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Guest host Julie Dumalet, director of the Office of Pro-Life Activities for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, talks with Dr. Martin McCaffrey and Monica Rivera about a new ministry in the archdiocese that offers support for parents and families when there is a prenatal diagnosis. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

December 23 O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law: come to save us, Lord our God! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses 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. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

December 22 O King of all nations and keystone of the Church: come and save man, whom you formed from the dust! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses 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. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

December 21 O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death. The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses 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. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

December 20 O Key of David, opening the gates of God’s eternal Kingdom: come and free the prisoners of darkness! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses 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. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

December 19 O Root of Jesse’s stem, sign of God’s love for all his people: come to save us without delay! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses 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. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

December 18 O Leader of the House of Israel, giver of the Law to Moses on Sinai: come to rescue us with your mighty power! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses 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. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

December 17 O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love: come to teach us the path of knowledge! The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. They are a magnificent theology that uses 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. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

This summer, we are celebrating 25 years of Café Catholica - our annual young adult summer series! Listen as Fr. Sean Horrigan and Vivian Ramos, two members of the team that helped to launch Café Catholica 25 years ago, reminisce about the beginnings of this annual event and why they still encourage young adults to attend today. The Café Catholica summer series is open to all young adults (ages 18-39) and features dynamic speakers, prayer, and social . Café Catholica 2024 will be held at St. Vincent de Paul (6800 Buffalo Speedway, Houston) on Monday evenings in July. Each night will include Confession at 5:15 pm, Mass at 6:15 pm, Dinner at 7:15 pm, and Talk at 8:15 pm. This year’s theme is: Home with Him. Come for all or part of the evening! No registration is needed to attend. Donations are accepted. www.cafecatholica.org ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

Most of us are familiar with the Corporal Works of Mercy, but the instruction to visit those in prison can be a challenge to many Catholics. Maybe we are held back by fear or intimidation or perhaps we don't know how to help or where to start. Today I'm joined by Scott Underwood, Associate Director with the Office of Correctional Ministries for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, Trey Mirenda, a Catholic chaplain with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and Tony VanDerbur, the Executive Director of Christian New Creation, which runs Isaiah House and Providence House. Together, they share stories of hope, forgiveness, and transformation from their ministries to bring Christ to those incarcerated in the prisons and jails located across the Archdiocese. Kolbe Prison Ministries Office of Correctional Ministries Special Youth Services Christian New Creation (Isaiah House and Providence House) Angela House ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

Join us for a conversation with our three seminarians - Dcn. David Ramirez, Dcn. Viet Nguyen, and Dcn. Luis Armas - who are about to be ordained as priests for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston on Saturday, June 1 at 10 a.m. at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in downtown Houston. They shared their vocation stories, their calling to the priesthood, and how they hope God is able to use them to make his presence more fully known right here in our Archdiocese. The Ordination Mass will be livestreamed on our website (archgh.org/live) and on our social media channels. If you or someone you know is discerning God's call to the priesthood or religious life, they can contact the Office of Vocations online at houstonvocations.com. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

Almost two years ago, with their decision in the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women's Health Organization, the Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade  and officially overturned the constitutional right to an abortion in the United States. Since then, the decision on how abortions are handled has been relegated to each individual state, which means that the fight to protect life goes on. Today we are joined by Julie Dumalet, Director of the Office of Pro-Life Activities, to get an update on what's been happening in the news and what is going on here in Galveston-Houston. This episode does contain discussions about abortion, miscarriage, and in vitro fertilization (IVF), which can be sensitive topics for some listeners. If you would like assistance or are looking for help, please call the Office of Pro-Life Activities at 713-741-8728. You can also find them online at www.archgh.org/prolife.  ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

We often hear about high school-age teenagers today having to deal with issues and facing challenges that many of us never had to deal with when we were their age. And the idea of working with them and accompanying them on their faith journeys can be intimidating when we think about the teen culture that can sometimes seem so foreign and inaccessible. How are we as a Church supposed to work with teens today amid all the chaos that is going on in their lives and help them to deal with the challenges facing them as young Catholics? To talk about that with us today, I'm joined by Brian Henrtize and Jeanette Gonzalez - two of the Associate Directors from the Office of Adolescent Catechesis and Evangelization. We also discuss the upcoming Archdiocesan Youth Conference (AYC), taking place on July 26-28, the largest event we hold each year for Catholic teens. Office of Adolescent Catechesis and Evangelization Archdiocesan Youth Conference (AYC) AYC on Instagram AYC on Facebook ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

"We are an Easter people, and alleluia is our song!"  Happy Easter! As Catholics, we will celebrate the season of Easter for 50 days until Pentecost. But what does it mean to be an Easter people? How do we maintain that joy long after the decorations are put away and all the Easter candy has been eaten? Fr. Richard Hinkley from St. Mary's Seminary joins us to talk about how can truly live our lives with the joy of Easter and the truth of the Resurrection, even when we face difficulties. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube

We have entered Holy Week, and this Thursday evening, we will leave the season of Lent and enter into the Sacred Paschal Triduum, which begins with the evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, reaches its high point in the Easter Vigil, and closes with Evening Prayer on Easter Sunday. These three days mark the summit of our liturgical year as we recall the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. My guest today is Fr. Richard Hinkley from St. Mary's Seminary. We discuss what happens during the Triduum and how we can enter into these days more prayerfully and intentionally so that we can fully celebrate the joy of the resurrection. ----------------------------------- To learn about the ministries and offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, visit us online at archgh.org. Facebook Instagram YouTube