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The parish's Finance Council meets on the 4th Monday of the month at 5:00 p.m. in the Victory Annex.

The Retreat Team for OLV's Women's ACTS Retreat scheduled for November 16-19 meets on Monday evenings in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information about signing up for the Retreat, contact the Parish Office at 575-4741.

RCIA Sessions provide an opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about Catholicism and for Catholics who have not yet received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. The sessions are held on Monday evenings from September 11 - May 13. For more information, contact Jenny Vincent at [email protected] or call the Parish Office at 575-4741 if you would like to be a part of this spiritual journey, either as an inquirer or a sponsor.

The Legion of Mary meets Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Center (St. Raphael Meeting Room). This parish ministry group consists of active and praying members. Active members take communion to the homebound and perform other spiritual works. The praying members who are unable to attend meetings provide spiritual help by praying for the Legionnaires and their mission. Contact Judy Saddler at 361-575-3554 for more information on how you can be a part of this parish ministry group.

The adults who attended the 5 nights of instruction and completed all requirements for the Sacrament of Confirmation will be confirmed by Bishop Cahill during the 6:00 p.m. Mass on Tuesday, September 26.

Practice for the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass Choir will be on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral. For more information on this Choir, contact Glenn Hunter, Music Director, at the Rectory at 575-4741 or email [email protected].

OLV Quilters meet on Wednesdays in the Cathedral Center from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All ladies of the parish are invited to join in socializing and working on various Festival Auction projects. If you would like more information, please call Judy Bellanger at 576-2935.

Confessions are held at 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays

OLV parish has a Men's Group for men of all ages and backgrounds who come together to grow and learn from one another. The group meets on Friday mornings from 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.: First Friday - Adoration (Cathedral); Second Friday - Group Rosary (Cathedral); Third Friday - Saint of the Month and Small Group Discussion (Cathedral Center); Fourth (and Fifth) Friday - Instructional Video and Small Group Discussions (Cathedral Center) . For more information, Contact Cody Horton at 935-2822 or [email protected].

The Divine Mercy Chaplet is sung on Fridays at 5:10:p.m. prior to 5:30 p.m. Mass except for First Fridays when during this time, Benediction is held at the closing of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

The Blue Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Cahill at 5:30 p.m. in the Cathedral on Friday, September 29. This Mass honors and lifts up in prayer all First Responders and Public Safety Personnel and their families. All the faithful are invited to take part in this special Liturgy.

Confessions are heard on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

A blessing for expectant parents asking God to bless and strengthen them and their unborn child is available after all Masses on the first weekend of the month. Simply gather at the center communion rail after Mass to alert Father of your desire for a blessing. Let us pray for these parents and their child along with the right of all children to be born.

Deacon Matthew and Lupe Schaefer lead monthly Baptism classes on the 1st Sunday of the month from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. in the Cathedral Center (St. Raphael Meeting Room). Registered parishioners who are parents of a child to be baptizzed at The Cathedral of Our Lady of Victory should bring their child's birth certificate to the class. Parents and sponsors of children to be baptized at another Catholic Church will receive a completion certificate at the end of the class to present at the church of Baptism. The Baptism class is for adults only. If there are any questions, please all the Parish Office (575-4741).

Children's Liturgy of the Word for 4-year olds - 1st graders is held during the 11:30 a.m. Mass on several Sundays each month (for October, 1st, 15th, 22nd and 29th). Children gather before the 1st Reading and walk together to a nearby classroom to listen to the readings and the Gospel in a form that they can easily understand and also do a fun activity that goes along with what they just heard before returning to their parents at Mass. A lead "teacher" and 2 helpers are in the classroom with the children. Parents should take their child to the restrooms before Mass so that the limited time in the classroom will be focused on the readings. For more information or if you would like to help with this important parish ministry, please contact Heather Galvan at [email protected] or call 361-649-4646.

Join us for GROUND ZERO - the Cathedral's exciting and fun youth event made just for high schoolers. The group meets on the first and third Sundays of the month with Mass at 6:00 p.m. followed by food, faith and fun in the Cathedral Center till 8:30 p.m. Spread the word and bring a friend! For more information, contact Deacon Matthew Schaefer at [email protected]. .

ACTS Core meets monthly on the first Monday at 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Victory Annex. Contact Kat Hickl, ACTS CORE Facilitator, at katmunoz[email protected] for more information on the parish's ACTS Ministry.

The Retreat Team for OLV's Women's ACTS Retreat scheduled for November 16-19 meets on Monday evenings in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information about signing up for the Retreat, contact the Parish Office at 575-4741.

RCIA Sessions provide an opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about Catholicism and for Catholics who have not yet received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. The sessions are held on Monday evenings from September 11 - May 13. For more information, contact Jenny Vincent at [email protected] or call the Parish Office at 575-4741 if you would like to be a part of this spiritual journey, either as an inquirer or a sponsor.

