Immaculate Conception Church

A conversation with Bishop Patrick J. Zurek, which aired on St. Valentine Catholic Radio and can be found in the Feb. 17 issue of The West Texas Catholic. Photo by Enedelia Obregon, freelancer for the Catholic Spirit, Diocese of Austin.

A Busy Person’s Lenten Retreat, sponsored by the Bishop DeFalco Retreat Center, will take place Tuesday, March 26 at the center, 2100 North Spring.

The Diocese of Amarillo is offering adults who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation the opportunity to prepare for the reception of the Sacrament, according to Sister María Elena Ferrer, SSND, director of the Diocesan Office of Faith Formation.

The Diocese of Amarillo, as part of its ongoing commitment to transparency, accountability and pastoral care, is publishing the names of 30 former priests who served in the diocese who have been accused of sexually abusing a minor.

Como parte de su compromiso continuo a obrar de manera transparente, responsable y pastoral, la Diócesis de Amarillo publica aquí los nombres de 30 exsacerdotes que sirvieron en la diócesis y que de manera creíble han sido acusados de abuso a un menor de edad.

Volunteers are needed for two Kolbe Prison Retreats scheduled in the first three months of the new year, according to Deacon Andy Gonzalez, diocesan Prison Ministry Coordinator.