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Messages to the Faithful
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Bishop Joe S. Vásquez is the fifth bishop of the Diocese of Austin, home to more than 700,000 Catholics across 25 counties in Central Texas. Each week he delivers a Pastoral Message to the Faithful. Read them below. -
Bishop's Messages
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September 1
On this Labor Day weekend, as many of us take a break from work, we are invited to honor those who labor.Read More -
August 15
Like the pilgrims at World Youth Day, may we all be transformed, sharing in the victory over sin and always seeking the Blessed Virgin Mary’s guidance to grow closer to her son, Jesus.Read More -
July 7
This month the Church celebrates the feasts and memorials of some of the most memorable saints in our Catholic tradition.Read More -
July 3
Brothers and Sisters, this July 4th marks the 247th celebration of our country’s independence...Read More -
June 18
Today, we celebrate the gift of fatherhood. We look to St. Joseph whose loving commitment to his family is a role model to all fathers.Read More -
June 9
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe vs. Wade, I remain grateful for the Court’s decision that upholds the gift of life given to us by God.Read More -
May 26
Pentecost Sunday comes just 50 days after Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles and the first followers of Jesus.Read More -
May 12
On Sunday, we honor our mothers, both living and deceased, who have dedicated their lives to making ours better.Read More -
May 5
The month of April was filled with the joys of Easter. Together we experienced Christ’s great victory over death and his invitation to journey with him and encounter his Mystical Body in the breaking of bread.Read More -
April 28
God is so good to us; he promises us that he will accompany us through our journey of faith...Read More
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