In Memoriam: Pope Benedict XVI

In Memoriam: Pope Benedict XVI

Bishop Joseph E. Strickland and the clergy of the Diocese of Tyler will celebrate a memorial Mass for Benedict XVI on Friday, Jan. 6 at 6 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Tyler. The retired pope died on Dec. 31 in Rome. Pope Francis is scheduled...
Giving Tuesday 2023

Giving Tuesday 2023

GivingTuesday is a movement focused on giving to your favorite causes after reflection and Thanksgiving. This year we focus on one of our favorite causes: our seminarians. Please support us with a gift, at any level, at www.dioceseoftyler.org/baa2022. Gifts to the...
Diocese Partners with VIRTUS for Safe Environment

Diocese Partners with VIRTUS for Safe Environment

The Diocese of Tyler is pleased to announce a partnership with VIRTUS® to help train and educate Church personnel in the diocese about safe environments for minors and vulnerable adults. VIRTUS’ Protecting God’s Children® training program will be incorporated into the...
Statement on Dobbs v. Jackson Decision

Statement on Dobbs v. Jackson Decision

In response to the decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, Bishop Joseph E. Strickland issued the following statement:  “It is with great joy that we receive the news of the decision of the U.S. Supreme Court on Dobbs v....
Oviedo, Torres to be Ordained Priests

Oviedo, Torres to be Ordained Priests

In liturgies in Tyler and Mexico City, Deacons Isaac Oviedo and Mario Torres will be ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Tyler in June. Oviedo’s ordination is scheduled for Saturday, June 18 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Tyler....