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This letter is especially important in light of the statements we are seeing from Rome that speak of undermining "Human Love in the Divine Plan". Let us be clear that this truth cannot be changed. As Cardinal Ladaria said in March of 2021, the Church cannot bless sin. Let us instead embrace the beauty of the plan God Our Father has layed out for us, if we will only listen.
Pastoral letter Oct 3, 2023.pdf
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. 