I am the Director of Campus Ministry for the schools of the Texas Medical Center. I received my doctorate in philosophy from the University of Saint Thomas in Houston in 1999, and for the past 14 years I was the campus minister at Sam Houston State University.
April 18 – 21, 2019 With joy and thanksgiving we celebrate the Paschal Mystery, the great victory Jesus Christ won for us over sin and death. From the USCCB: The summit of the Liturgical Year is the Easter Triduum—from the evening of Holy Thursday to the evening of Easter Sunday. Though chronologically three days, they … More 2019 Easter Triduum Mass Times
The three traditional practices for the observance of Lent are prayer, fasting and almsgiving. And since the purpose of Lent is to prepare for the celebration of Easter by strengthening our relationship with God, it makes sense to spend more time with Him in prayer and conversation, as well as imitating the God who is … More Why Do Catholics Fast?
March 6, 2019 is Ash Wednesday which begins the Church’s season of penance, prayer and works of charity in preparation for the celebration of the mystery of our salvation which Jesus accomplished with his suffering, death and ultimate resurrection at Easter. Here are the times at nearby chapels and parishes when ashes are available, and … More Ash Wednesday, March 6, 2019
December 18, 2018 (Tuesday) – Catholic Healthcare Professionals of Houston In honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the group will be hosting a dinner for retired priests. Please join us to give back to the priest who have given so much over their many years. Time: 5:15 pm – 8 pm Place: Fiorenza House at … More Dinner for Retired Priests: Catholic Healthcare Professionals of Houston
Thursday, November 1 is the Solemnity of All Saints. It is a holy day of obligation. Here are the Mass times at nearby chapels and parishes: CHI Baylor St. Luke’s Hospital chapel: 12 noon Memorial Hermann Hospital Mirtha G. Dunn Interfaith Chapel: 12 noon. St. Mary’s Chapel at Rice University, 1714 Rice Blvd.: 4:40 pm. Holy … More All Saints Day, November 1, 2018
Wednesday, August 15, is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a holy day of obligation. Here are the Mass times at nearby chapels and parishes. Check back to see if other hospital chapels add Masses. Houston Methodist Hospital Wiess Memorial Chapel: 12 noon. MD Anderson Cancer Center chapel: 12 noon. Texas … More August 15, 2018 – Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Holy Day of Obligation
Please join us as we read and pray the Scriptures for Mass for the upcoming Sunday. This Sunday is the Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptists. You can find the Mass reading by clicking here. We will meet at 12 noon on the second floor of the Mary Gibbs Jones Building (1130 … More Catholic Bible Study in the TMC – Wednesday, June 20, 2018
March 29 – April 1, 2018 With joy and thanksgiving we celebrate the Paschal Mystery, the great victory Jesus Christ won for us over sin and death. From the USCCB: The summit of the Liturgical Year is the Easter Triduum—from the evening of Holy Thursday to the evening of Easter Sunday. Though chronologically three days, … More 2018 Easter Triduum Mass Times
The three traditional practices of Lent come from Jesus’ admonitions in the Gospel for Ash Wednesday: “when you fast . . ., when you pray . . ., when you give alms . . .” In order to enliven our acts of self-denial and charity, we ought to seek to grow closer to God in … More 2018 Lenten Devotions – Prayer in the TMC
February 14, 2018 is Ash Wednesday which begins the Church’s season of penance, prayer and works of charity in preparation for the celebration of the mystery of our salvation which Jesus accomplished with his suffering, death and ultimate resurrection at Easter. Here are the times at nearby chapels and parishes when ashes are available, and … More Ash Wednesday, February 14, 2018
