The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (the feast of Corpus Christi) is the celebration of Christ’s Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist. As Our Lord is carried through the streets of cities and villages around the world, the faithful give public witness to their faith and devotion to the Holy… [Read More]
6th Annual Men’s Conference February 17
Saturday, February 17, 2018 at St William Catholic Church in Round Rock, TX will be the 6th Annual Men’s Conference. Speakers include Tom Peterson, Andreas Widmer, and John Pridmore. Regular tickets start at $45 ahead of time and $50 at the door. Premium tickets $100 includes private lunch with the speakers. Learn more… [Read More]
Catholic Bioethics Seminar in Austin January 26-27
The National Catholic Certification Program in Health Care Ethics Seminar in Austin, TX will be January 26 & 27, 2018 at Seton Healthcare Family Administration Offices — Registration now open — see Schedule for the Seminar. Overview: Each Fall The National Catholic Bioethics Center presents a series of two-day seminars in various cities across the United States to address… [Read More]
Pilgrimage to Jerusalem (Ps. 84:5)
“Every year his parents went to Jerusalem for the Feast of Passover.” (Lk.2:41) Jesus went on pilgrimage to the “Holy City” (Mt. 4:5) from infancy until His death. We don’t often think of Jesus on pilgrimage to the “City of David,” (1Chron.15:1) but Jesus’ parents would make pilgrimages three times a year as God decreed,… [Read More]
Calling all young adults! – An invitation to sit down with our Bishops
What are you doing next Monday evening? Young adults between the ages of 18 and 35 are invited to attend a Diocese of Austin listening session with Bishop Joe Vásquez and Bishop Danny Garcia on August 7 from 6-8 pm at St. Louis, Austin. This listening session will assist the diocese in preparation for the… [Read More]
Diocese of Austin Men’s Mass on July 22, 2017
For the 9th year in a row, there will be a Holy Mass celebrated as an encouragement to men. It’s easy to feel discouraged in a world that is confused and seeking to erode the virtues of masculinity in Christ. By gathering as a community of men of the local Church, we can pray for each… [Read More]
#CatholicConvo Through the Eyes of an Texan
“Uplifting, motivating, challenging, community, transformative.” That’s how Theresa Prudhomme, a mid 20s young professional from Katy, describes her experience of #CatholicConvo in 5 words or less. The weekend before last, while we were all firing up the grill and making July 4th plans, Theresa joined thousands of lay leaders, religious, priests and bishops from across… [Read More]
Strewing Flowers at the Corpus Christi Procession
For centuries one of the customs at Corpus Christi processions is strewing (throwing) flowers before Jesus in the monstrance to proclaim Him our King in a very special and public manner. Many saints have written about this wonderful experience but one of the most well known is St Therese of Lisieux (Doctor of the Church),… [Read More]
World Marriage Encounters 2017
WWME (Worldwide Marriage Encounter) weekends for 2017 03/31/2017 08:00 pm – 04/02/2017 04:00 pm Austin WWME Weekend Wingate Hotel in Round Rock 06/09/2017 08:00 pm – 06/11/2017 04:00 pm Austin WWME Weekend St Elizabeth Non-residential 09/08/2017 08:00 pm – 09/10/2017 04:00 pm Austin WWME Weekend Wingate Hotel in Round Rock 11/03/2017 08:00 pm – 11/05/2017… [Read More]
Congrats Bishop-Elect Bill!
Fr. Bill Wack, CSC, Pastor of St. Ignatius, Martyr, has been named as the sixth bishop of Pensacola-Tallahassee.
