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34th Annual Red Mass

Praying for those who study and serve in the administration of justice
- Presented by
  The Diocese of Austin and the
  St. Thomas More Society
  
  October 2, 2025, at 6 p.m.
  Mass celebrated by Bishop Daniel E. Garcia
  Livestream available
  
  St. Austin Parish
  2026 Guadalupe Street
  Austin, TX 78705
  
  PARKING
  Validated parking (garage) on San Antonio Street just north of MLK, across from the Otis Hotel.
  
  Following Mass, 7 p.m.
  Dinner and Program
  in St. Austin Parish Hall
  
  Keynote Speaker
  Dr. Gerard Wegemer
  Founding Director of the Center for Thomas More Studies
  
  All tickets have been sold for the dinner & program.
- Dr. Gerard Wegemer, is a nationally known prominent scholar on St. Thomas More, known for his numerous publications and contributions to the field of More studies. His works include "Thomas More: A Portrait of Courage" and "Thomas More on Statesmanship". He is also the founding director of the Center for Thomas More Studies at the University of Dallas.
- Table Sponsorship Benefits
  Full Table (8) at Buffett Dinner
  Recognition as Patron Sponsor in all communications, including listing in event program, social media, advertisements, and logo on Red Mass website page
  Recognition as Patron Sponsor of St. Thomas More Society (website, social media)
  Post-event recognition as Patron Sponsor in printed materials and social media
- The Red Mass tradition dates from the 13th century. It is named for the red vestments worn by the priests and the scarlet robes worn by the Lord High Justices. Liturgical red is proper for a votive Mass of the Holy Spirit and symbolizes a willingness to defend the truth. In the United States today, a Red Mass is celebrated in most major metropolitan areas and is attended by judges, lawyers, public officials, law faculty, and law students.
  Forward this invitation to other interested attorneys, judges, professors, students of law, family, friends and the faithful of the Diocese of Austin. All are welcome who wish to receive blessings at the opening of the 2025 judicial year.