Pope Benedict XVI, through the Vatican’s Congregation of Bishops, has named Auxiliary Bishop Oscar Cantú Apostolic Administrator for the Archdiocese of San Antonio. The appointment is effective May 26, 2010 as Archbishop José Gomez vacates his seat as Archbishop of San Antonio and assumes his position as coadjutor archbishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, CA. The announcement was made by Apostolic Nuncio, Pietro Sambi, the Vatican’s ambassador and its liaison to the Catholic Church in the United States.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Summer Internship Opportunity
The Texas Catholic Conference is pleased to offer a small number of unpaid internships this summer. Internship areas include graphic design, public policy, and public relations/marketing. Tasks can include:
What is the standard intern work schedule?
The Texas Catholic Conference hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. An intern's specific hours will be determined after the interview process is complete, and is flexible depending on the needs of the Conference and the intern.
What are the requirements?
Ideal candidates possess a commitment to Catholic moral and social teaching, a strong grade point average as well as writing and research skills, and a commitment to work at least 12 weeks.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions, or to learn more about available TCC internship opportunities, please contact Maria Huemmer at 512-339-9882 or at maria@txcatholic.org.
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- Update Conference policy paper information
- Assist in planning for 2010 Scripture Seminar, General Assembly, and Legislative Advocacy days
- Gather contact information for Conference internal communication
- Work on graphic and web design for the Conference web site
- Attend policy strategy meeting
- Market and promote Conference web site, newsletter, and social media
What is the standard intern work schedule?
The Texas Catholic Conference hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. An intern's specific hours will be determined after the interview process is complete, and is flexible depending on the needs of the Conference and the intern.
What are the requirements?
Ideal candidates possess a commitment to Catholic moral and social teaching, a strong grade point average as well as writing and research skills, and a commitment to work at least 12 weeks.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions, or to learn more about available TCC internship opportunities, please contact Maria Huemmer at 512-339-9882 or at maria@txcatholic.org.
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Mass of Reception for Coadjutor Archbishop Gomez Today
The Mass of Reception for Coadjutor Archbishop Gomez will be today at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles.
You can find further information about the Mass for the Reception of at the Coadjutor web site here. Click the "Reception Mass" menu item at the top of the web site to see further information about the mass. The homilies, worship aid and other information will be posted at that location as they become available.A live video feed will be also be provided during the mass. The video feed will be viewable on that page.
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You can find further information about the Mass for the Reception of at the Coadjutor web site here. Click the "Reception Mass" menu item at the top of the web site to see further information about the mass. The homilies, worship aid and other information will be posted at that location as they become available.A live video feed will be also be provided during the mass. The video feed will be viewable on that page.
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Friday, May 21, 2010
Bishops Urge Congress to Support Bill to Remedy Abortion, Conscience Flaws in Health Care Reform Law
Congress should support a bipartisan bill that will remedy the abortion and conscience flaws in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), according to the Chairman of the U.S. bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities. In a May 20 letter to Congress, Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston said PPACA was an important step toward ensuring access to health coverage for all Americans but was “profoundly flawed in its treatment of abortion, conscience rights, and fairness to immigrants.”
Friday, May 7, 2010
May Capitol Comments: Labor Day Reflections
By: Jennifer Carr Allmon, Associate Director, Texas Catholic Conference
Happy Labor Day! No, you are not in an episode of Flash Forward and you didn't just sleep through the hot Texas summer, I'm referring to May 1, which is Labor Day in many parts of the world. In 1955, Pope Pius XII established the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker on May 1 to remind Catholics of the Christian dignity of labor. It's a good time to reflect on those whose work is physically demanding, like St. Joseph's carpentry, but it's also important to remember the dignity of work and the rights of all workers, a key theme in Catholic social teaching.
