Posts by Helen Osman
Cristo Rey Houston school seeking principal
Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston (Cristo Rey Jesuit) is seeking a Principal (Director of Academics). Selected candidate will begin work on July 1, 2018. Priority will be given to resumes received before October 1, 2017. MORE >>>
Read MoreSt. Vincent de Paul Society Parish Recovery Centers
St. Vincent de Paul Disaster Services P-RAC (Parish Recovery Assistance Centers) for Hurricane Harvey Recovery SVDP Harvey Hotline: 877-368-6494 Church and Location Date and Time of Event Point of Contact St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church 512 Tegner Street El Campo, TX 77437 Diocese of Victoria Thursday, 9/14/17 Through Saturday, 9/23/17 8:00 am – 7:00…
Read MoreLos Obispos condenan la terminación de DACA e instan a una reforma duradera
Al amparo de DACA, más de 110,000 jóvenes contribuyen a la sociedad y al bienestar de Texas AUSTIN – Los Obispos católicos de Texas han emitido la siguiente declaración en respuesta a la decisión de poner fin a la Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (DACA por sus siglas en inglés). En primer…
Read MoreBishops denounce ending DACA and urge lasting reform
Under DACA, more than 110,000 young people contribute to Texas society and well-being AUSTIN –The Texas Catholic bishops have issued the following statement in response to the decision to terminate the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). We say, first, to DACA youth: regardless of your immigration status, you are a child of God. You…
Read MoreWater’s rise and fall: Harvey’s wrath across the Gulf Coast
HOUSTON (CNS) — As the waters from Hurricane Harvey rose and fell, prayers uttered in Texas ranged from pleas for protection to asking God for the courage to live with charity and great patience, said Bishop Brendan J. Cahill of Victoria. MORE
Read MorePope Francis offers prayers
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis offered his prayers for the people of Texas and Louisiana struggling to cope with the devastating impact of Hurricane Harvey and he praised all those engaged in rescuing and caring for the thousands of people forced out of their homes. In a message to Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of…
Read MoreGiving in disaster: Give like the widow
By Jennifer Carr Allmon Executive Director, Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops “And he called his disciples to him, and said to them, ‘Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury. For they all contributed out of their abundance; but she out of…
Read MoreCalming insurance claims fears | Calmando Temores sobre Reclamos a las Aseguradoras
Many news outlets are reporting that, based on a new law taking effect on Sept. 1, insurance claims must be filled by Thursday to be paid. This is false. While most news articles have been corrected in the body of the article, the headlines remain misleading which causes unnecessary fears for families whose homes are…
Read MoreCatholic Church taking national collection for storm assistance
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles, vice president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, asked bishops across the country to consider a special collection to assist victims of Hurricane Harvey along the Gulf Coast. He suggested in an Aug. 28 letter to bishops that the collection be taken during Masses…
Read MoreText to donate for Harvey victims to Catholic Charities USA
Alexandria, Va. — Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA) is accepting donations via text and online. To donate, text CCUSADISASTER to 71777 or visit www.catholiccharitiesusa.org.
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