The Official Texas Catholic Newspaper

06/24/2026

Summer is here — a season of rest, joy, and time with those we love. But what if it could be more?

In his latest column, Father Jacob Dankasa, pastor of Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic Church, reminds us that beyond the travel and celebrations, summer is also an invitation to deepen our relationship with God. From quiet prayer in the morning to finding God in the beauty of creation, this season can become a true time of renewal — for both body and soul.

How will you make room for God this summer?

Read more in the June 19 print edition of The Texas Catholic
or by visiting https://texascatholic.com/summer-moments-sacred-moments/.

06/24/2026

On June 23, Bishop Edward J. Burns offered a blessing at the groundbreaking for Mary’s Garden at the Monastery of the Infant Jesus of Prague & St. Joseph, home of the Discalced Carmelite Nuns of Dallas. The garden is being built in preparation for the celebration of the order's 100th anniversary in the Diocese of Dallas in 2028.

Rooted in faith and flourishing in hope, Mary’s Garden is a sign of the enduring presence of the Carmelites in North Texas.

Read more in the July 17 print edition of The Texas Catholic.



Catholic Diocese of Dallas Revista Católica Dallas

06/24/2026

From the 2015 World Games in Los Angeles, California, to the 2022 USA Games in Orlando, Florida, Notre Dame School of Dallas STAR Young Adult Program participant Kelley Tyler has traveled across the country with pompoms in tow to cheerlead at Special Olympic events. As she took her pep from place to place, her younger brother, Austin Tyler, was there too, cheering for his sister as she cheered on the competitors.

This month, roles will reverse as Kelley goes to the games to support Austin, who is preparing to represent Team Texas on the basketball court at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.

Read more in the June 19 print edition of The Texas Catholic
or by visiting: https://texascatholic.com/after-years-of-cheering-for-his-sister-tyler-takes-the-court-at-usa-games/

Catholic Schools Diocese of Dallas

06/23/2026

Come together in prayer as the Catholic Diocese of Dallas prepares to Welcome the World, Welcome the Stranger.

On June 24 at 7 p.m., we gather at the National Shrine Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe for a Mass and Holy Hour ahead of the Japan–Sweden match in North Texas — part of the diocesan initiative inviting the faithful to come together in a spirit of hospitality, unity, and encounter.

During this Holy Hour, the faithful will pray the Welcome the World, Welcome the Stranger Prayer in both Swedish and Japanese, lifting up the teams, their fans, and all those traveling to our community.

Come be part of this moment of faith and welcome.

Learn more about all the Holy Hours connected to the upcoming matches: dallascatholic.org/fwc26

Mary Immaculate Catholic Church

06/22/2026

On June 21, the faithful gathered at the National Shrine Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe for a Mass and Holy Hour, coming together in the spirit of hospitality and unity ahead of the Argentina–Austria soccer match in North Texas.

As part of the Catholic Diocese of Dallas’ "Welcome the World, Welcome the Stranger" initiative, this moment invited all—locals and visitors alike—to encounter Christ and one another across cultures, languages, and nations.

Faith, fellowship, and fútbol — rooted in something even greater.

Learn more about diocesan Holy Hours for the upcoming matches: dallascatholic.org/fwc26



Revista Católica Dallas

06/21/2026

Dallas Seminarians in Rome were able to meet Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday at the Audience. Pray for these future fathers and all fathers on this joyful Father’s Day.

06/21/2026

This Father’s Day, we give thanks for the men who live their calling with faith, love, and quiet sacrifice. In homes, parishes, and everyday moments, fathers reflect something of God’s own care — steady, merciful, and strong.

We’re especially grateful for the witness of spiritual fathers who shepherd the faithful with compassion and guidance.

St. Joseph, pray for all fathers today and always.

06/19/2026

Father Luis Prado, IVE, St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Community, offers a special welcome to World Cup fans and recites the Catholic Diocese of Dallas Welcome the World, Welcome the Stranger prayer in Spanish ahead of the Argentina & Austria Holy Hour being held Sunday, June 21, at 7 p.m. at the National Shrine Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Learn more about the diocese’s Holy Hours for the upcoming matches by visiting dallascatholic.org/fwc26.

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