Dear friends,
“He is not here, He has risen.” (Mt. 28:6). These words remind us of the joyous news we celebrate at Easter. Christ has conquered death. He has paved the way for us to return to the Father. And thus, indeed Happy Easter! May the Risen Christ bless you and your loved ones with peace, hope, and joy.
As we continue to celebrate the Easter season, I want to remind you that Easter is not just a single day on the calendar; it is a way of life. It is the story of light breaking into darkness, hope rising from despair, and life overcoming death. At the heart of Easter is the resurrection of Jesus Christ inviting us into a new way of seeing, living, and loving.
The spirit of Easter calls us to be people of hope. In your studies, relationships, services, and even your struggles, never lose sight of the hope that Christ’s resurrection brings. Let this hope give you courage in difficult times and compassion for those who are hurting around you.
Easter is also a call to renewal. As spring brings new life to earth, let it also bring renewal to your heart. Are there habits you need to let go of? Is there someone you need to forgive? Is God inviting you to trust Him in a more personal and intimate way? Let this season be a chance to grow more fully into the person God created you to be.
Finally, the Easter message sends us out to share this new life with the world. Look for opportunities to bring peace, joy, and kindness to our campus and community. Even small acts of love can be powerful witnesses to the resurrection at work in your life.
May you walk in the light of the risen Christ, and may His love shine through in all you do.
With joy and prayers,
Quang A. Nguyen, SCJ.
Please include in prayer our 12 students (and their sponsors) as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation!
This year we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Newman Center building being on campus, and 85th of our organization existing as a whole! Students, family, alumni, and friends are welcome! We will have a silent auction, dinner, awards, and dance! Ticket sales are LIVE! It is $40 per regular ticket. For more details check: tinyurl.com/csobanquet25
Registration for the Graduation Mass and Reception is now open.
To register, click on the graphic or click here: Spring & Summer 2025 Graduation Form Sign Up - Google Forms
Pier Giorgio Frassati Canonization
The Holy Father will canonize Pier Giorgio Frassati during the Closing Mass for the Jubilee of Young People in Rome on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Pope Francis made the announcement on November 20, 2024, saying, "Next year, during the Jubilee of Adolescents, I will canonize Blessed Carlo Acutis and in the Jubilee of Young People, Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati." Details about the canonization are still pending. In the meantime, please check out the USCCB web page for Frassati
Read Archbishop Vásquez's first letter to the people of Galveston-Houston.
Photo credit: www.archgh.org
Glimpse of Life in Community
July 11, 2025 - July 20, 2025
Experience community life during a summer retreat in Galveston. Join other young women who are discerning or are open to religious/consecrated life.
Click here to learn more.
Men’s Discernment Retreat
An overnight retreat at St. Mary’s Seminary during the summer to help young adult men consider a vocation to the priesthood by seeing what ife as a seminarian and priest is really like.
Click here for details.
Need prayer or someone to talk to/pray?
Our Chaplain, Fr. Quang Nguyen, SCJ, and Campus Minister, Salisha Miller, are here to serve you. You are welcome to contact them by email or GroupMe message in case of any need.
UH Catholic Newman Center
4305 Martin Luther King Blvd. | Houston, TX | 77004 | 713-748-2529
CATHOLIC@UH.EDU
Director: Fr. Quang Nguyen, SCJ
Email: qnguyen@archgh.org
Campus Minister: Salisha Miller
Email: smiller@archgh.org
