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Catholic priest in San Antonio arrested on allegations of sexually assaulting woman in her 70s
Read full article: Catholic priest in San Antonio arrested on allegations of sexually assaulting woman in her 70sA priest who was reassigned to several different churches in the San Antonio Archdiocese was arrested Tuesday for an alleged sex crime involving a woman in her 70s, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said.
No charges filed against two Catholic priests accused of sexual abuse in Converse, Honey Creek
Read full article: No charges filed against two Catholic priests accused of sexual abuse in Converse, Honey CreekNo criminal charges have been filed against two Catholic priests accused of sexual abuse against minors.
Archdiocese of San Antonio removes Comal County priest from duties following sexual misconduct allegations
Read full article: Archdiocese of San Antonio removes Comal County priest from duties following sexual misconduct allegationsThe Archdiocese of San Antonio removed a priest assigned to a Comal County Catholic church from his ministerial duties following allegations of sexual misconduct and sexual grooming of a minor.
‘Buy us out. Otherwise, shut the hell up’: Priest responds to neighbors complaining over church bells
Read full article: ‘Buy us out. Otherwise, shut the hell up’: Priest responds to neighbors complaining over church bellsA Northwest Side resident says her neighbor's church bells are too loud. The priest's response to those complaining: “Don’t like the noise? Buy us out. Otherwise, shut the hell up.”
Archdiocese of San Antonio reinstates distribution of the Blood of Christ in Communion
Read full article: Archdiocese of San Antonio reinstates distribution of the Blood of Christ in CommunionThe Archdiocese of San Antonio announced the reinstatement of the precious blood in masses. Over two years since its discontinuation as an abundance of caution at the start of the pandemic.
San Fernando Cathedral holds special masses amid conflict in Ukraine
Read full article: San Fernando Cathedral holds special masses amid conflict in Ukraine“Right now, I cannot be in Ukraine. I wish to be able to do something more concrete there, but prayer unites us. Prayer helps us to be one mind and one heart,” said Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, of the Archdiocese of San Antonio.
2 arrested after allegedly bringing gun into West Side Catholic church during service, Archdiocese says
Read full article: 2 arrested after allegedly bringing gun into West Side Catholic church during service, Archdiocese saysTwo people are in custody after an incident involving a gun inside a West Side Catholic church that caused parishioners to flee the building during morning services, according to the Archdiocese of San Antonio.
Archdiocese of San Antonio urges congregants to get COVID-19 vaccine, won’t give exemptions
Read full article: Archdiocese of San Antonio urges congregants to get COVID-19 vaccine, won’t give exemptionsThe Archdiocese of San Antonio will not grant religious exemption letters to congregants who are not vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the archbishop.
Archdiocese hires extra crews to tame overgrown San Antonio Catholic cemeteries
Read full article: Archdiocese hires extra crews to tame overgrown San Antonio Catholic cemeteriesLandscaping crews have been working overtime at two San Antonio Catholic cemeteries following a Defenders story earlier this month, highlighting what some family members called “appalling conditions.”
Families appalled at condition of San Antonio Catholic cemeteries, demand answers
Read full article: Families appalled at condition of San Antonio Catholic cemeteries, demand answersOver the past few months, the KSAT Defenders have been inundated with complaints about the conditions at cemeteries owned by the Archdiocese of San Antonio.
San Antonio archbishop grants Catholics dispensation from fasting, abstinence on Ash Wednesday
Read full article: San Antonio archbishop grants Catholics dispensation from fasting, abstinence on Ash WednesdaySAN ANTONIO – Due to the ongoing winter storm, San Antonio Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller has granted Catholics a dispensation from fasting and abstinence on Ash Wednesday and says ashes will be allowed to be given at the end of masses through the weekend if parishioners don’t receive them Wednesday. Archdiocese officials said that many churches in the area are canceling or reducing the number of services due to the winter storm. The archdiocese said to check in with local leaders and monitor social media for Mass times. Archdiocesan statement regarding Ash Wednesday Lent begins tomorrow, February 17, with Ash Wednesday. You can get the very latest forecast anytime by bookmarking our weather page and downloading the KSAT Weather Authority App - available for both Apple and Android devices.
