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We continue to make great progress with the Chapel. I know that it is hard to tell from the pictures because the basic structure has been in place for quite a while. It was easier to see the progress when we were looking at walls going up and huge beams being put in place.
It reminds me of our spiritual journey. At least in my experience most of the time we progress spiritually in ways that aren't so obvious and easy to see but as we continue on the path of Christ we do continue to make progress growing in wisdom, age and grace (for sure the age part!!!!!)
God bless and try to stay cool.
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. 