The Legion of Mary meets Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Center (St. Raphael Meeting Room). This parish ministry group consists of active and praying members. Active members take communion to the homebound and perform other spiritual works. The praying members who are unable to attend meetings provide spiritual help by praying for the Legionnaires and their mission. Contact Judy Saddler at 361-575-3554 for more information on how you can be a part of this parish ministry group.

Practice for the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass Choir will be on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral. For more information on this Choir, contact Glenn Hunter, Music Director, at the Rectory at 575-4741 or email [email protected].

Mothers of Grace is a group of moms that gather to share experiences and ideas along with supporting each other in raising their children and keeping their families strong through God's grace. The moms meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Victory Annex . All moms are welcome to join the group. For more information or if childcare is needed, please contact Jennifer Ruiz at [email protected] or 676-7676.

OLV Quilters meet on Wednesdays in the Cathedral Center from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All ladies of the parish are invited to join in socializing and working on various Festival Auction projects. If you would like more information, please call Judy Bellanger at 576-2935.

Confessions are held at 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays

First Friday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament begins 6:30 p.m. and ends prior to the 5:30 p.m. Mass every Friday Friday. Sign-up sheets at this time are available in the Cathedral. Please consider signing up for Eucharistic Adoration. All empty time slots need to be filled prior to opening Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Otherwise, we will have to alter the Adoration hours.

OLV parish has a Men's Group for men of all ages and backgrounds who come together to grow and learn from one another. The group meets on Friday mornings from 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.: First Friday - Adoration (Cathedral); Second Friday - Group Rosary (Cathedral); Third Friday - Saint of the Month and Small Group Discussion (Cathedral Center); Fourth (and Fifth) Friday - Instructional Video and Small Group Discussions (Cathedral Center) . For more information, Contact Cody Horton at 935-2822 or [email protected].

A blessing for expectant parents asking God to bless and strengthen them and their unborn child is available after all Masses on the first weekend of the month. Simply gather at the center communion rail after Mass to alert Father of your desire for a blessing. Let us pray for these parents and their child along with the right of all children to be born.

Confessions are heard on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

The Cathedral Charities Collection is taken up on the 2nd weekend of each month. Donations may be sent during the month to the Church Office. Thank you for your continued support of this ministry that provides for assistance to the less fortunate.

Join us for a day of fun at the OLV Parish Festival on Sunday, October 8, at the Victoria Community Center. There will be a meal, raffle, live auction, games for kids and adults, entertainment and lots of fun! Hope to see you there!!!

The Retreat Team for OLV's Women's ACTS Retreat scheduled for November 16-19 meets on Monday evenings in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information about signing up for the Retreat, contact the Parish Office at 575-4741.

RCIA Sessions provide an opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about Catholicism and for Catholics who have not yet received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. The sessions are held on Monday evenings from September 11 - May 13. For more information, contact Jenny Vincent at [email protected] or call the Parish Office at 575-4741 if you would like to be a part of this spiritual journey, either as an inquirer or a sponsor.

The Legion of Mary meets Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Center (St. Raphael Meeting Room). This parish ministry group consists of active and praying members. Active members take communion to the homebound and perform other spiritual works. The praying members who are unable to attend meetings provide spiritual help by praying for the Legionnaires and their mission. Contact Judy Saddler at 361-575-3554 for more information on how you can be a part of this parish ministry group.

Practice for the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass Choir will be on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral. For more information on this Choir, contact Glenn Hunter, Music Director, at the Rectory at 575-4741 or email [email protected].

The Altar Society's monthly meeting is held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (except June-August) in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall). The evening begins with a social at 6:00 p.m. followed by the meeting. All ladies of the parish are invited to come and be involved in this parish ministry. For more information, contact Aftan Puente, President, at 361-676-9615 or [email protected].

OLV Quilters meet on Wednesdays in the Cathedral Center from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All ladies of the parish are invited to join in socializing and working on various Festival Auction projects. If you would like more information, please call Judy Bellanger at 576-2935.

Confessions are held at 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays

The Knights of Columbus Council #1329 will lead the Patriotic Rosary on the 2nd Wednesday of the month prior to the Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Mass. Join us in praying for our country and her leaders.

Jesus invites us to return to the Source and Summit of our faith - the Eucharist. The National Eucharistic Revival is a call from within the Catholic Church to restore understanding, devotion and worship of Jesus truly present in the Eucharist. Ladies of Victory is taking on this mission as the theme for their 2023-2024 monthly gatherings. The group will start Thursday, February 9, with the DWELL Eucharistic study while as always incorporating their usual elements of fun and sisterhood! All women are encouraged to attend. The ladies gather on the 2nd Thursday of each month in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. For more information, contact Marissa Ortega (361-489-6350) or Lupe Schaefer at (361-484-1631).

