CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare

04/30/2026

For CHRISTUS Healthy Living Mobile Clinics, the goal of herd immunity in student vaccinations can be a long, but inspiring road. Since the partnership with Houston Independent School District and the Harris Health Department began a year ago, the Mobile Clinics are seeing the fruits of their labor. The schools in the partnership were at a 35% compliance in the beginning and are now at 90% compliance. Click link to read on.

For CHRISTUS Healthy Living Mobile Clinics, the goal of herd immunity in student vaccinations can be a long, but inspiring road. Since the partnership with Houston Independent School District and…

04/23/2026

With the rise in flu cases this past fall, the flu vaccine clinics administered by the CHRISTUS School Clinics have become critical in protecting area students. Erika Muñiz, a School Clinic registered nurse, oversees vaccinations for all nine schools.
“The flu clinics are open to students, parents and teachers at the schools,” said Muniz. Read on to learn more about the care provided.

With the rise in flu cases this past fall, the flu vaccine clinics administered by the CHRISTUS School Clinics have become critical in protecting area students. Erika Muñiz, a School…

04/15/2026

This past December at CHRISTUS Our Daily Bread was unusually busy in helping clients secure housing or return home. With nowhere to go, a patient was dropped off from the local hospital at Our Daily Bread. “It was the end of business, and we knew we couldn’t put him out on the streets,” said Johnathen Vallery, Our Daily Bread’s client navigator. Click the link to learn about how Vallery helped this patient secure housing.

This past December at CHRISTUS Our Daily Bread was unusually busy in helping clients secure housing or return home. With nowhere to go, a patient was dropped off from the…

04/09/2026

The 22nd Annual Spring Luncheon set a new fundraising record. Attendees came together in support of CHRISTUS St. Mary’s Clinic and CHRISTUS Healthy Living Mobile Clinics and helped raise $397,000 to advance reliable, integrated and accessible care for those who need it most. Gratitude extends to our co-chairs Reagan Fibbe, Emily Harris and Lindsey Harris, M.D., who hosted a meaningful afternoon that reflected the personal impact of this mission. Sean Pendergast of SportsRadio 610 led a compelling conversation with Sisters Hannah O’Donoghue, Celeste Trahan and Rosanne Popp, M.D., whose stories brought the Foundation’s legacy and purpose to life. An invocation by Archbishop Joe S. Vasquez grounded the program in faith and service. Also honored were our four Legacy Award recipients for their more than 20 years of service: Laura Clay, R.N.; Sr. Theresa Kelleher, R.N.; Sr. Rosanne Popp, M.D.; and Lori Varela. Their compassion and commitment define the spirit of this work.

03/19/2026

For CHRISTUS Point of Light Clinic, treating patients with chronic conditions is a major focus of care. Robert*, a 41-year-old patient, came to the clinic feeling very ill. “His blood sugar was so high, I considered sending him to the ER,” said nurse practitioner Elizabeth Ryan. “He had no insurance and was very financially limited.” Click the link to read about how Ryan kept Robert out of the ER.

For CHRISTUS Point of Light Clinic, treating patients with chronic conditions is a major focus of care. Robert*, a 41-year-old patient, came to the clinic feeling very ill. “His blood…

03/10/2026

Because of the Valero Benefit for Children, we’re able to provide daily medical and mental health care through nine CHRISTUS School Clinics. When communities come together like this, we’re truly better together. Thank you.

03/03/2026

The resources provided through Ofelia Gutierrez, CHRISTUS St. Mary’s Clinic patient navigator, are often lifesaving. For the last three years, Gutierrez has guided patients and given them hope when none could be found. See how Gutierrez accessed cancer care for one patient. Visit christusfoundation.org/news

02/25/2026

Join us for the 22nd Annual CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare Spring Luncheon on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the River Oaks Country Club. This year’s luncheon promises to be a momentous occasion as we welcome our distinguished guest speakers Sister Hannah O’Donoghue, Sister Celeste Trahan and Sister Rosanne Popp, M.D. from The Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word - Houston. https://christusfoundation.org/2026-spring-luncheon/

02/20/2026

Annually our CHRISTUS School Clinics provide the First Aid tent for the Steps For Students event, and this year was no different. Happy to be a part of this fundraiser for Catholic schools. Our School Clinics are found in nine of them, many of which are in Houston's East End.

01/29/2026

For ESL instructor Norma Vargas, her journey to teaching began as an ESL student. In 1999, Vargas began taking ESL classes with CHRISTUS Learning Center Manager Olga Rojas, who was then teaching at the Houston READ Commission. Following completion of her ESL classes, Vargas secured her GED. Read on to continue her story.

For ESL instructor Norma Vargas, her journey to teaching began as an ESL student. In 1999, Vargas began taking ESL classes with CHRISTUS Learning Center Manager Olga Rojas, who was…

01/27/2026

Last Thursday, Armando Trevino was honored for his 25 years of volunteer service at CHRISTUS Our Daily Bread. During the gathering, CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare president Richard Torres presented Trevino with an honorary plaque that now proudly hangs next to the kitchen stove Trevino spent so many years preparing food at for Galveston's homeless.

01/23/2026

Due to the inclement weather expected in the Houston area this weekend, CHRISTUS St. Mary's Clinic will be closed on Saturday, January 24 and will re-open on Monday, January 26 at 10 a.m. CHRISTUS Point of Light Clinic will also have a late opening at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 26.