | |
Healthcare Professionals Mass | October 18 | |
We welcome the presence of all who serve in the healthcare field and care for the mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional health of our community including doctors, nurses, medical assistants, lab technicians, physical therapists, mental health professionals, chiropractors, dietitians, administrative staff, chaplains, and volunteers who provide spiritual care and the Eucharist to the sick. Mass at St. Luke (directions) at 6:30 p.m. will include a Blessing of the Hands and Renewal of the Hippocratic Oath. Healthcare professionals are invited to wear their white coats as traditional representation of the medical field. | |
Deaf Awareness Mass | October 19 | |
Join us for the celebration of Holy Mass with the Deaf Ministry of the Archdiocese of San Antonio at Our Lady of Sorrows (directions). We gather in a special way with Archbishop Gustavo, Deaf Catholics, their loved ones, and our greater community for this Deaf Awareness Mass as we recognize our differences and walk in unity. Light reception to follow with archbishop and our local Deaf Community. Additional parking is available on East Mistletoe and Kings Court. For more information, contact Angela Mauer, director of Deaf Ministry, at angela.mauer@archsa.org or (210) 734-0754 or video phone at (210) 305-5689. | |
Assembly 2024: Celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Archdiocese | October 26 | |
Join us for the Assembly as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the diocese of San Antonio in 1874! We will gather at St. Mary’s University (directions) to celebrate this extraordinary and momentous occasion in the life of the local church! Be a part of this historic moment in the life of the Archdiocese of San Antonio! Celebrate a historic Mass with Apostolic Nuncio to the U.S. Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the pope’s representative, and the visiting bishops of Texas. Honor our history and envision our tomorrow through dynamic presentations illuminating the archdiocese. Explore an exhibition of treasured artifacts from the archdiocesan archives. Enjoy free food and fellowship. | |
Catholic School Spotlight | |
Our Lady of Grace Catholic School | |
The kindergarten class is enjoying the "Fall’ish" weather and having fun reading under a tree. | |
Catholic Television of San Antonio | |
Photo: Veronica Markland | Today's Catholic Newspaper | |
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower & Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St. Thérèse Parish commemorated the Feast Day of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, the parish patron saint, known as “The Little Flower,” on October 1. The Solemn Mass of Roses is a traditional liturgical celebration hosted annually by the Discalced Carmelite Fathers of San Antonio and the Little Flower Parish community. The traditional shower of rose petals during the Mass is in remembrance of St. Therese's promise: “I will let fall from heaven ... a shower of roses.” Blessed roses are distributed to participants after the celebration. | |
Our Lady of Fatima Anniversary | |
Photo: Veronica Markland | Today's Catholic Newspaper | |
The Our Lady of Fatima 107th anniversary of the miracle of the sun Eucharist was celebrated at the Our Lady of Lourdes/Tepeyac Grotto at Oblate School of Theology on October 5 with Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak presiding. The program featured a procession and the sacrament of reconciliation was offered. | |
College Sports Shoutout of the Week | Our Lady of the Lake University | |
Today's Catholic Newspaper | October 4
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In this issue:
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Red Mass - New judicial year begins with liturgy for legal, academic communities.
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World Mission Sunday - Mission as a tireless going out to invite others to the Lord's banquet.
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Missionaries of the Holy Spirit - Gala and concert raise funds for those in religious formation for order.
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