Events around the Diocese

Come Join us for a night of music, praise and worship at Our Lady of Mount Carmel (1008 Austin St, Portland, TX) at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) We will also have a guest speaker, Fr. Ray Yrlas Jr., from Sacred Heart Parish in Rockport Texas. Everyone is welcome to attend this FREE event!

On Friday, Sept. 22, 11 men of our diocese preparing for their ministry as Permanent Deacons will become acolytes. It is another step in their formation. The installation will be at St. Philip the Apostle Parish (3513 Cimarron Blvd, Corpus Christi) starting at 6:30 p.m. Please pray for these men on their journey.

Alicia Cardenas-Sherman, Oscar Flores, Jesus S. Molina, and Deacon Michael J. Rauen will make a permanent commitment to the Gospel Life as they profess into the Secular Franciscan Order during the Celebration of the Eucharist at St Paul the Apostle Catholic Church (2233 Waldron Rd, Corpus Christi) at 10 a.m. on Sept. 23rd. All are invited to attend. A reception will follow in the parish hall.

On Sept. 23 from 6-11:30 p.m. at Most Precious Blood Parish (3502 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi) all are invited to Fall Fest 2023. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $15 presale, $25 at the door.

On Sunday, September 24th join us as we celebrate Deaf Awareness Month in Beeville. There will be Mass with the Deaf Community at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Parish (609 Gramman St) followed by fellowship with food and games at the Newman Catholic Student Center (3905 Charco St) from 12:30-2 p.m.

The DHHC South Texas Craft Show will offer many one-of-a-kind items, food trucks and family fun! This is a FREE ADMISSION event at the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center (5151 McArdle Rd, Corpus Christi) on Saturday, September 30th from 1pm - 6pm. Catholic Charities will have a booth with information about Ministry & Life Enrichment for Persons with Disabilities. 

On Sunday, October 1 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. come out and enjoy great fun, food, and fellowship in celebration of our Texas Heritage at the 39th Annual "Czechfest" Parish Festival at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church (Northwest Blvd, Robstown.) Everyone is invited!

On Saturday, Oct. 7 from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Portland) everyone is invited to explore Eucharistic Teachings & hear from amazing speakers to learn what the Church teaches about this precious gift and why it is pivotal to your spiritual journey. No cost to attend! Register online.

A 1-1/4 lb. Maine lobster, steamed on site, with all the traditional New England sides. Music by Still Crazy. On the patio at Brewster's Street downtown.

Monthly meeting on the second Wednesday of the month, for Scouting volunteers to meet to plan for events, retreats, Religious Emblem classes, and Day of Recollection for our Catholic Boy and Girl Scouts. Committee members are needed. Open to all parents, community members, and troop/pack leaders.

Friday, October 13, from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. at the Moravian Hall (5601 Kostoryz Rd, Corpus Christi) all are invited to join the fun of Casino Night benefitting the Journey to Damascus. Tickets are $50 pre-sale OR $60 at the door.

Join us for the Public Square Rosary Crusade! Saturday, Oct.14 from 12-1 p.m. at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church (3502 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi). The rosary will be held on Saratoga near the school in the tree-shaded area. This is a free event.

On Saturday, Oct. 14 from Noon to 10 p.m. everyone is invited to Nuestra Señora de San Juan de los Lagos Parrish (1755 Frio St.Corpus Christi) for their annual Jamaica Parish Festival. There will be food, music, games and fun for the whole family. This event is FREE to attend.

The annual Brisket and Sausage BBQ will be held Sunday, Oct 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the St. Pius X Parish Hall (5620 Gollihard Rd, Corpus Christi). Plates are $12 donation each and include brisket, Prasek's pork sausage, homestyle potato salad, tasty pinto beans, bread, pickles, onions, and a drink. Tickets are available from Men's Club members pre-sale and at the door. Dine-in or carry-out available.