We are a growing Catholic community in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country. We aspire to express the Good News of Jesus Christ in today's society. Through the Eucharistic liturgy, we gather for prayer and raise our hearts, minds and lives to God. Moved by the Holy Spirit, we seek to manifest God's love for all.
For Immediate Release – June 24, 2022
Contact: Camille Garcia Director of Communications (512) 713-4262
Camille-garcia@austindiocese.org
Catholic Bishop of Austin Responds to Supreme Court’s Decision
On Roe vs. Wade
“I am grateful for the Supreme Court’s decision that upholds the gift of life given to us by God. The Church’s commitment to protect human life from conception until natural death remains steadfast. I hope this ruling is met with genuine respect for one another and care for the common good,”
says the Most Reverend Joe Vásquez, Bishop of Austin.
While this decision places the issue of whether to permit elective abortions before each state legislature and does not prohibit abortion across the country, it is a major step in helping to save lives by protecting children in the womb.
The Church continues to pray for and publicly support decisions like this and will continue to advocate with state legislatures to protect our nation’s most vulnerable – unborn children and the mothers who are carrying a child in their wombs. We remain committed and will not waiver in accompanying mothers who face unplanned pregnancies.
There are many organizations and resources available to mothers and fathers including:
About the Diocese of Austin
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin includes 127 parishes, or faith communities, in 25 counties in Central Texas. Bishop Joe S. Vásquez leads the diocese, which stretches over 21,000 square miles. More than 700,000 Catholics live in the diocese.
6225 Highway 290 East • Austin, TX 78723 www.austindiocese.org • (512) 949-2400
A Word from Servant of God Isaac Hecker, Founder of the Paulist Fathers
“On the holy day of the Assumption of the dear blessed Mary mother of our Lord and Saviour Jesus. Oh, may I be found worthy of her regard and love.” (August 15, 1855; Diary, 245)
If you have asked Father Hecker to pray for you or another person who is ill, and you believe something miraculous has happened, phone Father Paul Robichaud, CSP, at 212-265-3209 x350 and tell him your story.
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