Around the Archdiocese

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 Testament hopes, but present ones as well. The use of Gregorian chant enhances the beauty of the antiphons and draws us into a deeper contemplation of the longing of all for the Divine Messiah.

This week, we speak with Zachary Turner, Director of Sacred Music at St. Mary's Seminary in Houston, to learn about the role of sacred music in the liturgical life of the Church, and why we should take time this Advent to reflect on the 'O Antiphons.'

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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 establish the Church in Texas.

Lisa May, director of the Archives Office, joins us to share the history of our diocese from the early Spanish missionaries in the 1600s until the founding of the Diocese of Galveston in 1847 and our first bishop, The Right Reverend Jean Marie Odin.

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#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 and how you can help make a difference.

If you would like to donate to the Archdiocese, visit archgh.org/waystogive  to see all the ways you can give. You can also make donations to either Catholic Charities or San José Clinic via the #igivecatholic website.

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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 more about the Vocations Office and what they offer, visit houstonvocations.com and follow 'Houston Vocations' on Facebook and Instagram.

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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 the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit choosecatholicschools.org.

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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 disabilities, please contact the Office of Evangelization and Catechesis at www.archgh.org/oec or call 713-741-8730.

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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 about the Office of Evangelization and Catechesis, you can visit them online at www.archgh.org/oec or call 713-741-8730.

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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.archgh.org/tribunal or call 713-807-9286.

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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.

For more information about St. Joseph Foster Care Ministry, visit our website at archgh.org/prolife.

For more information about The Riverside Project, you can find them online at riversideproject.org.

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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 more can be found on the Office of Worship website at archgh.org/worship.

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