The Holy Cross Institute @ St. Edward's University

Holy Cross Priests dedicate their lives to Christ through the vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience. Learn more about the call to the priesthood at holycrossusa.org/vocations/are-… #holycrossmonth #holycrossus

💙 Holy Cross Heritage Month💙 This month we honor the Holy Cross family and the shared charism that unites our schools, ministries, and educators in forming hearts and minds around the world.✨ Convocation registration is open! 🔗 convocation2026.com  #HolyCrossHeritageMonth

🕯️ Week Two — Peace 
Christ brings a peace that heals and gathers us. 
“The wolf shall live with the lamb.” — Isaiah 11:6 ✨ Convocation 2026 registration is open! 
Join us in formation and hope.
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Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women. Luke 1:28

Prayer on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception: usccb.org/prayers/prayer… Image from St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish in Brenham

Please join us on Sunday, 7:00 p.m. EST. Learn more at AdventRetreat.HolyCrossUSA.org #holycrossus #advent2025 #virtualretreat2025

As we enter Advent, the Church invites us into a season of hope — a time to prepare our hearts, make space for Christ’s coming. We begin with this:  “A voice cries out: ‘In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord.’” — Isaiah 40:3  Giving Link: givecampus.com/campaigns/1606…

Join the webinar on Thursday, 9:00 a.m. EST, at us02web.zoom.us/j/87317485821?… #congregationofholycross #beyondborders #yearofmission #hopebeyondborders #HopeToBring

🇺🇸 Ever in Formation 💙 This Veterans Day, we honor the students, staff, and educators across Holy Cross schools and universities who have served in the armed forces. Your courage, leadership, and commitment to service continue to enrich our classrooms, campuses, and communities.

💼 Now Hiring! The Holy Cross Institute at St. Edward’s University is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to support mission-driven programs and events.📍 Premont Hall, Austin, TX | 🕊️ Academic year schedule (July off) Apply: stedwards.applicantpro.com/jobs/3901296

🎉 You’re invited! 💛💙 Join us for the St. Edward’s University Homecoming Open House at Premont Hall, Suite 104–110! Come celebrate what makes our Holy Cross community special:
✨ Building Respect
✨ Being Family
✨ Bringing Hope
✨ Educating Hearts and Minds

The Holy Cross Institute is on pilgrimage to the Oratory of St. Joseph in Montréal with Exec. Director Dr. Richard Bautch and Holy Cross educators from across the U.S. 🇨🇦🙏

Happening Now 🙏 @HolyCrossUS youtube.com/live/8cOXH5tEJ…

🕊️ Start your day in peace and reflection. Join us for the Global Rosary for Peace 🌎 at 9 a.m. CST — open to all, regardless of faith or background. A moment to pause, pray, and hope together. 💙 prayforpeace.hcfm.org #GlobalRosaryForPeace #HolyCrossFamily

Watch the livestream on Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. EST, at bit.ly/4hfyL0v #holycrosscongregation

Please join us for the Global Rosary! Learn more at prayforpeace.hcfm.org #globalrosary #holycrossus #congregationofholycross

Honoring Founders Day at St. Edward’s University 💙💛 We celebrate the canonization of St. Brother André Bessette, C.S.C., and the vision of Father Edward Sorin, C.S.C., founder of both @NotreDame and St. Edward’s. Their legacy continues to inspire us to educate mind + heart!

I urge everyone to take part in World Mission Sunday, on October 19.

"So the Bible says to 'keep holy the sabbath.' How do I do that? Is it a sin to do any work at all?" - Question to Fr. Mike Schmitz, #catholicspirit "From its beginnings, it has always been a day consecrated to God and observed through Worship and Rest." austindiocese.news/ask-father-mik…