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Historical Introduction We call the Niceno-Constantinopolitan Creed the Nicene Creed. The Nicene Creed is professed every Sunday at Mass in... The post The Nicene Creed: Explained! appeared first on...
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Some time ago I wrote Part One of this article and then promised a Part Two. I stalled on writing... The post What If I’m Not the Prodigal Son? (Part 2) appeared first on Catholic Link.
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As we celebrate and rejoice over the canonization of Pope Paul VI, we would like to share a few videos... The post Why Is St. Pope Paul VI Called “The Pilgrim Pope”? appeared first on Catholic...
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This week on Liturgy Live we talk about Wisdom, the Word of God, and the cost of discipleship. In the... The post The Cost of Discipleship | Liturgy Live 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time appeared first...
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Fr. Brice Higginbotham from the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux provides excellent insight into the meaning and significance of the altar as he answers many... The post Why Does The Priest...
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News from the Vatican
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The Catholic Church and digital media was one theme that had not been getting much press attention at the Synod of Bishops, but finally emerged during the third week of talks dedicated to...
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South Korea's president thanked Pope Francis for promoting peace and dialogue on Wednesday as he arrived in Italy for a papal audience, where he's expected to extend an invitation from North Korean...
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Speaking to his brother Jesuits in Lithuania last month, Pope Francis solicited their support in moving forward the work of the Second Vatican Council.
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A person may not have killed someone, but if they are angry or have hate toward another person, it is like they have killed him or her in their heart, Pope Francis said Wednesday.
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At a time of technological and scientific progress, "we ought to feel shame" for not having advanced in "humanity and solidarity" enough to feed the world's poor, Pope Francis...
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Catholic News Service
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Vatican Media By Anne Condodina VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- The point of the Synod of Bishops on young people is not primarily to produce a document, but instead is to learn from Christ...
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IMAGE: CNS/Bob Roller By WASHINGTON (CNS) -- A report from two leading faith-based agencies serving immigrants entering the United States from Mexico and Central America called on the federal...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Paul Haring By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis, at a meeting with South Korean President Moon Jae-in, said he is willing to visit North Korea. North Korean...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Brian Snyder, Reuters By Tom Tracy MIAMI (CNS) -- The physical impact of Hurricane Michael and the anticipated recovery period for parts of the Florida Panhandle appear to be on a...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Juan Medina, Reuters By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Helping young migrants hold fast to their cultural and religious identity, especially in situations where they are a...
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National Catholic Register
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By Mary Rezac/CNA | Tonia Borsellino knows she’s a part of the “1%” in the U.S. It doesn’t bother her. In fact, she seems proud. She’s actually Sister Tonia Borsellino. And as a newly veiled,...
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By Fr. Dwight Longenecker | When I was an Anglican country priest on the Isle of Wight in England, the church was in the center of the village. The ancient idea of the church parish was that it was...
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By Stephen Beale | The elections for Congress may be dominating headlines, but a number of issues of critical importance to Catholics — ranging from abortion to school choice — will be decided in...
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By Catholic News Agency | SAGINAW, Mich . — Bishop Joseph Cistone died in his home Tuesday morning, the Diocese of Saginaw has reported. Local officials told reporters they received a 911 call from...
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By Hannah Brockhaus/CNA | VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis told a group of Italian seminarians to report immediately to their bishop if they ever see or suspect any kind abuse, sexual or otherwise, on...
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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 2 Tm 4:10-17bResponsorial Psalm ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18Gospel Lk 10:1-9
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