Our Lady of Lourdes & One Week Until Lent
Jul 11, 2026
Our Lady of Lourdes (February 11) & One Week Until Lent
Today the Church celebrates Our Lady of Lourdes, recalling the day in 1858 when the Blessed Virgin appeared to fourteen-year-old Bernadette Soubirous in a grotto near the town dump. Bernadette was poor, asthmatic, and considered slow by her teachers—yet Our Lady chose her. "I do not promise to make you happy in this world," Mary told her, "but in the next." It is also the World Day of the Sick, a day to remember those who suffer illness and those who care for them. Consider visiting or calling someone homebound this week, or offering a rosary for the sick in your community.
And with Ash Wednesday just one week away (February 18), now is the time to gather your family and plan your Lenten journey. What will you give up? What will you take on? How will your family pray, fast, and give alms together? We've created a simple printable guide to help your family prepare—a place to write down your commitments, mark the key dates, and keep your Lenten intentions visible throughout the season. Download now
Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us.
Showcase Magazine: Call for Submissions
The 2026 issue of our annual magazine is now accepting submissions. Released each spring at the Spring Showcase, this publication features classical art, curated quotes, family spotlights, and the work of all of our students.
We're looking for:
- Awards & achievements – Academic honors, athletic milestones, scout rankings, camp acceptances, and other accomplishments worth celebrating
- Service
& faith – Mission work, scouting projects, parish service- Art, poetry & essays – Sketches, poems, photographs, reflections (500 words or less)
Class of 2026 seniors: Email a photograph, your accomplishments, and future plans in paragraph form to [email protected]. Scholarship-winning essays are also featured.
Advertisers: Reach Houston's Catholic homeschool community with a print ad in the magazine.
Deadline: March 15, 2026 | Submit online | [email protected]
Divine Mercy is a Catholic co-op comprised of homeschooling families dedicated to teaching their children the truth, beauty, and goodness of our Lord and His creation in a safe, family-friendly environment. Their goal is to provide academic enrichment, support, and fellowship to families in The Woodlands and surrounding areas. | Website
Looking for a co-op or community group? CHECH members can browse all listed groups here.
Upcoming in Houston
Classical Learning Test (CLT) at Holy House Academy | Open to all homeschoolers | April 16–24 | Grades 3–12, $39–$69 | Registration deadlines: March 2–10
Leadership Camp Texas (boys) & Camp Bluebonnet (girls) | Summer camps for grades 5–8, run by Opus Dei | Applications open
THSC Convention | May 30–June 1 | The Woodlands Waterway Marriott | Early bird pricing available now
Oxrose Academy: Registration Open for 2026–2027 | Single courses, high school diploma pathways, and Advanced College Credit (ACC) courses through a partnership with Benedictine College
Union Chapel Homeschool Fine Arts | Band, theatre, and fine arts in Fulshear | [email protected]
St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology
Founded by Scott Hahn, the St. Paul Center offers resources for diving deeper into Scripture—books, studies, and courses rooted in the Catholic tradition. With Lent beginning this week, it's a good time to choose a study for your family or for yourself. Member discounts available in the Virtual Vendor Hall
