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Around 250 faith educators came together for a day of formation with Bishop Mulvey and Chris Bartlett, Director of Ablaze Ministry. They reflected on the theme for the new catechetical year, “Lord, when did we see you hungry?” (Mt 25:37) and what being “missionary disciples” mean for their ministry.

Today is the final day of the National Conference of Diocesan Vocation Directors in Minneapolis, Minnesota, which Vocation Director Bob Cummings and Fr. Charles Silva attended. They said they'd come back with some fresh ideas and, most of all, invigorated by the witness of many and the fraternity they experienced!

*Synodality Retreat with Bishop Mulvey
Listening: Our future*
Saturday, September 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Parish Hall, 800 South Reynolds Street in Alice, TX.

Why join this retreat?
You will learn more about synodality and how to implement it in your parish. This is a unique opportunity to participate in the future of the Church while learning about the value and importance of communicating and listening more effectively.

Who can join this retreat?
It’s in the deanery of Alice, but everyone is welcome. Know that more Synodality Retreats in all deaneries will follow.

What do I need to do to participate?
Register at diocesecc.org/listening by Tuesday, September 3. Lunch will be included.

News from St John Paul II High School!

Mark your calendars - a relic of Blessed Fr. Michael McGivney, the founder of the Knights of Columbus, is coming to our diocese on Wednesday, September 4, at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church
https://diocesecc.org/news/relic-of-blessed-fr-michael-mcgivney-comes-to-corpus-christi

Congratulations to Sir Knight Joe Saavedra! On September 1, 2024, he will assume the position of District Master for the 4th District of Texas of the Knights of Columbus. The 4th District consists of the Dioceses of Corpus Christi, Brownsville and Laredo. It has been a while since Corpus Christi has had a Master!

Love God's Will - read more about this fantastic movie screening with the parents of Fr. Ryan Stawaisz personally present!
https://diocesecc.org/news/the-right-priorities

Thinking of our Perpetual Pilgrims who visited our Diocese of Corpus Christi at the end of May!
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Bishop Mulvey's Birthday Mass at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church - read more about his homily:
https://diocesecc.org/news/bishop-mulvey-wherever-we-are-love-life-returns

Food distribution at the Food Pantry of St. Helena of the True Cross of Jesus in Corpus Christi Tx - this Wednesday, 1-3pm!
Distribucion de alimentos, miercoles, 28 de agosto, 1-3pm!

Love God’s Will: the movie on the life of Fr. Ryan Stawaisz was amazing and compelled everyone attending the screening to strive for sanctity!

Happy 75th birthday, Bishop Mulvey! More than 50 priests concelebrated with him a solemn Mass at Most Precious Blood Parish. In his homily, the bishop emphasized how important it is to come together: “No one can live Christianity alone!” Together, all faithful are called to bring life to our world that has excluded God so that the desert can flower.
He thanked all his brother priests who welcomed him and bring Jesus’ presence in their parishes.
On behalf of the priests, Vicar General Fr. Paul Hesse thanked Bishop Mulvey for “being a true shepherd and a friend,”

Happy Birthday, Bishop Mulvey! We love you and we wish you all the best!
Read more about his 75th birthday:
https://diocesecc.org/news/happy-birthday-bishop-mulvey

New Assignments: A new team for the Office of the Permanent Diaconate and two parishes
https://diocesecc.org/news/new-appointments-for-pastors-throughout-the-diocese-and-for-the-office-of-the-permanent-diaconate

Make the new school year a year of friendship! Bishop Mulvey celebrated Mass for the beginning of the school year:
https://diocesecc.org/news/make-the-new-school-year-a-year-of-friendship

“God has no hands than yours…”

Mark your calendars for this year's State of the Diocese!

50 years Clinical Pastoral Education Program at CHRISTUS Spohn: a jubilee and new plans for future chaplains
https://diocesecc.org/news/bishop-mulvey-to-chaplains-be-a-symbol-of-gods-presence

Update: Fr. John had a sucessful surgical procedure yesterday. Not long after recovery, he was making a few phone calls and sending text messages. Please continue to pray for his recovery!
His first words after surgery were, "Thank you Jesus and St. Charbel!"
He is very grateful for everyone's prayers on his behalf

Your prayers are greatly needed and appreciated at this moment for our bleoved pastor, Fr. John Chavarria, who was in a car accident Sunday evening. He is currently undergoing surgery at this time. 🙏🙏🙏

Ready for the new school year! (at St. Anthony Catholic School in Robstown)

Our seminarians enjoyed their fraternity days with Vocation Director Bob Cummings and Fr. Charles Silva at the Schoenstatt Retreat Center in Rockport! Prayer, pickle ball, pontoon boat tour in the summer heat, karaoke and games were part of their program to forge friendships and build community!
Corpus Christi - Office of Vocations

The first day of school is the first step in a great adventure.

Welcome back, Bobcats! The 147 students of St. Elizabeth School - Alice started their school year excited to see their friends and learn what God has in store for them this year!

First Day of School! Vacation time is over, and the students at St. Anthony’s School in Robstown are excited to be back, see their friends and learn new things!

Calling all youth ministers and teens - Let's Brighten Our Community Weekend retreat! Register at https://form.jotform.com/communicationsdofcc/lets-brighten-our-community!

KLUX 89.5 HD Radio is inviting everyone for their annual Pledgefest: Call and pledge your donation from August 26 to August 30! However, you can get an early start to help KLUX meet its goal by donating online or sending a check right now. Share this information with friends and family, or call 361-289-6437 for more information!

St. George Catholic Church hosted a Theology on Tap on Wednesday, July 31st, at Georgio’s, a local pizza place in George West, TX. The presenter was Deacon Jim Craig, supported by pastor Fr. Romeo Salinas, and the topic of discussion was The Real Presence of Our Lord in the Most Holy Eucharist. They were pleased to host over 15 adults, young and old, that evening from several of the surrounding towns and cities, and the parish is planning to host another similar event in the near future!

SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2024! 🙏✨💒
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Join Bishop Michael Mulvey as he delves into the current state of our diocese, exploring our progress, future plans, and the unwavering faith that guides us. Together, let's embrace this sacred path and soar to new spiritual heights. 🕊💫
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Admission is $12 per person, and $7 for children under 12. A meal will be provided. All the family is welcome to attend! Register by October 15 at diocesecc.org/stateof
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It's only the beginning!