The Catholic Diocese of Tyler

COVID-19 Update: August 2021

COVID-19 Update: August 2021

by | Aug 6, 2021 | COVID-19

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued updated guidance regarding the use of masks for protection against the spread of COVID-19.  Specifically, to maximize protection from the Delta variant and prevent possibly spreading it to others, the CDC...
Special Message from East Texas Hospitals

Special Message from East Texas Hospitals

by | Nov 24, 2020 | COVID-19

Bishop Joseph E. Strickland is sharing the following joint statement from CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances and UT Health East Texas hospitals, issued on Nov. 23, 2020: CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances & UT Health East Texas Joint Statement – COVID-19 To the...
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...

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...

Letter on Development of Vaccine for COVID-19

by | Apr 23, 2020 | Bishop, COVID-19

Bishop Joseph Strickland has written a letter encouraging pharmaceutical companies to use ethical methods in the development of a vaccine for the coronavirus and encouraging all to support and pray for this. The Church continues to stand in clear opposition to the use...