EIM | The purpose of this training is to educate and inform the audience an overview of Adult Protective Services and reporting requirements. This training covers the basics for reporting through the hotline and online reporting system. The audience will gain a better understanding of legal definitions of abuse, neglect, & financial exploitation, the reporting and investigation process and services APS provide when maltreatment has been confirmed.

Join the Diocese of Austin and the St. Thomas More Society for the 34th annual Red Mass for those who serve in law and public service. Mass will be celebrated by Very Rev. James Misko, followed by a dinner and program at St. Austin Parish in Austin.

Father Kevin Rai leads Marian Mornings on first Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon at St. Elizabeth Parish in Pflugerville. The morning includes Mass, a teaching, prayer time, silence and time for the sacrament of reconciliation.

St. John Neumann Parish in Austin hosts a Mass for Vocations at 8:45 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month.

Todos los DREs, Ministros de Juventud, Coordinadores de Formación de Fe, Catequistas, Coordinadores de Formación de Adultos, Maestros de Escuelas Católicas están invitados para un día reflexionaremos sobre la centralidad del anuncio del kerigma en la catequesis y viviremos experiencias prácticas de cómo transmitir lo que el Kerygma es tanto a niños, jóvenes y adultos. Nuestra presentadora será la Dra. Dora Tobar, Directora de Ministerio Hispano de la Diócesis de Austin. Costo $20 por persona

St. Mary Church of the Assumption in Waco hosts a Mass and Holy Hour for Vocations on the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. All are welcome!

A Filipino Mass is celebrated on the first Saturday of the month at 4 p.m. at St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Austin. Fellowship follows right after the Mass at the Parish Activity Center. It’s a potluck dinner, so please bring a dish to share. Come and join us and meet your kababayan!

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in College Station hosts a Holy Hour for Vocations on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the main church. All are welcome!

In an effort to look ahead at the vision of our Church, the Office of Social Justice and Multicultural Engagement, with Deacon Joseph Cannon, will be hosting a series of gatherings to discuss and gain insight as to what the most pertinent objectives and action items are for the black apostolate of the Diocese of Austin. The fruits of these gatherings will result in our new Regional Plan of Action concerning the Black Apostolate.

St. Mary, Our Lady of the Lake Parish in Lago Vista will host their Fall Festival on Saturday, October 11 on the parish grounds. Come and enjoy Faith, Fun, Fellowship, and Food! The day will include a car show, petting zoo, music, games for all ages and the chance to win great prizes. All are welcome!

Nos reunimos mensualmente. Si trabajas con Latino Middle School, High School o Young Adults, (Latinos de Secundaria, Preparatoria o Jóvenes Adultos) estas reuniones son para ti.

Church of the Visitation in Westphalia will host its 118th Picnic on the parish grounds. There will be a meal, live auction, music, baked goods, crafts and games for all ages. All are welcome!

St. John Parish in Round Rock will host its Big Event Oct. 12 from 12 to 3 p.m. on the parish grounds. Come and enjoy fellowship and many fun activities for all ages including food, games, music, and much more. Details: sjvroundrock.org/bigevent.

St. John Parish in Fayetteville hosts a Holy Hour for Vocations on the third Saturday of each month following the 7:30 a.m. Mass. All are welcome!

The annual Healthcare Mass will be celebrated Oct. 18 at 11 a.m. at St. Louis King of France Parish in Austin.

St. Philip Parish in China Spring will host its annual Oktoberfest Oct. 18 on the parish grounds. A German meal of your choice of pork loin or brisket and sausage with all the trimmings will be served for $12 per plate. Hot dog plates are $5 each. Inside dining and plates-to-go will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a Biergarten, Kid's World, a country store and bake sale during the day. A silent auction begins at 11 a.m., live auction begins at 1 p.m and the day will conclude with a dance from 2 to 6 p.m.

The Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary, Court #284, cordially invites ladies of all ages to attend the 2025 Mother–Daughter Tea Oct. 18 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Holy Cross Family Life Center (1110 Concho Street) in Austin. This will be a cherished afternoon of fellowship, elegance and celebration. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. To purchase tickets, contact Bernadette Cay at (405) 208-3388.

St. Helen Parish in Georgetown will host its annual Fall Festival Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the parish grounds. There will be live music throughout the day, games for all ages and a variety of international foods. From Oct. 17-19 there will be a Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in St. Rita Activity Center. Visit https://sainthelens.org/festival for more information.

Holy Qurbono (Holy Mass) in the Syro-Malankara Catholic Rite is celebrated every third Sunday of the month at 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Austin.

Father Mike Schmitz will present his Parables Tour Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. Father Schmitz is a diocesan priest in the Diocese of Duluth, MN, his primary ministry is serving as chaplain for the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD). All the proceeds from each event are helping to fund the construction of a brand-new church and a dedicated space for students to meet, pray, study, and grow in their faith on the UMD campus. Purchase tickets at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/3A00629E853A1CBA.

All scouts, scouting families, and scout leaders are invited to join Fr. Jakob Hurlimann and the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting for a 5-mile hike on our journey to be apostles of faith. The day will begin at 10 a.m. Bring your own lunch and water bottle.

A Candlelight Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. at the Shrine of Our Lady of Schoenstatt in Austin. Join us every last Saturday of the month as we come together for a beautiful evening of prayer and reflection. We gather in the Shrine for a rosary, followed by a peaceful candlelight procession with songs through the Shrine grounds.The Marian Shrine of Our Lady of Schoenstatt is located at 225 Addie Roy Rd, Austin, TX 78746 and is open daily for visitors from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 512-330-0602 or email us at info@schoenstatt.us.

St. Margaret Parish in Giddings will host its annual Fall Festival Oct. 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Silos on 77 in Giddings. Bring the whole family and enjoy delicious plates of chili, chicken fajitas, and tamales. There will also be live music, silent and live auctions, a cake walk and children's games. There will be something for everyone — don’t miss out on the fun, food, and fellowship!

Writing to Heal Mondays: Oct. 27; Nov 3, 10, 17, 24 - 7 to 9 p.m. Mercy of God Prayer Center, St. Thomas More Campus -- -- -- -- -- If you've ever faced traumas, hurtful relationships, or bruising adversity and wondered "Where is God?" in that, then consider attending this workshop: it offers a way to receive God's healing of those wounds through reflective writing. Led by Spiritual Director, healing prayer minister, and former writing instructor Deacon Dan Lupo, PhD, we will spend five consecutive Mondays writing "spiritual reflections" to reveal Jesus' healing presence. We will review insights from James Pennebaker's "Writing to Heal" and Elizabeth Andrew's "Writing the Sacred Journey" (you're encouraged but not required to purchase these books). Then, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we will write our reflections, and together find God offering his healing presence in each experience. Required for each class is something to write on/with (paper/pen, laptop, or a blank journal/notebook). Also, if you keep a journal, bring it. More info or questions: deacondanlupo@yahoo.com.

¡Conoce la belleza de la Eucaristía! El último viernes del mes comenzando a las 7 PM Rosario y 8 PM Misa Inter-parroquial. Jóvenes adultos comparten el Pan de Vida con alegría en parroquial local. (Live) por la página de Facebook.