OLV parish has a Men's Group for men of all ages and backgrounds who come together to grow and learn from one another. The group meets on Friday mornings from 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.: First Friday - Adoration (Cathedral); Second Friday - Group Rosary (Cathedral); Third Friday - Saint of the Month and Small Group Discussion (Cathedral Center); Fourth (and Fifth) Friday - Instructional Video and Small Group Discussions (Cathedral Center) . For more information, Contact Cody Horton at 935-2822 or [email protected].

The Divine Mercy Chaplet is sung on Fridays at 5:10:p.m. prior to 5:30 p.m. Mass except for First Fridays when during this time, Benediction is held at the closing of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

The Cathedral Charities Collection is taken up on the 2nd weekend of each month. Donations may be sent during the month to the Church Office. Thank you for your continued support of this ministry that provides for assistance to the less fortunate.

Confessions are heard on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

Children's Liturgy of the Word for 4-year olds - 1st graders is held during the 11:30 a.m. Mass on several Sundays each month (for October, 1st, 15th, 22nd and 29th). Children gather before the 1st Reading and walk together to a nearby classroom to listen to the readings and the Gospel in a form that they can easily understand and also do a fun activity that goes along with what they just heard before returning to their parents at Mass. A lead "teacher" and 2 helpers are in the classroom with the children. Parents should take their child to the restrooms before Mass so that the limited time in the classroom will be focused on the readings. For more information or if you would like to help with this important parish ministry, please contact Heather Galvan at [email protected] or call 361-649-4646.

Join us for Youth Ministry Night - the Cathedral's Youth event made just for high schoolers. The group meets on the first and third Sundays of the month with Mass at 6:00 p.m. followed by food, faith and fun in the Cathedral Center till 8:30 p.m. Spread the word and bring a friend! For more information, contact Matthew Schaefer at 361-484-1632.

The Retreat Team for OLV's Women's ACTS Retreat scheduled for November 16-19 meets on Monday evenings in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information about signing up for the Retreat, contact the Parish Office at 575-4741.

RCIA Sessions provide an opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about Catholicism and for Catholics who have not yet received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. The sessions are held on Monday evenings from September 11 - May 13. For more information, contact Jenny Vincent at [email protected] or call the Parish Office at 575-4741 if you would like to be a part of this spiritual journey, either as an inquirer or a sponsor.

The Legion of Mary meets Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Center (St. Raphael Meeting Room). This parish ministry group consists of active and praying members. Active members take communion to the homebound and perform other spiritual works. The praying members who are unable to attend meetings provide spiritual help by praying for the Legionnaires and their mission. Contact Judy Saddler at 361-575-3554 for more information on how you can be a part of this parish ministry group.

Practice for the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass Choir will be on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral. For more information on this Choir, contact Glenn Hunter, Music Director, at the Rectory at 575-4741 or email [email protected].

Mothers of Grace is a group of moms that gather to share experiences and ideas along with supporting each other in raising their children and keeping their families strong through God's grace. The moms meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Victory Annex . All moms are welcome to join the group. For more information or if you need childcare, please contact Jennifer Ruiz at [email protected] or by calling 361-676-7676.

OLV Quilters meet on Wednesdays in the Cathedral Center from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All ladies of the parish are invited to join in socializing and working on various Festival Auction projects. If you would like more information, please call Judy Bellanger at 576-2935.

Confessions are held at 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays

The White Mass for all Healthcare professionals and their families will be on Wednesday, October 18, at 5:30 p.m. All the faithful are invited to join us at Mass in praying for God's blessings upon patients, doctors, nurses and caregivers.

Men of Victory, a parish ministry group of men, invites adult men of all ages - single, married, empty nesters, etc. to their meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month. The meetings are held in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Deacon Matthew Schaefer at 361-484-1632 or email [email protected] or call Jacob Ortega at 361-935-7132.

OLV parish has a Men's Group for men of all ages and backgrounds who come together to grow and learn from one another. The group meets on Friday mornings from 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.: First Friday - Adoration (Cathedral); Second Friday - Group Rosary (Cathedral); Third Friday - Saint of the Month and Small Group Discussion (Cathedral Center); Fourth (and Fifth) Friday - Instructional Video and Small Group Discussions (Cathedral Center) . For more information, Contact Cody Horton at 935-2822 or [email protected].