Susan Conroy, author of “Praying with Mother Teresa” May 20
Are you ready for one of the most profound, meaningful experiences of your life? Susan Conroy, author of Praying with Mother Teresa, will present a collection of prayers, insights, and wisdom from the inimitable Mother Teresa of Calcutta, one of heaven’s newest saints. Saturday, May 20, 2017 St. John Neumann Holy Family Center 10:00 am–1:00… [Read More]
2017 Catholic Men’s Conference – Feb 18
Calling All Men – 5th Annual 2017 CTFCM Men’s Conference – February 18, 2017 Hundreds of Catholic men will be gathering at St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in North Austin for the annual Men’s Conference for the Diocese of Austin. This year’s gathering features Gus Lloyd, Robert Rodgers, and Harold Burke-Sivers (A.K.A The Dynamic… [Read More]
Meditation and Decisive Times
We live in decisive times. And while perhaps that’s always true in some way, I think we can say that in a particle way about our times today. I don’t have to describe it for you too much, because you live it as well. Tensions are high. The pace of available information is frenetic. And… [Read More]
St. Anthony Relics Visit the Diocese of Austin
A messenger of hope from Padua, Italy comes to Central Texas. Fr Mario Conte, editor, or the Messanger of St. Anthony magazine, is bringing two relics from the Basilica of St. Anthony to visit various parishes in our diocese. St. Anthony has been known to be a great miracle worker through his prayers of intercession…. [Read More]
“Live” Christmas Posada at Community First! Village
On Saturday, December 17, 2016 from 5:30 – 6:30 P.M. the Deacon Candidates of the Diocese of Austin, Mobile Loaves & Fishes and Regina Mater Educational Community will host a “live” Posada for the residents of Community First! Village located on 9301 Hog Eye Rd, Austin, TX 78724. Community First! Village is a community for… [Read More]
Christian Skate Jam – Oct 8th in Pflugerville
Extol Skate Jam is a Christian event that brings together people from all walks of life together to celebrate skating. The event will take place on October 8, 2016 noon to 4PM at Northwest Metro Park in Pflugerville. Visit ExtolSkateJam.com. This is an ecumenical event that brings together people of all faiths and even those of… [Read More]
ATX Catholic Meetup – September 7
Come have dinner and/or drinks for a social night and open discussions on current events and Catholic media. These meet ups are intimate events with an opportunity to have face time with other interested in Catholic media in our area. This is a relaxed setting for networking and dialogue. The group is small enough to… [Read More]
“Divine Mercy Man” Vinny Flynn headlines Turning Point September 23
What are the seven secrets of Divine Mercy? And do you want to know these secrets for your life? These are some of the questions that will be answered by best-selling author and renowned Catholic speaker Vinny Flynn as he continues his popular “7 Secrets” series on Friday, September 23, 2016, at TurningPoint, an evening… [Read More]
8th Annual Diocesan Men’s Fellowship Mass – July 23
Post Update July 25, 2016: The event was a great success, and you can see photos from the Mass below. Full photo gallery by Raphael Riojas. For the 8th year in a row, there will be a Holy Mass celebrated as an encouragement to men. It’s easy to feel discouraged in a world that is… [Read More]
America: On the Forces that Shape Us
It’s always difficult to put into words the transformation that happens within a human heart as it works to grasp the reality of tragic news unfolding. I hopped into my car Friday morning totally ignorant of what happened in Dallas Thursday night. When I switched on NPR like usual, my mind tripped over itself trying to comprehend. It was… [Read More]
Presentation: Mary and the New Evangelization
This presentation was given at the ATX Catholic Day of Reflection at Our Lady of Schoenstatt Shrine on April 30, 2016. The slideshow below was part of the presentation.
Catholic Life Online Today Panel
This audio is from the second panel at the ATX Catholic Day of Reflection 2016 at Our Lady of Schoenstatt Shrine in Austin, TX on April 30, 2016. Moderator: Brandon Kraft Panelist: Laura Gonzales, Cristina Almanza, and Steve Scott Panel 2 – Catholic Life Online Today St. John Paul II called us to propose anew the same… [Read More]
Mercy and Technology Panel
This audio is from the first panel at the ATX Catholic Day of Reflection 2016 at Our Lady of Schoenstatt Shrine in Austin, TX on April 30, 2016. Moderator: Rachel Gardner Panelist: Trenton Hendrichson, Lindsay Wilcox, and Brandon Kraft Panel 1 – Mercy and Technology What does the Jubilee of Mercy mean to you?… [Read More]
ATX Catholic Meetup and Day of Reflection April 30
Join us for a day of reflection at Our Lady of Schoenstatt Shrine on Saturday, April 30, 2016. We are hosting a meetup at the beautiful grounds of the Schoenstatt to take a day to come together in community. There will be presentations, time for reflection, prayer, optional Holy Mass, think tanks, snacks, and networking opportunities with… [Read More]
Revive Youth Rally 2016
Revive Youth Rally will be here before you know it! Are you ready? Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to join Jackie Francois, Bobby Angel, comedian/musician act POPPLE, and Dave Moore for a day of outdoor concerts, faith-based talks, and the Sacraments! This year’s theme at Revive is PROVE IT! and our speakers will be… [Read More]
Iron Sharpens Iron – 2016 Catholic Men’s Conference
Calling all Catholic men. We have a wonderful opportunity to be a part of a movement of men that want to make a real difference in the Church and in the world. We know how difficult it is to live out an authentic Christian witness in our world, and there is a true crisis of… [Read More]
Dominican Sisters Golf Tournament, Dinner and Auction – March 7
The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist invite you to their Open Wide the Doors Golf Tournament On Monday, March 7, 2016 This event benefits the building and expansion of their Texas Priory. Mother Assumpta Long, Prioress General and Foundress, will be present as well as the 13 Sisters who are serving in… [Read More]
How to Be Happier – Presentation Jan 29
How to Be Happier: Insights from Ancient Philosophy, Contemporary Psychology, and Spiritual Traditions Lecturer: Christopher Kaczor, Ph.D Dr. Christopher Kaczor (rhymes with razor) is Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University and is in the James Madison Society of Princeton University. He graduated from the Honors Program of Boston College and earned a Ph.D…. [Read More]
What’s Your Myers-Briggs Thanksgiving Style?
