World Mission Sunday
Special Collection October 19-20, 2024
Catholics in every parish around the world are invited to participate in World Mission Sunday through prayer and support for the World Mission Sunday special collection. This collection supports the Pontifical Mission Societies, a worldwide network at the service of the Pope that supports the missions and the Young Churches with prayer and charity. Downloadable collection resources in English and Spanish, including the World Mission Sunday 2024 message of Pope Francis and Bishop Olson, parish information, posters, artwork, homily guides and general intercessions.
Day of Prayer
Day of Prayer for the Health and Wellness of Clergy and Men and Women Religious, Friday, October 18 – Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist
“The annual Day of Prayer was created to recognize and provide spiritual support to our devoted clergy and men and women religious who tirelessly serve our Church and the people of God. The day will also serve as a powerful reminder of the significance of self-care, healing, maintaining a strong spiritual foundation and promoting a supportive environment for men and women who serve us through their vocations.”
Please use the documents below for promoting this special day during Mass, in your catechetical programs, in your bulletin, Flocknote, Facebook page, newsletter, etc. several weeks in advance. If you need additional resources for promoting vocations in your parish or if you want to start a vocations committee in your parish, please visit www.serrafortworth.org or contact , VP of Vocations for Fort Worth Serra Club.
Day of Prayer Parish Information
Day of Prayer Catechist Resources
National Vocation Awareness Week
Resources for Parishes and Catechists, November 3-9
National Vocation Awareness Week (NVAW) is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promote vocations to ordained ministry and consecrated life through prayer, invitation, and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who are considering one of these particular vocations. It is a time to encourage young people to ask themselves: “To what vocation in life is God calling me?”
Please, use the links below for resources for promoting National Vocation Awareness Week during Mass, in your Bulletin, Catechetical programs, Flocknote or Facebook pages. If you need additional resources for promoting vocations or if you want to start a vocations ministry in your parish, please contact , VP Vocations, Fort Worth Serra Club or visit https://fwdioc.org/parish-vocations-ministries.
National Vocations Week Resources to Download
More About National Vocation Awareness Week
Come & See Discernment Retreat
Friday, November 8, 2024 - Sunday, November 10, 2024
Join us for a Vocations Weekend Retreat for men in high school and college, ages 16 and older, from November 8-10, 2024, at St. Joseph Seminary College in Covington, LA. Experience Mass, discernment stories, communal prayer, and a seminary tour—all at no cost. Transportation is provided to and from the seminary.
For those who are or will be 18 years of age at the time of the event, you will be required to register and complete the Safe Environment training. For more information, contact Vocations at or 817-945-9321. Please register by October 28, 2024.
Ven a Ver Retiro de Discernimiento
Viernes, 8 de noviembre de 2024 - Domingo, 10 de noviembre de 2024
Únase a nosotros para un Retiro de Fin de Semana de Vocaciones para hombres en la escuela secundaria y la universidad, de 16 años en adelante, del 8 al 10 de noviembre de 2024, en St. Joseph Seminary College en Covington, LA. Experimente la misa, las historias de discernimiento, la oración comunitaria y un recorrido por el seminario, todo sin costo alguno. Se proporciona transporte desde y hacia el seminario.
Para aquellos que tengan o vayan a tener 18 años de edad en el momento del evento, se les pedirá que se registren y completen la capacitación de Ambiente Seguro. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con o al 817-945-9321. Regístrese antes del 28 de octubre de 2024.
Seminarian Daily Prayer List
We invite everyone to pray for our seminarians this year. Attached please find the 2024-2025 Seminarian Daily Prayer List. For any additional information please contact the .
Seminarian daily prayer list
Lista diaria de oración de seminarista
Danh sách cầu nguyện hàng ngày
Let Us Auto Register You for #iGiveCatholic
Deadline is November 1, 2024
Thanks to those who have registered to participate in #iGiveCatholic – we currently have 35 parishes, schools, apostolates and other ministries on board to raise money on #GivingTuesday, December 3. We would love to add more! If you want to jump in and get your share of the prizes and matching funds available, but have not already done so, please contact us immediately and we’ll help you through the registration process. (We can even auto-register past participants.) It only takes a minute! Register at https://www.igivecatholic.org/. More details at https://www.advancementfoundation.org/iGiveCatholic-en. Contact at 817-533-7242 for assistance.
