2025 Diocesan Mission Council
Day of Reflection, Saturday, September 20, 2025
Msgr. Roger Landry, the National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies and a familiar voice from EWTN’s coverage of the papal funeral and the 2025 Conclave that elected Holy Father Leo XIV, will be our speaker for the 2025 Diocesan Mission Council Day of Reflection. View flyer
Space is limited. Parishioners, staff, mission and outreach ministry personnel, register today to find hope in God’s grace during this Jubilee Year. Discover the theme, location, and schedule by visiting: https://fwdioc.org/day-of-reflection
CAMINO: Fort Worth’s Catholic Response to School Choice
Through CAMINO, a diocesan initiative to help families apply for an Education Savings Account (ESA), families now have a potential pathway to enroll in Catholic schools across the Fort Worth Diocese, regardless of income or zip code.
Use the link below to receive our CAMINO newsletter with information on how to apply for ESA.
Visit www.catholicschoolfwdioc.org or call 817-945-9376 to learn more.
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*Children with disabilities may receive up to $30,000 if eligible.
CAMINO: La Respuesta Católica de Fort Worth a la Elección Escolar
A través de CAMINO, una iniciativa de la Diócesis de Fort Worth para ayudar a las familias a solicitar una Cuenta de Ahorros para la Educación (ESA), las familias ahora tienen un camino posible para inscribir a sus hijos en escuelas católicas en toda la Diócesis de Fort Worth, sin importar sus ingresos o código postal.
Usa el enlace abajo para recibir nuestro boletín CAMINO con información sobre cómo solicitar el ESA.
Visite www.catholicschoolfwdioc.org o llame al 817-945-9376 para más información.
Gráficos promocionales (Inglés/Español)
*Los niños con discapacidades pueden recibir hasta $30,000 si son elegibles.
Upcoming CAMINO Parent Information Nights
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Visit www.catholicschoolfwdioc.org or call 817-945-9376 to learn more.
Diocesan Catechist Formation Program Offering Fall Classes
Classes start in September
The Department of Evangelization & Catechesis is excited to announce registration is now available for the Fall 2025 Catechist Certification Programs:
- The St. Francis de Sales classes meet once a month for about ten months. For more information, please visit the diocesan website at: https://fwdioc.org/st-francis-de-sales
- The St. Junipero Serra classes meet weekly, offering a series of six-week courses from the fall through early summer. For more information, please visit the diocesan website at: https://fwdioc.org/st-junipero-serra-institute
Classes start in September for both programs so register soon!
El Programa Diocesano de Formación de Catequistas ofrecerá clases en el otoño
El Departamento de Evangelización y Catequesis se complace en anunciar que ya está disponible la inscripción para los Programas de Certificación de Catequistas para el otoño del 2025.
- Las clases de San Francisco de Sales se reúnen una vez al mes durante aproximadamente diez meses. Para obtener más información por favor visite el sitio web diocesano en: https://fwdioc.org/san-francisco-de-sales
- Las clases de San Junípero Serra se reúnen una vez a la semana y ofrecen una serie de cursos de seis semanas desde el otoño hasta principios del verano. Para obtener más información, visite el sitio web diocesano en: https://fwdioc.org/instituto-san-junipero-serra
¡Las clases comienzan en septiembre para ambos programas, así que regístrese pronto!
Annual Red Mass
Thursday, September 25, 2025
The St. Thomas More Society Fort Worth cordially invites all attorneys, judges, law students, public officials, and their families and staff to attend the Red Mass at 6:00 p.m. with the Most Reverend Michael F. Olson, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth. All members of the legal profession are welcome at the Red Mass, regardless of religious affiliation.
St. Patrick Cathedral, Fort Worth
6:00 p.m.
A reception and dinner follow at the Fort Worth Club. This year's keynote speaker is the Hon. Stuart Kyle Duncan, Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. There is no charge to attend the Red Mass, but tickets are required for the dinner.
Young Adult Mass
Saturday, September 27, 2025
All young adults, ages 18-35, of the Diocese of Fort Worth are invited to a special Mass and dinner with Bishop Michael F. Olson. The Mass will begin at 6:30 p.m. and be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Denton. Young Adults who plan to attend should RSVP for the dinner following Mass in the gym.
If you have any questions please contact Victoria Ramon at .
Priesthood Sunday
September 28, Resources for Parishes and Schools
Priesthood Sunday is an annual day of prayer and tribute led by laity in Catholic parishes across the United States. Sponsored by the USA Council of Serra International, it reminds the faithful of the gift of priesthood and encourages them to renew their support and prayer for priests in their communities. It is exactly one month before the feast of St. John Vianney, patron of parish priests. This special Sunday isn't a liturgical feast but an invitation, led by laypeople, to reflect on the sacred call of priesthood and the essential role priests serve in administering the sacraments and forming communities, acting in persona Christi to offer the Eucharist and administer absolution, cleansing us in Christ’s Name (Hebrews 5:1, 1 Peter 2:9).
