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Core Values
With a spirit of compassion and boldness we strive to embody these values in our ministries of communications and accompaniment:
Truth
In a world where the price for our attention is scandal, confusion and manipulation, we anchor ourselves in all that the Catholic Church holds to be true and stand ready to proclaim that truth into the chaos.
Connection
In an era where fear, doubt and anger nurture division, we strive to shine a light of hope into the darkness to be a reminder of the goodness with which God created our world and foster deep and unified connections between God and his people.
Beauty
In a reality where sacrifice, suffering and challenge are perceived as the ugly facts of life, we craft stories and messages that reveal the deeper beauty of these and all of the building blocks of holiness.
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Staff
Shelley Metcalf is the editor of the Catholic Spirit, the diocese’s monthly newspaper. She also publishes The Weekly Update, which is a bulletin service for parishes that is distributed on Monday mornings.
Shelley and her children, Drew and Kayla, are parishioners of St. Margaret Mary Parish in Cedar Park. She teaches third and fourth grade religious education, loves to read and has worked at the Diocese of Austin for 20 years.
Adrian Sanchez serves the Diocese of Austin as the Creative Communications Manager. He articulates the creative vision expressed in the various communication channels the diocese uses. After serving in the Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministry and Vocations offices, he's excited to use his passion for graphic design and digital communications in new ways with the Communications team.Adrian and his wife, Clare, live in Leander and are parishioners of St. Margaret Mary Parish in Cedar Park. They are expecting their first child in May 2021 and couldn't be more excited. He enjoys hiking, trail running and a good game of cornhole.
Becky Valdez manages this website and other diocesan affiliated websites.
Becky and her family, are parishioners of St. William in Round Rock.