Superintendent of Catholic Schools addresses families on school reopening plan
Read full article: Superintendent of Catholic Schools addresses families on school reopening planSAN ANTONIO – In a letter to parents, Archdiocese of San Antonio Superintendent of Catholic Schools Marti West on Tuesday explained protocols and plans for the reopening of Catholic Schools. “There are numerous steps which schools can take to significantly reduce the risks for students, teachers, staff, and their families,” West said in the letter. For families choosing the on campus instruction option, a conservative re-integration process will be implemented during the first three weeks of instruction. This process will allow for the school year to begin by gradually bringing students back on campus in small groups. Campus plans must be submitted to the Department of Catholic Schools prior to August 1.
Priest at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Helotes tests positive for COVID-19
Read full article: Priest at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Helotes tests positive for COVID-19SAN ANTONIO – A priest at a Catholic church in Helotes has tested positive for COVID-19 and is in quarantine. Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church posted on Facebook Friday night that Father Juan Molina recently received a positive result. The church, located at 13715 Riggs Road, will remain open, as allowed under Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff’s ban of large gatherings. “Given the parish protocols for the celebration of Mass during this time, the church can remain open,” the post states. “As a reminder, the cleaning crew sanitizes the church after every Mass.
SCAM ALERT: Fake Instagram account using San Antonio archbishops name
Read full article: SCAM ALERT: Fake Instagram account using San Antonio archbishops nameSAN ANTONIO The Archdiocese of San Antonio learned that a fake account that was taken down after a few days on Instagram was using Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Sillers name to solicit donations. "I have not asked for money, and I don't have that kind of account," Garcia-Siller said. Watch out for these COVID-19 scams"Many people suffer the consequences of this kind of scam," Garcia-Siller said. A spokesman for the Archdiocese of San Antonio said there have been no victims who have come forward so far, but anyone who thinks they were scammed while the fake account was still active is urged to contact San Antonio police immediately. A statement from the Archdiocese of San Antonio also advises the public to exercise caution when seeing this type of social media communication. It also strongly recommends verifying the legitimacy of any appeal.
San Antonio Catholic churches make changes in preparation for reopening
Read full article: San Antonio Catholic churches make changes in preparation for reopeningSAN ANTONIO – A day after the announcement that churches in the Archdiocese of San Antonio can reopen next week, local parishes have received guidelines that must be followed. San Antonio archbishop announces when local parishes can reopenMass has been live-streamed and the pews are filled with pictures of church members. Now, keeping the guidelines of the health officials and the Archdiocese of San Antonio, we can only accommodate 25% of it, means almost 65 people,” Lakkisetti said. He said church staff will be constantly cleaning the building and disinfecting the pews after every Mass. Here are the new guidelines:Christ the King Catholic Church COVID-19 guidelines (KSAT)For more COVID-19 coverage from KSAT, click here.
San Antonio archbishop announces when local parishes can reopen
Read full article: San Antonio archbishop announces when local parishes can reopenSAN ANTONIO – Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller on Monday announced that churches in the Archdiocese of San Antonio can once again open their doors for weekend masses. The first weekend masses will take place May 23-24, he said in a briefing before the “Mission: Hope” flyover at 2 p.m. There are 170 churches under the Archdiocese of San Antonio across 19 counties. García-Siller said churches will reopen under safety guidance from Gov. Explained: How Abbott plans to reopen Texas and differences from San Antonio, Bexar County ordersWhile religious institutions have been allowed to stay open with limitations, the Archdiocese of San Antonio suspended masses until at least May 18.
Archbishop García-Siller to deliver blessings from above by flying over San Antonio parishes, universities on Monday
Read full article: Archbishop García-Siller to deliver blessings from above by flying over San Antonio parishes, universities on MondaySAN ANTONIO – Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller will take to the skies Monday to deliver blessings above parishes, City Hall, universities and other establishments around San Antonio. San Antonio archbishop announces when local parishes can reopenDuring the “Mission: Hope” operation, the 1942 SNJ “Ole’ Yeller” plane will fly over the city at 1,000 feet, according to a news release. Before takeoff, García-Siller announced the reopening of Catholic parishes in the San Antonio area, which have remained closed amid the coronavirus pandemic. Explained: How Abbott plans to reopen Texas and differences from San Antonio, Bexar County orders“Mission: Hope” is one of two flyovers expected in San Antonio this week: the Thunderbirds will stop here and in Austin on May 13. Here are the flyover times for the Catholic parishes and other establishments that García-Siller will fly over on Monday.