St. Austin Catholic Parish,
guided and served by the Paulist Fathers,
is a dynamic, urban, Roman Catholic faith community of the Diocese of Austin.
Empowered by the Word of God,
formed and nourished by the Eucharist,
and made bold by the Holy Spirit,
we strive through prayer, education
and service to others,
to manifest God's transforming love in the world;
and to deepen our relationship with God,
one another, and the universal Church.
Inspired by our patrons St. Paul the Apostle and
St. Augustine of Canterbury,
the “Apostle to the English,”
we dedicate ourselves to Jesus Christ and to
His continuing mission to teach, heal, reconcile and serve.
Bringing the Word of God To Life
Transforming Lives Through Faith, Love, and Action
Hospitality – We strive to love one another as Christ taught us; we work to welcome others with compassion
and care; we seek to be a community where all find respect, love, a space to belong, and reasons to celebrate
with us.
“Do not neglect hospitality, for through it some have unknowingly entertained angels.” (Hebrews 13:2)
“As I have loved you, so you also should love one another.” (John 13:34)
Co-Responsibility – We have faith and trust in God’s Word; we are called to follow Christ and share in His
work; we are accountable stewards of our physical and financial resources; we are generous and care for all
of creation.
“Well done, my good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great
responsibilities.” (Matthew 25:23)
“Whatever you do, do from the heart.” ( Colossians 3:23)
Transformation – We find hope in the Holy Spirit’s action in the world; we believe that all can be transformed
for good, so we seek to heal divisions and discover new ways of living the Gospel in our time.
“Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” (Romans 12:2)
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power
of the holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13)
Welcome and Unity
St. Austin will be a welcoming and dynamic urban parish, one which brings the Word of God to life by sharing
our gifts and talents to invite others into a life-giving relationship with Christ.
Spiritual Growth
St. Austin will be a community which provides liturgies, programs and resources that nourish spiritual growth
and builds relationships within our community, the Catholic Church, and other people of faith.
Love in Action
St. Austin will embrace the Church’s work of compassion and care to build networks with all people of good will
in working to alleviate suffering, address systemic wrongs, and serve others with openness and love.