By Our annual Chrism Mass was a beautiful celebration with my brother priests of the Diocese of Tyler. We are renewed in our resolve and commitment to more closely conform ourselves to Christ and to faithfully carry out our mission of teaching, governing and sanctifying. See all the photos from the Mass here>>>
Joseph Strickland
Bishop Joseph E. Strickland was named the fourth bishop of Tyler in September of 2012 by Pope Benedict XVI. Prior to being named bishop, he served a number of roles in the diocese, including vicar general, judicial vicar, and pastor of the Cathedral parish. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1985. 