The Catholic Diocese of Tyler

Pastoral Letter to Conclude the Year of the Eucharist

Pastoral Letter to Conclude the Year of the Eucharist

by | Jul 12, 2020 | Bishop

To prepare for the conclusion of the Year of the Eucharist tin the Diocese of Tyler, Bishop Joseph Strickland has written a reflection to the faithful of the diocese.  Dear Faithful of the Diocese of Tyler, Our 2020 liturgical year has been more challenging than most...
“Gift of Life Community Blood Drive” – July 29

“Gift of Life Community Blood Drive” – July 29

by | Jul 9, 2020 | News

The Diocese of Tyler Sanctity of Life Office, Catholic Charities East Texas, Knights of Columbus, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances, St. Philip Institute of Catechesis and Evangelization and Bishop Thomas K. Gorman School, are partnering with Carter BloodCare on a ...
Wearing Masks at Public Liturgies

Wearing Masks at Public Liturgies

by | Jul 3, 2020 | COVID-19

To the Clergy, Religious, and Lay Faithful of the Diocese of Tyler: As we continue to face the public health crisis created by COVID-19, the situation in Texas has become extremely concerning. Yesterday, Governor Greg Abbott issued an Executive Order requiring all...
Assignments and Appointments: June 2020

Assignments and Appointments: June 2020

by | May 15, 2020 | Assignments

After due consultation and prayerful reflection, and in order to provide for the proper care of souls entrusted to him, Bishop Joseph E. Strickland is pleased to announce the following pastoral assignments and appointments for the Diocese of Tyler. All assignments are...

Resuming Liturgies While Facing COVID-19

by | Apr 28, 2020 | COVID-19

Based on the guidance from the Office of the Governor, the celebration of liturgies with the people may resume in the Diocese of Tyler on May 1, 2020, provided that health protocols and other measures are observed in order to protect the vulnerable and mitigate the...