Anniversary | Archdiocese of San Antonio

Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Diocese of San Antonio

This significant milestone is a testament to the enduring faith, deeply rooted Catholic heritage, and untold blessings from God that have shaped this local Church through 150 years of missionary discipleship.

Plenary Indulgence

Pope Francis has granted the faithful a Plenary Indulgence for the 150th anniversary of canonical erection of the Diocese of San Antonio.

Patron Saints

We entrust the presence in the future of our Archdiocese of San Antonio to our patron saints Our Lady of Guadalupe and San Antonio de Padua.

Papal Decree

In 1874, Pope Pius IX divided the then single Texas diocese based in Galveston to create the Diocese of San Antonio. Read the text of the papal decree.