Around the Archdiocese

December 20 O Key of David, opening the gates of God’s eternal Kingdom: come and free the prisoners of darkness! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses ancient biblical imagery drawn from the messian...

December 19 O Root of Jesse’s stem, sign of God’s love for all his people: come to save us without delay! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses ancient biblical imagery drawn from the messianic hope...

December 18 O Leader of the House of Israel, giver of the Law to Moses on Sinai: come to rescue us with your mighty power! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses ancient biblical imagery drawn from t...

December 17 O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love: come to teach us the path of knowledge! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses ancient biblical imagery drawn from the...

Singing the O Antiphons with Zachary Turner December 11, 2023 Season 01, Episode 12 Next Sunday, we enter the second half of Advent. Beginning on Dec. 17, the Church will sing the 'O Antiphons' as part of Evening Prayer. These antiphons use ancient biblical imagery drawn from the messianic hopes of the Old Testament to proclaim the coming Christ as the fulfillment not only of Old Testame...

Back to the Beginning with Lisa May December 4, 2023 Season 01, Episode 11 As the fifth-largest diocese in the United States, it can be hard to imagine what the Catholic Church in Galveston-Houston looked like hundreds of years ago. But understanding our history can allow us to see how far we've come, challenge us in our own faith journeys, and remind us to be thankful for those who helped to...

#GivingTuesday with Michael Schillaci and Nick Sawicki November 27, 2023 Season 01, Episode 10 Tomorrow is GivingTuesday, an event created as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. In the midst of all of our spending and preparations for Christmas, we sit down with Michael Schillaci and Nick Sawicki from the Office of Development to talk about some of the needs of the Archdiocese...

A Day in the Life of a Vocations Director with Fr. Richard McNeillie November 20, 2023 Season 01, Episode 09 This episode should have been recorded a few weeks ago during National Vocations Awareness Week, but Fr. Richard is always on the move! We were able to sit him down for a brief interview about his roles as the director of the Office of Vocations and the director of seminarians. To learn mor...

Discover Catholic Schools Week 2023 with Dr. Debra Haney and Dr. Mazie McCoy November 13, 2023 Season 01, Episode 08 It's Discover Catholic Schools Week! Join us for a discussion about the joys and benefits of a Catholic education for your children as we talk with Dr. Debra Haney and Dr. Mazie McCoy from the Archdiocesan Catholic Schools Office. For more information about Catholic schools in...

Evangelization and Catechesis with Amy Auzenne and Miguel Vences November 6, 2023 Season 01, Episode 07 In this episode, we discuss catechesis and sacrament preparation for persons with disabilities, including adaptations and resources, as we speak with Melissa Alvarez and Matt Kiernan from the Office of Evangelization and Catechesis. For more information about ministry to persons with disabilitie...

Evangelization and Catechesis with Amy Auzenne and Miguel Vences October 30, 2023 Season 01, Episode 06 In this episode, we get to know Amy Auzenne and Miguel Vences from the Office of Evangelization and Catechesis as we discuss what those two words mean, the relation between catechesis and evangelization, and what their office does that makes a difference in your parish. For more information abou...

Divorce and Annulments with Fr. Luke Millette October 23, 2023 Season 01, Episode 05 In this episode, we discuss some of the misconceptions regarding divorce and annulments as we speak with Fr. Luke Millette, Judicial Vicar at the Archdiocesan Metropolitan Tribunal. For more information about seeking a Declaration of Nullity or other issues regarding Canon Law, you can visit their website at www.a...

St. Joseph Foster Care Ministry with Julie Dumalet and Chandler James October 16, 2023 Season 01, Episode 04 In this episode, we learn about a new program from the Office of Pro-Life Activities, the St. Joseph Foster Care Ministry. We talk with Julie Dumalet, Director of the Office of Pro-Life Activities, and Chandler James from the Riverside Project about this new initiative and collaboration. Fo...

Liturgical Ministries with Adam Brill and Dr. Dan Girardot October 9, 2023 Season 01, Episode 03 On this episode, we talk with Adam Brill and Dr. Dan Girardot from the Office of Worship. We discuss the role of the office, as well as upcoming training opportunities for lay liturgical ministers (lectors, acolytes, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, etc.) Trainings, workshops, resources, and...

World Youth Day 2023 Recap with Angie Pometto and Auxiliary Bishop Italo Dell'Oro Oct. 2, 2023 Season 01, Episode 02 On this episode, we talk with Angie Pometto, director of the Office of Young Adult and Campus Ministry, and Auxiliary Bishop Italo Dell'Oro as they share their stories and reflect on their experiences at the 2023 World Youth Day celebration in Lisbon, Portugal. If you woul...

Preparing for World Youth Day 2023 with Angie Pometto and Thalia Romero July 17, 2023 Season 01, Episode 01 On this episode, we talk with Angie Pometto and Thalia Romero from the Office of Young Adult and Campus Ministry as they prepare for their upcoming pilgrimage to the World Youth Day celebration in Lisbon, Portugal next month. If you would like more information about World Youth Day, or if yo...