The Around the Archdiocese is a brief calendar listing of events by the Archdiocese, parishes, ministries and other organizations throughout our ten-county region. 

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Dec. 12

Mass and luncheon, 9:30 a.m., St. Mary’s Seminary (9845 Memorial Dr., Houston). Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women hosts annual Advent Mass, celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Italo Dell’Oro, CRS, at 11 a.m. followed by a luncheon honoring and supporting Archdiocesan port ministries. ghcw.org; [email protected].

Mass and Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Church of the Annunciation (1618 Texas Ave., Houston). Latin Mass for Our Lady of Guadalupe followed by a candlelit procession. After Mass, the Knights of Columbus #17060 will dedicate a new permanent mural of Our Lady of Guadalupe. An enchilada dinner reception hosted by the Marian Daughters follows at 8 p.m. in the Foley House. Free. [email protected].

Dec. 13

Presentation, 8 a.m. to noon, St. Michael the Archangel (1801 Sage Rd., Houston). Scott Hahn will explore lessons from the life of St. Joseph and the Holy Family. Cost: $20. Registration: bit.ly/scotthahn2025.

Dec. 13 - 14

Christmas cookie crawl, 8 a.m., St. Helen (2209 Old Alvin Rd., Pearland). Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court #2330 host cookie crawl featuring hundreds of homemade cookies sold by the pound. [email protected]; 713-875-1463.

Dec. 16

Advent Mission, 7 p.m., St. Anthony of Padua (7801 Bay Branch Dr., The Woodlands). “The Vigil Project: Advent Way of The Star Tour” is a one-night Advent mission experience of Scripture, music, art and Eucharistic encounter. Free will offering. [email protected].

Dec. 20

Live nativity, 4 to 7 p.m., Sacred Heart (109 N Frazier St., Conroe). Event features a live nativity outside the church on the corner of Frazier St. and FM 2854 with live animals, prayer and music.   Childrens activities and light refreshments also available. Free. [email protected].

Dec. 21

Christmas Concert, 2 p.m., University of St. Thomas St. Basil Chapel (1018 West Alabama St., Houston). Cor Mundi Chamber Choir, directed by Daniel Knaggs presents a collection of compositions and carols celebrating the Christ Child. Cost: $45 General, $20 Student. [email protected].

Dec. 23

Simbang Gabi Culmination Mass, 7 p.m., St. Helen (2209 Old Alvin Rd., Pearland). Archbishop Joe S. Vásquez celebrates Archdiocesan celebration of the Filipino Simbang Gabi novena of Advent Masses. 

Jan. 7, 2026

Adoration hour, 7 to 8 p.m., Sacred Heart (507 S Fourth St., Richmond). Adoration Hour on the first Wednesday of the month prays for vocations with Confession and Anointing of the Sick available.

Jan. 13, 2026

Human Trafficking Night of Awareness, 6:30 p.m., Christ the Redeemer (11507 Huffmeister Rd., Houston). Faith-based national non-profit, Street Grace, will present how to recognize warning signs of child sexual abuse and exploitation, report suspicious activity and get involved. Free entry. 281-469-5533; [email protected].

Jan. 21, 2026

Presentation and baby supply drive, 9:30 to noon, Mary Queen (606 Cedarwood Dr., Friendswood). The Bay Area Deanery Council of Catholic Women host a baby supply drive (diapers, wipes, toiletries, gift cards) and a presentation by Deacon Scott and Terri Ryan on “The Dignity of Procreation,” which includes discussions on infertility and the Church’s teaching on In vitro Fertilization.” Event includes refreshments and raffle. 713-412-8559.

Jan. 28-31, 2026

Garage sale, St. Ignatius of Loyola (7810 Cypresswood Dr., Spring). Jan. 28: presale 1 to 7 p.m. ($25 admission); Jan. 29 to 30: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (free entry); and Jan 31: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (free entry). Sales of household items and décor, clothing, jewelry, baby items, toys, books, tools and more benefit the St. Ignatius Outreach Ministry. Rain or shine. [email protected].