Deaf ministry provides pastoral ministry to and advocates for Deaf individuals in the Archdiocese by making accessible all aspects of the Catholic Faith. Through accessibility and providing the necessary resources, the ministry encourages deaf individuals to participate fully in the sacraments and all aspects of parish and diocesan life.
Deaf Ministry Events
Deaf Ministry hosts events throughout the year such as retreats, ASL classes for lay ministers, and interpreter workshops. Sign up for our mailing list or check our calendar for upcoming events.
Archbishop Gustavo feels it’s an appropriate time to return to your parishes starting May 23, 2021
Masses with Sign Language Interpreters
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Our Lady of Guadalupe - Downtown
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Saturday
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help
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Sunday
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St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina
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Sunday
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St. Francis of Assisi
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Sunday
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St. Leo the Great
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Sunday
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Sacraments
Deaf Ministry provides support to parishes by providing formation in sign language in order to provide persons with a hearing loss full access to the Faith. To arrange sacramental needs for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing parishioners, contact the Deaf Ministry Director.
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Request Interpreting Services
In order to have time to secure an interpreter, requests must be submitted at least two weeks in advance of the date services are needed. Request interpreting services today.
Resources
Guidelines for Celebrating the Sacraments with Persons with Disabilities
NCOD Policy for Working with Sign Language Interpreters in Catholic Religious Setting
National Catholic Office for the Deaf (NCOD)
International Catholic Deaf Association
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Texas Health & Human Services: Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
San Antonio College American Sign Language Academic Program
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