Happy Labor Day! No, you are not in an episode of Flash Forward and you didn't just sleep through the hot Texas summer, I'm referring to May 1, which is Labor Day in many parts of the world. In 1955, Pope Pius XII established the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker on May 1 to remind Catholics of the Christian dignity of labor. It's a good time to reflect on those whose work is physically demanding, like St. Joseph's carpentry, but it's also important to remember the dignity of work and the rights of all workers, a key theme in Catholic social teaching.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
USCCB Migration Chairman Joins Arizona Bishops in Decrying Anti-Immigrant Measure, Calls for Comprehensive Reform
En Español
In solidarity with the Catholic bishops of Arizona, Bishop John C. Wester of Salt Lake City, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Committee on Migration, issued a statement April 27, opposing the enactment and implementation of Arizona SB 1070, which criminalizes undocumented immigrants.
“This new law, although limited to the State of Arizona, could have impact throughout the nation, in terms of how members of our immigrant communities are both perceived and treated,” Bishop Wester said in the statement. “SB 1070 gives law enforcement officials powers to detain and arrest individuals based on a very low legal standard, possibly leading to the profiling of individuals based upon their appearance, manner of speaking, or ethnicity.”
Bishop Wester called SB 1070 “symptomatic of the absence of federal leadership on the issue of immigration” and called for “the Administration and Congress to work in a bipartisan manner to enact comprehensive immigration reform as soon as possible.”
Full text of the statement follows.
In solidarity with the Catholic bishops of Arizona, Bishop John C. Wester of Salt Lake City, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Committee on Migration, issued a statement April 27, opposing the enactment and implementation of Arizona SB 1070, which criminalizes undocumented immigrants.
“This new law, although limited to the State of Arizona, could have impact throughout the nation, in terms of how members of our immigrant communities are both perceived and treated,” Bishop Wester said in the statement. “SB 1070 gives law enforcement officials powers to detain and arrest individuals based on a very low legal standard, possibly leading to the profiling of individuals based upon their appearance, manner of speaking, or ethnicity.”
Bishop Wester called SB 1070 “symptomatic of the absence of federal leadership on the issue of immigration” and called for “the Administration and Congress to work in a bipartisan manner to enact comprehensive immigration reform as soon as possible.”
Full text of the statement follows.
Immigration Reform Framework Needs Work, But ‘Important First Step’ In Legislative Process, Say U.S. Bishops
En Español
The U.S. bishops called the introduction of a framework on immigration reform by Senate leadership, April 29, an “Important first step” in the process of achieving enactment of comprehensive reform legislation. The framework, developed by Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) and endorsed by Senate leadership, attempts to lay a road map for launching negotiations toward a bipartisan immigration reform bill.
The bishops’ position was outlined April 29, by Bishop John C. Wester of Salt Lake City, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Committee on Migration.
“We urge members of both parties to begin a process toward introducing and enacting bipartisan legislation which affirms the rule of law and basic human rights,” Bishop Wester said.
Bishop Wester pointed to flaws in the framework that require revision, including a controversial provision that would permit same-sex couples to receive immigration benefits equal to married couples. He also pointed out that enforcement measures in the framework should not violate basic rights, and that policies that address the root causes of migration should be addressed.
The U.S. bishops called the introduction of a framework on immigration reform by Senate leadership, April 29, an “Important first step” in the process of achieving enactment of comprehensive reform legislation. The framework, developed by Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) and endorsed by Senate leadership, attempts to lay a road map for launching negotiations toward a bipartisan immigration reform bill.
The bishops’ position was outlined April 29, by Bishop John C. Wester of Salt Lake City, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Committee on Migration.
“We urge members of both parties to begin a process toward introducing and enacting bipartisan legislation which affirms the rule of law and basic human rights,” Bishop Wester said.
Bishop Wester pointed to flaws in the framework that require revision, including a controversial provision that would permit same-sex couples to receive immigration benefits equal to married couples. He also pointed out that enforcement measures in the framework should not violate basic rights, and that policies that address the root causes of migration should be addressed.
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