Parish Relations

Connecting the Catholic Charities mission with parishes and school communities across the Diocese of Austin

About Parish Relations

About Parish Relations

As the social service arm of the Diocese of Austin, Catholic Charities of Central Texas invites local parish and school communities to participate in our mission. We believe that by leveraging our unique strengths and resources, we can work together to better serve the poor and vulnerable entrusted to our care across our 25-county diocese.

Services Offered On-Site at Your Parish or School

Services Offered On Site at Your Parish or School

SERVICE LEARNING. We offer meaningful service opportunities benefitting the most vulnerable members of our community. We are happy to schedule special community service projects for our local parishes and schools.

CATHOLIC IDENTITY. We offer a hands-on learning opportunity for Catholic School students through our Catholic Social Teaching (CST) Fair. Our CST Fair is an engaging and immersive experience that allows students to learn about the 7 central themes of Catholic Social Teaching through unique, hands-on activities.

EDUCATION. We connect Central Texas parishes and schools with experts from our seven programs to provide:

  • Mental health education
  • Financial education
  • Parenting education
  • Immigration 101 & Know Your Rights presentations
  • Disaster preparedness workshops

More Engagement Opportunities

More Engagement Opportunities

LEARN: Invite a CCCTX program expert to speak on poverty, Catholic Social Teaching, or any of our programs.

SERVE: Volunteer your time and talents to our mission. Opportunities for individuals and groups are available at our location or yours!

GIVE: Host a drive to collect much-needed items for Catholic Charities clients. Shop our Amazon Wish List to make donating easier.

SHARE: Keep CCCTX in your prayers! Consider a Catholic Charities Corner in your bulletin and participating in our annual Catholic Charities Weekend campaign

TESTIMONIALS

Hear from our parish and school partners about our impact on the Central Texas community.

To be a part of what gives hope to the hopeless is a privilege and a joy. I will never let this opportunity go since it fulfills what the Lord said: ‘Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers and sisters you do unto me.

-CCCTX Parish Partner

Contact Information for Parishes and Schools

Do you have questions or want to learn more about partnering with us? Reach out to our Parish and Community Engagement team today!

Emmanuel Villarreal,
Associate Director of Parish & Community Engagement

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 512-651-6157