In reflecting on the celebration of the birth of our great nation, the frequently spoken words of Pope Saint John Paul II came to mind, “Freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in having the right to do what we ought.” As you are aware, Governor Abbott has re-instituted restrictions on those establishments of business that have been unable to maintain compliance with the three (3) fundamental measures for ensuring the safety of workers and the public: Hygiene/Cleanliness (hand-washing), Physical Distancing, the Use of a Mask or Face Covering. 

Complete Pastoral Letter 07/03/20:  English | Spanish

Regarding Church Teaching on the Sin of Racism

"The Church reproves, as foreign to the mind of Christ, any discrimination against men and women or harassment of them because of their race, color, condition of life, or religion." These words, written at the Second Vatican Council in the Declaration entitled Nostra Aetate, articulate concisely the teaching of the Church against the sin of racism in conformity with the heart and mind of Jesus Christ.

Prayer to Overcome Racism

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