Lights, Catholic, Action!

Lights, Catholic, Action! S2 Ep. 39: The Faith That Carried a Police Officer

In this episode, retired Fort Worth police officer and Knight of Columbus Pat Henz shares unforgettable stories from decades in law enforcement—and how faith, family, and prayer carried him through some of the darkest moments imaginable. From crime scenes and high-speed pursuits to the powerful legacy of his mother’s “Shield a Badge with Prayer” ministry, Pat reveals what it truly means to serve and protect with courage rooted in Christ.

Watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast platform! Each episode, released every Tuesday, explores the identity and mission of the Catholic Church in North Texas with a new guest each week. Also, please share on your social media platforms or parish e-bulletins!

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May, the Month of Mary

Planting a Legacy of Faith

Just as spring planting looks ahead to future blossoms, faithful giving creates a legacy that will bear fruit for years to come. With some simple planning, you help nurture the mission of the Church today and for future generations. Help your parish, local Catholic school or the Advancement Foundation while helping yourself with tax-wise planning with purpose. Learn about the many smart ways to get started at www.advancementfoundation.planmygift.org/.

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!

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.

It's exciting that couples are taking the time to strengthen their sacrament, focus on their relationship, and refresh their romance. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter can also enrich your relationship with God.

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.

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Stewardship at Your Parish

Save the Dates—Diocesan Days of Stewardship this Summer/Fall

The Advancement Foundation is hosting five stewardship events at various parishes throughout the Diocese starting in August through October.  Four of the days will cover a specific stewardship pillar—prayer, service, hospitality and formation—and a fifth day will be a broad stewardship talk delivered entirely in Spanish.  These events are intended for anyone who is interested in deepening their understanding of what it means to live a life of discipleship.

More details will be forthcoming, but in the meantime please save these dates:

• August 15, St. Vincent de Paul in Arlington:  Hospitality
• August 29, Our Lady Queen of Peace in Wichita Falls:  Prayer
• September 19, St. Stephen in Weatherford:  Service
• October 3, St. Andrew in Fort Worth:  Formation
• October 10, Diocesan Formation Center in Fort Worth:  Stewardship Overview (Spanish)

As always, please reach out with any questions/comments: at 817-886-6607 (office) 626-643-9803 (cell).

Light of Christ Awards

Congratulatory letters are being mailed to awardees this week and next, but there is still time to nominate an individual or married couple from your parish!  Please complete the online form here: Light of Christ Nomination Form – Fill out form.

Award ceremonies are scheduled for (all events will start at 6:30pm and end at 8:00pm):

• Thursday, June 18; Immaculate Conception Church, Denton
• Thursday, June 25; Our Lady Queen of Peace, Wichita Falls
• Thursday, July 2; Immaculate Heart of Mary, Fort Worth
• Thursday, July 9; Our Lady of Lourdes, Mineral Wells
• Thursday, July 16; Our Lady of Mercy, Hillsboro

If you require a hard copy application, please contact Patricia Gonzalez.
Please visit www.advancementfoundation.org/stewardship-awards for more information, or contact or call 817-886-6607 (office) or 626-643-9803 (cell).

Ideas for Homilists, Parishes, Schools and Families

Check Out the Latest Monthly ICSC Newsletter!

Reflect on the Holy Spirit and the feast of Pentecost; contemplate on the life of St. Philip Neri and his relentless commitment to evangelization; and learn how compassion is so critical in understanding mental illness in the May issue of the International Catholic Stewardship Council Parish Newsletter. There are helpful resources for priests, deacons, catechists, teachers, lay leaders, stewardship committees, and families, including the monthly stewardship prayer, weekly bulletin/social media reflections tied to the Sunday readings for the month, and more! Additional resources are available at www.catholicstewardship.com or at https://www.advancementfoundation.org/stewardship.

Parish Stewardship Newsletter
Boletín Parroquial de Corresponsabilidad

Parish Stewardship Reflections

April-June 2026

Below please find General Intercessions and Bulletin/Social Media/Website Announcements tied to the weekly readings in both English and Spanish. These documents are for each Sunday from April 5 - June 28, 2026. For Word versions of these files, or additional Stewardship Resources for Parishes and Schools (including resources for prior quarters), please visit: fwdioc.app.box.com or contact Patricia Gonzalez at the Advancement Foundation or call 817-886-6607.

2026 Day of Reflection

Renewing our Baptismal call during the Centenary of World Mission Sunday

In preparation for the historic celebration of 100 years of World Mission Sunday, we invite you to join us for a Day of Reflection on Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM, at St. Matthew Parish, 2021 New York Ave., Arlington, TX 76010, to reflect as missionary disciples on how we can proclaim, live, and share the faithful love of God in our world today.

The keynote speaker will be Father Juan Molina, President and CEO, of the Mexican American Catholic College in San Antonio, Texas.

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Vocations Resources for New Liturgical Year

General Intercessions and Bulletin/Social Media Announcement for Cycle A

Below are the weekly general intercessions and bulletin/social media copy for the new liturgical year beginning November 30. For Word versions of these documents and other resources, please click Parish and School Vocations Toolkit.

Special Collection Calendars

Cloud for 2026 Special Collection Materials

Throughout the year, parishes throughout 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. One hundred percent of four special collections each year stay in the Diocese of Fort Worth. These collections support our future priests, retired priests and the poor and vulnerable in our communities. Please give generously when these collections are announced in your parish.

When ordering offertory envelopes,  please consider working with your parish communication committee to design unique envelopes for your parish, building fund, and even special collections. With written permission from your pastor, the Advancement Foundation is happy to provide envelope designs.

Bulletin and website materials for the Diocese of Fort Worth 2026 special collections can be found here: https://bit.ly/SpecialCollections2026. This cloud drive will be updated throughout the year. Please contact , CFRE for more information at 817-382-4939.