Oh, Thanksgiving, you marvelous holiday full of gratitude and food and love, you’ve come a long way from your origins in 1621. You used to be based on the idea of celebrating a bountiful harvest with a feast among friends and neighbors. In Christian tradition, this included praising God for His countless blessings and goodness, as well… [Read More]
March For Religious Freedom November 22 Part II
Saint Relics of Knights of Columbus: Kevin Russell, Vice President of the Greater Austin Area Knights of Columbus and lead organizer, stated that, “It will be one of the greatest days in the history of the Knights of Columbus in the Austin area,” referring to the relics of the six Knights of Columbus saints that… [Read More]
Vincent Van Gogh: A Self-Portrait – Nov 5
Vincent van Gogh is a definitive artist that is often only remembered for his brushstrokes and Starry Night. Like many other great artists, his story and personality is often over-simplified and forgotten. At one point in his life, van Gogh had tried a life as a preacher, but the Dutch Reformed Church didn’t find him suitable… [Read More]
October 2015 Lunch
Join us for our monthly Austin Catholic New Media meal! Whether you’re a contributor, reader or listener, ACNM meals are a time to get together for fellowship. Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 Time: 12pm Location: Jason’s Deli at 1000 E. 41st Street UPDATE October 28: This event has been canceled. Please look for information for… [Read More]
March for Religious Freedom November 22 Part I
“[T]he most fundamental human freedom [is] that of practicing one’s faith openly, which for human beings is their reason for living.” Saint John Paul II On Sunday, November 22nd, the Solemnity of Christ the King, the Knights of Columbus from the Austin area and around the state of Texas will march for Religious Freedom from… [Read More]
Austin CNM September Lunch
Don’t have plans tomorrow? Consider joining us for our September lunch! ACNM monthly lunches are an opportunity to get together for fellowship and discussion. No agenda, just time to share ideas, talk about life & faith and hang out. It doesn’t matter if you are a contributor or a reader or listener, you are invited… [Read More]
Something Greater Than Ourselves
In a little less than 2 weeks, on October 11, Bishop Joe Vasquez will celebrate Mass at the Marian Shrine of Our Lady of Schoenstatt, in honor of the Feast of Our Lady of Schoenstatt, and to give thanks for the first year anniversary of the Shrine. What might inspire us to go? What might… [Read More]
Dynamic Marriage Conference – July 17-18, 2015
We are all in need of healing in some form from many of the past hurts and pains we have inevitably experienced in our life. One of the main missions of the public ministry of Jesus was to heal those that came to Him, and He still does it today. Marriage is an incredibly wonderful… [Read More]
Becoming Fearless Women’s Conference – July 18th
Women’s Conference Becoming FEARLESS is a conference for Christian women who are discouraged by the times we live in and are concerned for the future of their children. It is designed to show women that with the power of the Holy Spirit, we can be much braver than we feel and can widen our sphere… [Read More]
7th Annual Men’s Fellowship Mass – July 18th
Masculinity is increasingly confused and misunderstood in society today. In a world that seeks to blur the lines of gender, we men seek to discover the wonderful gift and identity of our masculinity. God has blessed us with a unique and intentional role as men in world and Church. The struggles of this life can… [Read More]
Encouraging Latin in the Mass
Latin is no longer a well-known language, even in the Church, few people know it. It’s not quite dead, but it’s far from common. After Vatican II, even many of the priest never went through any formation in Latin. In the US, it has become more important to learn other heavily used languages like Spanish… [Read More]
Corpus Christi Procession: “Where the Body is, there the eagles will be gathered together” (Part 4)
“Where the Body is, there the eagles will be gathered together.” (Lk. 17:37 RSV) This scripture is also found in Matthew 24:28. This scripture is taken from the Revised Standard Version Bible which is the bible translation used for the Catechism of the Catholic Church since the New American Bible uses the word “vultures” instead… [Read More]
