The Catholic Diocese of Tyler

Lenten Message from Bishop Joe Vásquez

Lenten Message from Bishop Joe Vásquez

by | Feb 7, 2024 | Bishop, Liturgy, News

February 7, 2024 My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:  Next week, we will begin the season of Lent. This liturgical season is a time of renewal and conversion for those of us who are already Christian, and it is about welcoming the newly baptized and initiated...
Advent Letter from Bishop Joe Vásquez

Advent Letter from Bishop Joe Vásquez

by | Dec 7, 2023 | Bishop, Liturgy, News

My Dear Brothers and Sisters: Blessed Advent greetings in Christ! Each year, this holy season brings us a new opportunity to contemplate the face of God in the Christ Child. The joyful expectation of Advent leads us to the glory of Christmas, where we are again...
A Message from Bishop Joe Vásquez

A Message from Bishop Joe Vásquez

by | Nov 13, 2023 | Bishop, News

Dear Priests, Deacons, Religious and Lay Faithful of the Diocese of Tyler: Pope Francis appointed me as the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Tyler on November 11, 2023. I accept the Holy Father’s trust in me and ask for your prayers as I take on this...
A Pastoral Reflection for the Eucharistic Revival

A Pastoral Reflection for the Eucharistic Revival

by | Feb 16, 2023 | Bishop, News

As we continue this time of Eucharistic Revival, I have been considering the best ways I can promote reverent reception of the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ. As your shepherd, I know that the worthy and reverent reception of the Eucharist is...