The Catholic Diocese of Tyler

Holy Week Invitation from Bishop Vásquez

Holy Week Invitation from Bishop Vásquez

by | Mar 20, 2024 | Bishop, News

Brothers and Sisters, The journey we began on Ash Wednesday and the sacrifices we have made have led us to Holy Week. On Palm Sunday, after our Lord’s triumphant entrance into Jerusalem, we move directly into Holy Week, the most solemn time of the liturgical...
Lenten Message from Bishop Joe Vásquez

Lenten Message from Bishop Joe Vásquez

by | Feb 7, 2024 | Bishop, 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, 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...