By Check out the great photos from the Christ the King celebration at Christ the King Parish in Kilgore.
Congratulations to the Christ the King community on the occasion of the groundbreaking for their new churuch. Numerous priests, deacons, religious and laity have worked long and hard to make this day possible. It was a blessing to be able to celebrate with them and I look forward to the dedication of the church when it is completed.
Christ the King Parish is just one of many examples of growth and development in the diocese. We have much to be thankful for as we celebrate Thanksgiving Day with family and friends.
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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. 