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Seminarian Nathaniel Hall Admitted to Candidacy
Seminarian Nathaniel Hall was admitted to candidacy for Holy Orders during a Mass celebrated by Bishop Gregory Kelly on July 31, the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Tyler. Admission to candidacy is an important step...
¿Qué Pasa? – August 3, 2026
Diocesan Formation Conference: The Diocesan Formation Conference will be on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m at Bishop Gorman School in Tyler. Join us for a day of catechetical formation featuring keynote speaker Adrián Alberto...
Father Hank Lanik appointed Vicar General for the Diocese of Tyler
Bishop Gregory Kelly is pleased to announce the appointment of Very Rev. Hank Lanik as Vicar General for the Diocese of Tyler, effective immediately. Previously held by Bishop John Gomez before his appointment as bishop of the Diocese of Laredo, this role is vital to...
Letter of Pope Leo XIV on the 250th Anniversary of the United States
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, May God bless you and your families and friends as we mark together on this July 4, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. May the God-given rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of...
¿Qué Pasa? – July 1, 2026
Catholic Family Adventure Club Member Registration: The Catholic Family Adventure Club, a homeschool social community, is now accepting families for the 2026-2027 programming year. Member registration is open from July 1- July 22, 2026. Membership perks include field...
Message from Bishop Kelly on the Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart
This Thursday evening, June 10, the Vigil of the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I will be with the bishops of the United States gathered for the Spring Assembly of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) in Orlando, Florida. That evening...
Father William “Bill” Palmer, 1960–2026
Rev. William E. Palmer, a priest of the Diocese of Tyler and Pastor of St. Mary of the Cenacle Parish in New Boston, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the age of 65. The visitation and Vigil for the Deceased will be held on Sunday, June 14, at 6...
Priest Assignments: Summer 2026
After due consultation and prayerful reflection, and to provide for the proper care of souls entrusted to him, Bishop Gregory Kelly is pleased to announce the following pastoral assignments and appointments for the Diocese of Tyler. All assignments are effective July...
¿Qué Pasa? – June 1, 2026
Texas Needs Fatima Rosary Rally: Texas Needs Fatima Ministry is hosting a Eucharistic Rosary Rally at St. Theresa of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church in Gladewater (10138 Union Grove Rd., Gladewater, TX) on June 20, 2026 from 11:00 a.m-1:30...
Bishops to Consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart
At their Plenary Assembly in November of last year, the U.S. Bishops announced plans to consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The consecration will take place on June 11, 2026, as part of the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the...
Upcoming Events
August 2026
VIRTUS Initial Training Session (English)
VIRTUS Initial Training Session (English)
VIRTUS Initial Training Session (Spanish)
VIRTUS Recertification Training Session (English)