Pastoral Message regarding Uvalde School Shooting

Pastoral Message from Bishop Vásquez to the people of God of the Diocese of
Austin regarding Uvalde School Shooting
May 24, 2022


I ask the people of the Diocese of Austin to join me in prayer as we mourn the loss of life in today’s school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. I am deeply saddened by this tragic event that took the lives of so many innocent children and their teacher. My prayers go out to all the victims, their families, friends, and the entire Uvalde community.

Through the intercession of Our Lady of Sorrows, may God’s infinite love and mercy grant strength to those who mourn, healing and consolation to the wounded, and peace to all who grieve.