U.S. Bishops Issue “Special Message” on Immigration; Bishop Kelly Asks for Prayers and Solidarity
“The Church, like a mother, accompanies those who are walking. Where the world sees threats, she sees children; where walls are built, she builds bridges. She knows that her proclamation of the Gospel is credible only when it is translated into gestures of...
Bishop Kelly unites with Texas bishops in response to court’s decision on status of DACA recipients in Texas
To the Priests and Faithful of the Diocese of Tyler, Today my brother bishops and I have issued a statement regarding the decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, on the status of DACA recipients in Texas. This decision is likely to significantly...
Bishop Kelly hopes ESA program will support East Texas Families
Last week the Texas Comptroller’s Office published the proposed rules for the Education Savings Account (ESA) program that will be available for the 2026-2027 school year. This program provides parents of students in non-public schools a publicly funded government...
In Gratitude for Your Generosity for Central Texas
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In response to the devastating flooding in Central Texas in July, a special collection was taken up at all the Masses throughout the diocese to support relief efforts. We had a beautiful response to this special collection,...
Bishop Kelly Announces Special Collection for Central Texas
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The effects of the devastation from the flooding in Central Texas continues to unfold in the lives of so many in our state. Please keep all those affected in your prayers during this time, especially commending to the Lord all...Upcoming Events
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