Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Houston, TX

08/22/2026

This morning, we rejoice and give thanks to God with Sr. Maudilia Magdalena Mejía Aguilar. She will make a profound commitment today as she makes her First Profession of Vows with the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Houston.

"I give thanks to God, from whom my vocation comes and who has guided me with love to this sacred moment of my First Profession, in which I feel truly blessed. I am grateful to my Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word for receiving me and forming me with love as part of this family. With gratitude I carry in my heart my family, my brothers and sisters for their unconditional support, and especially my mom and dad, who are the pillar of my life and the cradle where my vocation was born, for teaching me to love by their example. I also thank the priest and the religious Sisters of my hometown and all those who, with their prayers and closeness, have accompanied me on this vocational journey."

Sr. Maudilia, originally from Guatemala, entered the CCVI Novitiate on August 3rd, 2024. We are deeply grateful for her dedication in answering God's call. Please pray for her as she begins this new and beautiful chapter as an annually professed CCVI Sister.

Praised be the Incarnate Word. Forever!

08/21/2026

Tonight, we celebrate the Rite of Entrance to the Novitiate of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Houston, Texas of Sr. Mary Mueni Kyalo and Sr. María Domitila Súchite García. We ask for your prayers as these young women continue their time of discernment in answering God’s call, embracing this scared path. May this mark the beginning of a journey filled with faith, love, and unwavering dedication to God at to the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word’s way of life.

Praised be the Incarnate Word. Forever!

08/20/2026

Recently, CCVI Sisters Kim Xuan Nguyen, My Ngoc Nguyen, and Pauline Troncale attended the Galveston-Houston Archdiocesan Youth Conference (AYC), an annual three-day event that brings around 2,000 young teens from 88 parishes together for worship, prayer, music, and workshops covering topics from faith and social media, to careers and social justice.

During the visit, Sisters participated in the afternoon "Vocation Dating Game", where high school girls had the opportunity to ask Women Religious first-hand any questions on their minds and hearts about Religious Life.

(Photos from CCVI and Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston)

08/18/2026

Registration for Caritas Young Adult Retreat at the Villa de Matel ends in two weeks!

Join other young adults Oct 1-4 for a retreat focused on important relationships - with God, yourself, and others.

This Catholic retreat, grounded on Ignatian spirituality, will be guided by Fr. Tri Dinh SJ, a number of Jesuits, and lay ministers. It is open to ALL.

Registration Ends 9/1 - sign up today!
https://www.christusministries.org/events/caritas76

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08/15/2026

08/15/2026

Today we celebrate how “Mary is taken up to heaven; a chorus of angels exults, ” as the Gospel acclamation proclaims on this solemnity of her Assumption.

In Mary, the model disciple, we find God’s blueprint for each of our lives - that our destiny is in the eternal embrace of our Creator, body and soul.

We ask Mary to pray for each one of us as we celebrate this wonderful feast day. May the Incarnate Word bless each and every one of us. Amen.

08/14/2026

Several of our Sisters are in Florida this week for the Conference of Women Religious (LCWR)'s 2026 Summit and 70th anniversary celebration.

Through this year's theme — "Many Charisms, One Spirit, One Call" — Women Religious from the United States and beyond gather in a space where discernment, discussion, and prayer intertwine in a transformative week.

Yesterday, Pope Leo XIV gave a beautiful video message to those in attendance, where he highlighted the beauty of different communities, histories, and charisms that work side-by-side spreading the mission of the Church. He called all Women Religious to "Awaken the World Through Love."

(Enjoy these images: CCVI Houston Sisters, and both CCVI Houston and Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio - CCVI Congregational representatives sharing in a moment of unity at the LCWR Conference)

08/13/2026

Sr. Catarina Osorio Ixcoteyac, CCVI, recently completed a nine-month Religious Formation Ministry Programme at Loreto House, Dublin, Ireland.

She reflects fondly on her experience and the relationships built: "One of the most beautiful gifts I carry with me is having met sisters and brothers from different parts of the world. Through their stories, cultures, and experiences, I understood that although we come from different contexts, we share the same calling..."

Read Sr. Catarina's full reflection, here: https://www.sistersofcharity.org/news/sister-reflection-my-experience-at-loreto-house-dublin-ireland

08/11/2026

This summer, the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston hosted Café Catholica’s annual July summer series at St. Vincent de Paul Parish. The kick-off Mass featured Archbishop of Galveston-Houston, Joe Vásquez, who delivered an inspiring message to more than 600 young adults.

It was amazing to see so many young adults from all backgrounds come together in community and worship. The atmosphere was filled with joy and a desire to grow deeper in faith. It serves as a beautiful reminder of God's love and his power to unite people for His purpose.

08/07/2026

The Caritas Young Adult Retreat, hosted at the Villa de Matel on October 1st-4th, is just around the corner.

Are you looking to...
get away to reflect on your personal relationships and their meanings?
encounter God's love in a whole new way?

Join other young adults for a retreat focused on important and significant relationships - with God, yourself, and others. Caritas has helped over 2,500 people explore God's love and voice in their lives through relationships with those around them. This Catholic retreat, grounded on Ignatian spirituality, will be guided by Fr. Tri Dinh SJ, a number of Jesuits, and lay ministers. It is open to ALL.

Registration Ends 9/1 - sign up today!
https://www.christusministries.org/events/caritas76

Christus Ministries