Please use the documents below for promoting Priesthood Sunday 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 want to start a vocations committee in your parish, please visit https://fwdioc.org/parish-vocations-ministries or contact , VP Vocations for Fort Worth Serra Club. Additional resources for promoting vocations are available at: https://app.box.com/folder/287405080512?s=ownl1od6x6wukji525yhdrfyuw0vws7r
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Come & See Discernment Retreat
Friday, October 3, 2025 - Sunday, October 5, 2025
Join us for a Vocations Weekend Retreat for men in high school and college, ages 16 and older, from October 3-5, 2025, 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.
Ven a Ver Retiro de Discernimiento
Viernes, 3 de octubre de 2025 - Domingo, 5 de octubre de 2025
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 3 al 5 de octubre de 2025, 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.
Parish Vocations Ministry Workshop
October 11, Register by October 6 for Event in Wichita Falls
The Office of Vocations and the Serra Clubs of the Diocese of Fort Worth warmly invite all parishes to attend a Parish Vocation Ministry Workshop on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart in Wichita Falls.
This workshop is designed to inspire and equip parish teams to foster a culture of vocations through prayer, education, and active support for those discerning the priesthood or religious life. Pastors are encouraged to select 4-5 parishioners to attend who have a heart for vocations and the gifts to lead efforts that inspire and support future priests and religious. The Parish Vocation Ministry is a vital collaboration among priests, laity, and parish leaders to help young people hear and respond to God's call.
If you have sent a team to a previous workshop, they do not have to attend this workshop, but they are definitely welcome. More details are available at https://fwdioc.org/pvm-workshop-wichita-falls. Advance registration is required by Monday, October 6 to ensure there are enough food and materials.
St. Andrew Breakfast
Saturday, October 18, 2025
The next St. Andrew Breakfast will be on Saturday morning October 18, 2025 at St. Patrick Cathedral, 1206 Throckmorton St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, at 8:00 AM. The day will begin with Mass followed by breakfast and fellowship. We encourage young men in high school and college in the Diocese of Fort Worth to attend. Please reserve your spot through the or by calling 817-945-9321.
St. Andrew Desayuno
Sábado, 18 de octubre, 2025
El próximo Desayuno de St. Andrew será el sábado 18 de octubre, 2025 a las 8:00 a.m. en St. Patrick Cathedral, 1206 Throckmorton St, Fort Worth, TX 76102. El día comenzará con Misa seguida por el desayuno y camaradería. Invitamos a todos los jóvenes varones de la Diócesis de Fort Worth que estén en la escuela secundaria o en la universidad en asistir al evento. Hay espacio limitado. Por favor reserven su lugar por la o llamando al 817-945-9321.
Seminarian Daily Prayer List
We invite everyone to pray for our seminarians this year. Attached please find the 2025-2026 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
Memorial Mass for Children Who Died Before Baptism
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Join us for a special Mass celebrated by The Most Reverend Bishop Michael Olson at St. Patrick Cathedral, Fort Worth, on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 10:00 A.M.
This Mass offers comfort and healing for parents who have lost children before Baptism through miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion. Roses will be available for parents to place at the Virgin Mary's altar in memory of their children.
After the Mass, there will be a reception with a light lunch in the Parish Hall. All are encouraged to attend to pray for and support grieving parents.
For more information: 817-945-9359 or .
Reservations are requested but not required.
Rachel Ministries Retreat
Friday, November 14 to Sunday, November 16, 2025
Are you or someone you know struggling after an abortion? Rachel Ministries is offering a weekend retreat for spiritual and emotional healing after abortion on Friday, November 14 to Sunday, November 16, 2025. This retreat helps those who struggle with grief, guilt, and pain after abortion to find healing and hope. Come and experience the mercy, forgiveness, and healing love of God in the company of others who understand what you’re going through.
For more information or to register, please call 817-923-4757. Confidentiality is strictly observed. The retreat location is not advertised to protect anonymity of participants. Participants need to call the number for more information.
SEEK 2026 is coming to Grapevine!
SEEK Conference, January 1–5, 2026, Early-bird Pricing
Join thousands of college students from across the country for the SEEK Conference, hosted by FOCUS, right here in our diocese at the Gaylord Texan Resort, January 1–5, 2026.
SEEK is a life-changing event filled with inspiring talks, worship, fellowship, and encounters with Christ.
