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Do you have any Catholic Bible verses memorized? If we really believe in the power of the Word of God, we... The post 15 Catholic Bible Verses You Can Easily Memorize appeared first on Catholic...
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Some of the most frequent questions we get at Catholic-Link are about prayer. Our readers want to know: How Do... The post 5 Habits Of People Who Have A Good Prayer Life appeared first on Catholic...
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When filling out any number of government documents or certain applications, there is usually a box to self-report religion. Inevitably,... The post Why Is It Called The ROMAN...
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Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen writes in Life Worth Living, “Nothing ever happens in the world that does not first happen... The post 5 Lies Abortion Tells Us When It Is Legal appeared first on...
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This week on the podcast we talk about the lenten practice of fasting. Fr Ian is fired up! The whole... The post Fast! | Liturgy Live 1st Sunday in Lent appeared first on Catholic Link.
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News from the Vatican
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As he announced he would do after he was convicted of covering up sexual abuse committed by a priest, French Cardinal Philippe Barbarin of Lyon met Pope Francis March 18 to hand in his resignation.
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Pope Francis called on Christians to unite in prayer for the victims of two mosque attacks in Christchurch, New Zealand, that left 50 people dead and dozens wounded in one of the worst mass shootings...
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The constant temptation and cancer of corruption is one of the most devastating illnesses to befall society, Pope Francis said.
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The Vatican's tentative agreement with the government of mainland China obviously has a diplomatic component, but it was motivated by a desire to spread the Gospel and ensure the appropriate freedom...
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French film icon Brigitte Bardot has joined the campaign to convince Pope Francis to go vegan.
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Catholic News Service
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Natalie Hoefer, The Cr By Natalie Hoefer INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) -- Two women stood near the busy road on a chilly February morning in Indianapolis. A steady, penetrating mist -- and...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Vatican Media By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis called on Christians to unite in prayer for the victims of two mosque attacks in Christchurch, New Zealand...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Vatican Media By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- As the process to implement a peace accord in South Sudan continues, Pope Francis met March 16 with South Sudanese President Salva...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Paul Haring By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- For the first time in 300 years, the marble steps of the Holy Stairs will be free from the thick wooden panels installed in 1723 to...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Kevin J. Parks, Catholic Review By Paul McMullen BALTIMORE (CNS) -- Approximately 480 men and women work at the Baltimore headquarters of Catholic Relief Services, the overseas aid...
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National Catholic Register
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By Jennifer Roback Morse | The reception of Frederic Martel’s widely anticipated book In the Closet of the Vatican has been surprising. The tantalizing hints dropped before the “bombshell,”...
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By Stephen Beale | While state abortion laws are seizing headlines, a quieter battle for life is playing out across the country, as at least 15 states weigh legislation that would legalize assisted...
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By Catholic News Agency | FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Kentucky Legislature passed two pro-life bills this week and are expected to be signed by the governor. The bills, which would ban abortion after a...
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By Catholic News Agency | WASHINGTON — A new study found that in 11 countries across the globe, cohabiting couples have more doubts about their relationship lasting and give less importance to their..
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The Holy See and Cardinal Pell, The Glorious Calamity That Is the Church in Germany, and More Links!By Tito Edwards | The Holy See & Cardinal Pell ☩ George Weigel at The Catholic World Report +1 229 Ladies & Gentlemen, the Church in Germany, In All Her Glorious Calamity ☩ Fr. Z's...
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SAFE ENVIRONMENT & REPORTING ABUSE
Child and Vulnerable Adult Reporting Procedures
If you witness, suspect, or know of child and/or velnerable adult abuse,YOU MUST REPORT IT WITHIN 48 HOURS!
Contact Civil Authorities:
Department of Family and Protective Services at 1-800-252-5400 or www.txabusehotline.org
If the person is in immediate danger, call 911.
If Church Personnel Is Involved In Alleged Abuse:
Step One - Contact Civil Authorities.
Step Two - Contact one of the following:
Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Outreach, Vicki L. Pyatt, LMSW at
(361) 573-0828 or email pastoralcare@victoriadioces.org
Bishop or Chancellor of the Diocese of Victoria at (361) 573-0828
Written Allegations Should Be Sent To: Office of the Bishop
P.O. Box 4070
Victoria, Texas 77903
"Mark as "Personal and Confidential"
We will also help you bring your concerns to church officials outside the diocese if the abuse occurred elsewhere and you now reside in the Diocese of Victoria. If you are unsure about bringing a complaint or would like further information, please contact Vicki L. PyattThe Safe Environment Coordinator for Holy Cross Parish is Sandra Thompson. She may be contacted at (979) 245-6379, or by email, at hc3_office@holycrossbaycity.org.
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Dn 9:4b-10Responsorial Psalm Ps 79:8, 9, 11 and 13Gospel Lk 6:36-38
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