To deepen the local church’s communion with the Lord Jesus while equipping individuals and parishes for Christian discipleship that includes fruitful sacramental life;
To enliven the local church’s missionary impulse through spiritual formation and support so that Catholics may become more effective witnesses of the Gospel of Jesus Christ;
To support the vital ministry of catechesis through the education and formation of parish catechists and ministry leaders.
To implement the directives of the Diocesan Pastoral Plan through a consistent, professional and pastoral response to the needs of deaneries, parishes, and language/ethnic groups.
A retreat opportunity for youth preparing for confirmation or parishes looking to bond with their youth through an overnight retreat experience. The retreat is designed for parishes of all sizes. Contact Eagle's Wings Retreat Center for registration and pricing information.
The mission of the Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference (DCYC) is to provide an opportunity for youth to encounter Christ through liturgy, sacraments and engaging presentations which reflect the diverse needs of the youth of the Austin diocese. In 2022, we are excited to celebrate 64 years of faith and vitality that our young people bring to the Diocese of Austin. We hope that you can join us for this exciting opportunity! For more information, please contact Tressi Breecher at 512-949-2464.
The DCCS Committee meets quarterly to assess the needs of our Catholic Scouting population and to plan age-appropriate events to foster a deeper appreciation of our faith. In addition, the committee sponsors adult training for religious emblem counselor roles. If you have a topic that you think needs to be addressed or would like to attend, please contact DCCS chair, Stephen Harris.
A retreat opportunity for youth preparing for confirmation or parishes looking to bond with their youth through an overnight retreat experience. The retreat is designed for parishes of all sizes. Contact Eagle's Wings Retreat Center for registration and pricing information.