The Divine Mercy Chaplet is sung on Fridays at 5:10:p.m. prior to 5:30 p.m. Mass except for First Fridays when during this time, Benediction is held at the closing of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

Confessions are heard on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

Children's Liturgy of the Word for 4-year olds - 1st graders is held during the 11:30 a.m. Mass on several Sundays each month (for October, 1st, 15th, 22nd and 29th). Children gather before the 1st Reading and walk together to a nearby classroom to listen to the readings and the Gospel in a form that they can easily understand and also do a fun activity that goes along with what they just heard before returning to their parents at Mass. A lead "teacher" and 2 helpers are in the classroom with the children. Parents should take their child to the restrooms before Mass so that the limited time in the classroom will be focused on the readings. For more information or if you would like to help with this important parish ministry, please contact Heather Galvan at [email protected] or call 361-649-4646.

The parish's Finance Council meets on the 4th Monday of the month at 5:00 p.m. in the Victory Annex.

The Retreat Team for OLV's Women's ACTS Retreat scheduled for November 16-19 meets on Monday evenings in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information about signing up for the Retreat, contact the Parish Office at 575-4741.

RCIA Sessions provide an opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about Catholicism and for Catholics who have not yet received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. The sessions are held on Monday evenings from September 11 - May 13. For more information, contact Jenny Vincent at [email protected] or call the Parish Office at 575-4741 if you would like to be a part of this spiritual journey, either as an inquirer or a sponsor.

The Legion of Mary meets Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Center (St. Raphael Meeting Room). This parish ministry group consists of active and praying members. Active members take communion to the homebound and perform other spiritual works. The praying members who are unable to attend meetings provide spiritual help by praying for the Legionnaires and their mission. Contact Judy Saddler at 361-575-3554 for more information on how you can be a part of this parish ministry group.

Practice for the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass Choir will be on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral. For more information on this Choir, contact Glenn Hunter, Music Director, at the Rectory at 575-4741 or email [email protected].

OLV Quilters meet on Wednesdays in the Cathedral Center from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All ladies of the parish are invited to join in socializing and working on various Festival Auction projects. If you would like more information, please call Judy Bellanger at 576-2935.

Confessions are held at 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays

OLV parish has a Men's Group for men of all ages and backgrounds who come together to grow and learn from one another. The group meets on Friday mornings from 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.: First Friday - Adoration (Cathedral); Second Friday - Group Rosary (Cathedral); Third Friday - Saint of the Month and Small Group Discussion (Cathedral Center); Fourth (and Fifth) Friday - Instructional Video and Small Group Discussions (Cathedral Center) . For more information, Contact Cody Horton at 935-2822 or [email protected].

The Divine Mercy Chaplet is sung on Fridays at 5:10:p.m. prior to 5:30 p.m. Mass except for First Fridays when during this time, Benediction is held at the closing of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

In 1926, Pope Pius XI instituted Mission Sunday for the whole Church. That day is celebrated in all the local Churches as the feast of catholicity and universal solidarity so Christians around the world over will recognize their common responsibility with regards to evangelization of the world.

Confessions are heard on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

In 1926, Pope Pius XI instituted Mission Sunday for the whole Church. That day is celebrated in all the local Churches as the feast of catholicity and universal solidarity so Christians around the world over will recognize their common responsibility with regards to evangelization of the world.

Children's Liturgy of the Word for 4-year olds - 1st graders is held during the 11:30 a.m. Mass on several Sundays each month (for October, 1st, 15th, 22nd and 29th). Children gather before the 1st Reading and walk together to a nearby classroom to listen to the readings and the Gospel in a form that they can easily understand and also do a fun activity that goes along with what they just heard before returning to their parents at Mass. A lead "teacher" and 2 helpers are in the classroom with the children. Parents should take their child to the restrooms before Mass so that the limited time in the classroom will be focused on the readings. For more information or if you would like to help with this important parish ministry, please contact Heather Galvan at [email protected] or call 361-649-4646.

The Retreat Team for OLV's Women's ACTS Retreat scheduled for November 16-19 meets on Monday evenings in the Cathedral Center (St. Gabriel Hall) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. For more information about signing up for the Retreat, contact the Parish Office at 575-4741.

RCIA Sessions provide an opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about Catholicism and for Catholics who have not yet received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. The sessions are held on Monday evenings from September 11 - May 13. For more information, contact Jenny Vincent at [email protected] or call the Parish Office at 575-4741 if you would like to be a part of this spiritual journey, either as an inquirer or a sponsor.

The Legion of Mary meets Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Center (St. Raphael Meeting Room). This parish ministry group consists of active and praying members. Active members take communion to the homebound and perform other spiritual works. The praying members who are unable to attend meetings provide spiritual help by praying for the Legionnaires and their mission. Contact Judy Saddler at 361-575-3554 for more information on how you can be a part of this parish ministry group.

Practice for the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass Choir will be on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral. For more information on this Choir, contact Glenn Hunter, Music Director, at the Rectory at 575-4741 or email [email protected].