- Dates: January 1–5, 2026
- Location: Gaylord Texan Resort, Grapevine, TX
- Registration: Reserve your spot with only a $25 deposit
- Early-bird pricing ends October 29, 2025
Don’t miss this chance to start the new year growing deeper in your faith alongside thousands of other Catholic young adults.
OCIA Parish Promotional Kit
Parish Promotional Resources
The Diocesan Communications Department has teamed with the office of Faith Formation to help you promote your parish OCIA and OCIA-Adapted for Children ministries.
It can be challenging to promote your OCIA ministry to the right people with limited time and parish resources. This is why we have created an OCIA Promotional Kit for parishes to more effectively invite individuals who might be interested in receiving the fullness of truth that is in the Catholic Church.
Included in the promotional kit are images that you can customize with your parish OCIA meeting details. Currently the branding package includes:
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Coming soon: bulletin ads (various sizes) and social media posts
Lights, Catholic, Action!
Lights, Catholic, Action! S2 Ep. 4: A Parish that Welcomes
In this episode, La’Wonda Peoples shares her journey of faith, from growing up in Selma, Alabama during the Civil Rights era to finding a spiritual home at Our Mother of Mercy Parish in Fort Worth. She reflects on the power of Catholic community, the importance of service, and her hope for the parish’s vibrant future.
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!
Annual Diocesan Appeal
This weekend and next weekend
This weekend the Diocese of Fort Worth gathers together as ONE CHURCH with all 92 parishes, inviting all parishioners to participate in the Annual Diocesan Appeal. The appeal is a way to support ministries, clergy, schools and parishes throughout our 28 county diocese. Here are a few notes to help promote the appeal over these next two weekends:
- Bulletin Inserts and Posters will be arriving today (Thursday)
- The inserts are not time-sensitive and CAN be inserted into next week’s bulletins.
- Brochures and envelopes are for next weekend.
- Visit the box drive https://bit.ly/ADAMaterials2026 for bulletin covers, announcements, homily helper, website banners and more.
- Watch the one of the recorded webinars.
- Read the leadership guide/manual for instructions.
Thank you for your participation as One Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth towards the Annual Diocesan Appeal.
#iGiveCatholic Communications
It’s Registration Time!
Your parish, school, campus ministry, outreach ministry, or apostolate will want to be part of raising more than $1,000,000 in the Diocese of Fort Worth and earning your share of $75,000 in guaranteed matching funds from the diocese through #iGiveCatholic on GivingTuesday, December 2. Exciting new changes for 2025 include a new giving day platform with lower transaction fees, streamlined signup, and the ability to use the platform any time during the year to raise funds! More details about this year’s plans are available at https://www.advancementfoundation.org/iGiveCatholic-en.
Registration for returning participants begins September 1; if you are new to #iGiveCatholic, you may register now! Click the link for more information and to register: https://www.igivecatholic.org/p/registration.
Still undecided about whether to participate, but still want to receive emails? Complete this form to be added to our #iGiveCatholic email list: https://form.jotform.com/DioceseFW/igivecatholic-communication-form
Did you miss the “Getting Ready Webinar” on August 27? Please contact for webinar details or for more information about the #iGiveCatholic campaign. You can also watch the training here: https://www.igivecatholic.org/resources/gt-trainings
2025 Big Picture Timeline
Save the Date
Flyer
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 |
| September 26-28, 2025 | Young Adults Retreat |
| October 11, 2025 | Saturday of Reflection |
| October 16-19, 2025 | Women's Retreat |
| October 23-26, 2025 | Men's Retreat |
| Oct. 31 - Nov. 2, 2025 | Retiro en Espanol |
| November 6-9, 2025 | Women's 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.
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.
September bulletin announcement
September bulletin flyers
WWME Logo
Ideas for Homilists, Parishes, Schools and Families
Check Out the Latest Monthly ICSC Newsletter!
Read about St. Teresa of Calcutta’s extraordinary example of Christian stewardship and discipleship, finding Christ in our work, and get tips on renewing and recommitting to a disciple’s response to stewardship at your parish in the September 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
July-September 2025
Below please find General Intercessions and Bulletin/Website Announcements tied to the weekly readings in both English and Spanish. These documents are for each Sunday from July 6 through September 28, 2025. For Word versions of these documents or additional Stewardship Resources for Parishes and Schools (including resources for prior quarters), please visit: fwdioc.app.box.com or contact at the Advancement Foundation or call 817-533-7242.
Save the Date: Special Collection for Gaza
October 4-5, 2025
Please save the date for a special collection in support of humanitarian relief for children and families in Gaza and across the Middle East through Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and the Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA).
Special Collection Calendars
2026 REVISED Special Collection Calendars as of April 24, 2025
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.
Please contact , CFRE for more information at 817-382-4939.
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