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Latest News from the Diocese of TylerSeminarians Bernasconi and Reed Admitted to Candidacy at Diocesan Celebration
Seminarians Steven Bernasconi and Jacob Reed were admitted to candidacy for Holy Orders during a Mass celebrated by Bishop Joe S. Vásquez on July 25, the Feast of St. James, at the Cathedral of the Immacualte Conception in Tyler. Admission to candidacy is an...
Gift of Life Blood Drive July 29 in Tyler
The Diocese of Tyler is teaming up with Carter Blood Care for a blood drive on July 29 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Tyler. There’s an ongoing and urgent need for donors. Local lives depend daily on a readily available blood supply for transfusion...
Qué Pasa? – July 1, 2024
Adoration & Patriotic Rosary Rally: The Sanctity of Life Action Committee is hosting a Rosary Rally to pray for our country in this election year. The event will take place on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 6pm at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul in Tyler. Texas...
Anniversary of Dobbs: Message from Bishop Vásquez
Brothers and Sisters, Two years ago today, the Supreme Court of the United States issued its ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, overturning the Roe v. Wade decision legalizing abortion in all 50 states....
Statements Regarding Oratory Project in the Diocese of Tyler
June 25, 2024 Letter from Bishop Vásquez May 7, 2024 After significant prayer and discernment, Bishop Joe S. Vásquez, Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Tyler, has made the decision to discontinue the effort to establish an Oratory of St. Philip Neri in Winona,...
Qué Pasa? – June 1, 2024
Priest Ordination Mass: Deacon Andrew Smith will be ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, June 1, 2024. The ordination Mass will be held at 10am at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (423 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75702) Catholic Tyler...
Priest Assignments: Summer 2024
After due consultation and prayerful reflection, and to provide for the proper care of souls entrusted to him, Bishop Joe S. Vásquez is pleased to announce the following pastoral assignments and appointments for the Diocese of Tyler. All assignments are effective July...
Qué Pasa? – May 1, 2024
Project Rachel Retreat: Project Rachel’s one day Retreat is a life-giving journey for women who struggle with the emotional and spiritual pain caused by abortion, where they can experience the mercy and compassion of God. This retreat helps the suffering soul to...
Pope Francis’ 2024 Easter Message
As we continue to celebrate the Easter season, read Pope Francis’ Easter message. You can find the link here.
Relic of St. Jude coming to Tyler, April 8th
From September 2023 to May 2024, the arm of Saint Jude Thaddeus, venerated in Rome from ancient times, will be on pilgrimage in the United States, making stops in 100 cities. On April 8, 2024, this relic will be coming to Tyler. One of the Church’s most beloved...