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"Work is fundamental to the dignity of a person. Work, to use an image, 'anoints' us with dignity, fills us with dignity, makes us similar to God, who has worked and still works, who always acts..."

- Pope Francis, Feast of St. Joseph the Worker and World Labor Day, 5/1/13

Photo: Pope Francis and Letsile Tebogo | Athletica Vaticana 2024

Botswana's Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo had a special meeting on August 28 ahead of competing in today's Golden Gala Rome Diamond League athletics meet.

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As we approach the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Diocese of San Antonio and its central celebration Assembly 2024: Walking United in Christ let us contemplate “the strong foundations left by all who have preceded us” by reading about our history.

Leading up to the Assembly on October 26 and in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the diocese, Today’s Catholic Newspaper would like to hear your story! Do you have a story to share about the archdiocese, it's history, or what the local Church means to you? Submit your story using this form.

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The Season of Creation (September 1–October 4) encourages us to celebrate the gift of creation and work together for our common home. Join us to celebrate the Ninth anniversary of Laudato Si’ and the Season of Creation with an outdoor Mass with Mariachi celebrated by Archbishop Gustavo on 8 a.m. at Mission San Francisco de la Espada followed by a 1.5-mile (30-minute) walk to Mission San Juan.  

After the walk, enjoy free coffee, tacos, and paletas at Mission San Juan. Free transportation will be provided from Mission San Juan to Mission San Francisco de la Espada. This event is free and open to the public. No RSVP is needed. Bring water bottles and wear comfortable shoes. For more information, contact Nicky Mata at Nicky.Mata@archsa.org or call (210) 328-3939. 

In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak will celebrate a special Mass of Remembrance at St. Dominic Church at 6:30 p.m. for those who have died by suicide and to bring consolation to those who grieve their passing. We invite all who live in the grief of suicide loss to come together in prayer as we remember our brothers and sisters and commend them to God’s love, mercy, and care.

Congratulations to St. Gregory the Great girls' volleyball team on their amazing win. Your hard work and teamwork truly paid off. Keep up the great work.

Photo: Veronica Markland | Today's Catholic Newspaper

The 23rd of August commemorates the anniversary of the Feast Day of St. Rose of Lima. On that day, CHRISTUS Children’s Hospital celebrated with a Mass at which Father Carlos Velázquez, rector of San Fernando Cathedral, presided; crowning of a statue of St. Rose; treats, activity kits for children; and a Peruvian food menu in the cafeteria. “St. Rose gave up everything to devote herself to a life of healing, compassion and advocacy by the help of her prayers, may we continue to seek to use resources to aid in healing, alleviate suffering and advocate for those in need. May we ever continue to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ,” stated the hospital.

St. Mary’s University students, faculty, staff and alumni volunteered across San Antonio on August 24, for Continuing the Heritage - the longstanding event during which the St. Mary’s community serves at partnering nonprofits throughout the city. The day of service happens at the beginning of each academic year. It brings together volunteers for projects, such as sorting and packing produce and household items for distribution, organizing books for kids, cleaning up graffiti and working hands-on with animals. Volunteers helped revitalize community gardens, which provide fresh, organic produce to those in need. The event drew about 400 volunteers. They met at the St. Mary’s University Flex Field for an opening ceremony, which included breakfast and prayer. From 9 a.m. until noon, volunteers served at several sites. Since 1997, 24,547 volunteers have offered more than 66,681 hours to organizations that provide much-needed services throughout the area. It is estimated that those volunteer hours would have equated to an economic impact of more than $2 million.

To find more archdiocesan events and activities visit our website, https://archsa.org/events.

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