Annual Diocesan Appeal 2024-2025
Please send donations to the Advancement Foundation
- Parishes, thank you for promoting the Annual Diocesan Appeal in your parishes! Following Commitment Weekend, please return the large white envelopes with Annual Diocesan Appeal donations to the Advancement Foundation at 201 Main Street, Suite 1198, Fort Worth TX 76102. Foundation staff is available to pick up envelopes of donations as well. Please call at 817-382-4939 for pick up.
- Please continue to promote digital giving with the Annual Diocesan Appeal with the QR code below and the St. Francis Circle recurring giving.
- You can check your parish progress towards goal with your Blackbaud log-in. Contact Dianna Rhoads for Blackbaud access (817) 533-3174 or .
Scan QR Code
Escanear el Código QR
A Special Opportunity for Those Ages 70-1/2 and Older
QCD Limit for 2024 is $105,000
You can give any amount (up to $105,000) per year from your IRA directly to support your parish, school, an endowment fund, the Annual Diocesan Appeal or the Diocese of Fort Worth through a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA. When you turn 73, your gift can satisfy all or part of your required minimum distribution. To learn more or start the process, please visit https://advancementfoundation.planmygift.org/ira-charitable-rollover or contact via email or by calling 817-533-3174.
Advancing the Mission
Sept/Oct Issue
The September/October edition of Advancing the Mission features articles about Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), upcoming special collections, autumn stewardship reflections and why our very own Rev. Joseph Moreno was in New Orleans this September. Read online, download below and include QR code below in your bulletin for parishioners to read.
Advancing the Mission newsletter
For your Bulletin: News you can use QR code
Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House
"Behold, I make all things new." (Rev. 21:5). Come on retreat to grow in relationship with God, the source of the renewed peace and joy we all desire. Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, on the shores of Lewisville Lake, in Lake Dallas, Texas wants to help you find the peace that surpasses understanding. Reserve a spot for one of our upcoming retreats today at www.montserratretreat.org!
| Date | Retreat |
| October 17-20, 2024 | Women's Retreat |
| October 24-27, 2024 | Men's Retreat |
| November 1-3, 2024 | Retiro en Español |
| November 7-10, 2024 | Women's Retreat |
| November 16, 2024 | Saturday of Reflection |
| November 14-17, 2024 | Couples Retreat |
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Uncover the secrets to a lasting, supportive, transformational marriage!
For more than 50 years, Worldwide Marriage Encounter has helped over 3.5 million couples in almost 100 countries unlock the power of their relationships with new ways to do the “I do.” The Marriage Encounter experience helps you listen, share, and connect more deeply. There’s no group discussion. It’s just about the two of you learning to be the best, most loving and thriving couple you can be.
Information from Worldwide Marriage Encounter coordinators is available for parishes to inform couples of upcoming Encounter events. Feel free to include this valuable information in your bulletins.
October bulletin announcement
October bulletin flyers
WWME Logo
October Parish Stewardship Bulletin
Resources for Priests, Parishes, Catechists in English and Spanish
The latest issue of the International Catholic Stewardship Council Parish Newsletter includes ideas for being good stewards of our priests, how good stewards should exercise their responsibilities as citizens, and feature articles on the rosary and Hispanic Heritage Month, as well as the monthly stewardship prayer, saint, and weekly bulletin/social media reflections tied to the Sunday readings. Additional resources are available at www.catholicstewardship.com.
Stewardship Parish Newsletter
Boletín Parroquial de Corresponsabilidad
Parish Stewardship Reflections
October - December 2024
Below please find General Intercessions and Bulletin/Website Announcements tied to the weekly readings in both English and Spanish. For additional Stewardship Resources for Parishes (including resources for prior quarters), please visit: fwdioc.app.box.com or contact at the Advancement Foundation or call 817-533-7242.
Special Collection Calendars
Throughout the year, parishes in the Diocese of Fort Worth take up special collections to support the work of Christ in our Diocese, in the United States and throughout the world. It's a simple way to teach stewardship and our duty to care for our local and international Catholic Church. Please give your parishioners the opportunity to live stewardship as a way of life.
If you have any questions about special collections, please contact , CFRE, Director of Annual Giving and Grants of the Advancement Foundation at 817-382-4939, or visit fwdioc.org/special-collections.
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Special collections calendar (2024) |
Colectas especiales (2024) |
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