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40 Days for Life Set for Sept. 22 to Oct. 31
The annual 40 Days for Life campaign in the Diocese of Tyler kicks-off on Sept. 19 and runs from Sept. 22 to Oct. 31. 40 Days for Life is an independent effort but carries out the campaign with the support of the diocesan Sanctity of Life Office. Participants can...
Why Be Catholic And Not Just Christian? Part 1: Understanding Protestantism
Being a convert as well as a seminarian, I am often asked why I became Catholic. “What led you to conversion?” or “Who influenced you?” or most often “Why become a Catholic when you were already a Christian?” These are great questions, and I love to tell the...
2021 Sanctity of Life Banquet Set for Oct. 11
You are invited to join the Diocese of Tyler for the 6th Annual East Texas Sanctity of Life Banquet with featured speaker Ashley Bratcher. Bratcher is an actress who has starred in Christian films in the U.S. This year’s banquet will take place on Monday, Oct. 11 at 6...
Our Lady of Victory in Paris to Hold Discipleship Series
Our Lady of Victory Parish in Paris, TX will be holding a discipleship formation series titled “Living and Sharing our Faith in Jesus.” The series will include a day of teaching in September, October and November and feature speakers from the St. Philip...
Of Trust, Tears, and the Open Road
By the time this article is released, I will most likely be on the road somewhere along the East Coast. I’m returning to Massachusetts to continue my studies, accompanied by some great friends and a whole load of camping gear. It’s not the first of unexpected changes...
Catechists From Across the Diocese Participate in 2021 Catechist Conferences
On August 21st and 28th, catechists from across the Diocese of Tyler joined the St. Philip Institute team for dynamic days of teaching, prayer and fellowship. It was a great joy to gather as a diocese for an in person catechist conference after hosting the annual...
Through the Generosity of the Diocese, the 2021 Bishop’s Annual Appeal Reaches 99% of Goal Ahead of Schedule
By Abby Murrane Every year the Diocese of Tyler, through the leadership of Bishop Joseph E. Strickland, participates in the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. The intention behind an annual appeal is to encourage the diocesan family to make a contribution for the ministries and...
Entrust Yourself to St. Joseph This Year
I never knew how much I merely scraped the surface in my relationship with St. Joseph until this Lenten season when my husband invited me to pray the consecration to St. Joseph. Although he had a tender place in my heart, St. Joseph remained a mystery. While...
Pray and Don’t Lose Heart: What St. Monica Teaches us about Persistence in Prayer
St. Augustine of Hippo has been an influential figure in my life for many years. The best way I can describe the role Augustine plays in my life is to say he’s like a favorite uncle that shows up and takes care of things just when I need him. When I wanted to...
East Texas Sanctity of Life Banquet, Oct. 11, 2021
Join the Diocese of Tyler for the Sixth Annual East Texas Sanctity of Life Banquet on October 11, 2021. Ashley Bratcher will be the featured speaker for this year’s banquet. Ashley Bratcher Ashley Bratcher is most recognized for her breakout role as the star of...
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Son Tres Los Que Se Casan: Retiro de CONVALIDACIONES (Texarkana)
Three to Get Married – English Retreat (May 3-4, 2024)
Rooted & Rising: Youth Ministers Formation Day
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