The Catholic Diocese of Tyler

Father Stephen J. Duyka: 1953-2022

Father Stephen J. Duyka: 1953-2022

by | Jun 6, 2022 | News

Rev. Stephen J. Duyka, a priest of the Diocese of Tyler and pastor of St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Atlanta, Texas, passed away on June 4, 2022, in Texarkana at age 69. The visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 8 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at St. Catherine of Siena...
“Why We Adore Him?” A Holy Thursday Message

“Why We Adore Him?” A Holy Thursday Message

by | Apr 11, 2022 | Bishop

I hope the title of this reflection gets the attention of the reader because in many ways it gets to the heart of the matter. As I attempt to explain why Eucharistic Adoration is so important in my life and why I want to encourage every Catholic in the Diocese of...
Mass to Consecrate Russia and Ukraine – March 25

Mass to Consecrate Russia and Ukraine – March 25

by | Mar 18, 2022 | Liturgy

Bishop Joseph E. Strickland of Tyler will join Pope Francis and other Catholic bishops around the world in consecrating Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Friday, March 25, 2022. The Mass, celebrated for the Solemnity of the Annunciation, will begin...
The Season of Lent 2022

The Season of Lent 2022

by | Mar 1, 2022 | Liturgy

Lent is a 40 day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. It’s a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection at Easter. During Lent, we seek the Lord in prayer by reading...