St. Therese Catholic Church

Give yourself a free gift this Christmas! Beginning December 1st, join us in reading one chapter daily from the Gospel of St. Luke, of which there are twenty-four chapters. By Christmas Eve you will have read the entire account of Our Lord's life and awaken on Christmas day knowing WHO and WHY we celebrate God becoming man in Christ Jesus, the central mystery of our Catholic Faith. Start My Journey to Meet Jesus

This coming Sunday is the First Sunday of Advent. Many bring out the advent candles out of storage and set them in a wreath. Over these few weeks preceding Christmas, we will gather, pray and sing together- inviting the coming of the Lord into our lives, our homes, our Churches - and into the world which God still loves so much, that He continues to send His Only Begotten Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. (John 3:16)

The Advent Season is upon us, and many of us have put up our Advent Wreaths. Did you know you can bless your Advent Wreath right at home?

Of all the seasons of the liturgical year, Advent seems to be the most overlooked. Overshadowed by Christmas, Advent is forgotten and unobserved. As a result, some struggle to make sense of Christmas and why the season matters at all.� 

In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade, pro-life lawmakers find themselves at a crossroads, grappling with electoral setbacks and the need to reassess their approach to the contentious issue of abortion. The recent elections marked a challenging period for the pro-life movement, with losses in Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia, prompting a diverse range of responses within their ranks.

Pope Francis, grappling with lingering health issues stemming from influenza, has regretfully canceled his attendance at the United Nations COP28 climate conference in Dubai this week, according to an announcement from the Vatican on Tuesday. Despite an improvement in the general clinical outlook, the Pope's doctors advised against the trip, citing concerns about respiratory inflammation.

In a world where the landscape of education is constantly evolving, the question arises: What is the biggest gift you've ever given? For many, the answer lies in supporting initiatives that stand as beacons of hope, contributing to the greater good of society. One such initiative that has been making a profound impact is the Catholic Online School, a transformative force in the realm of education.

As I am sure you have heard by now, I have been removed as Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler.�  I was asked to meet with the Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, and in that meeting I was read a list of the reasons I was being removed.�  I would make these reasons available to you if possible; however, I was not given a copy of this list at that time, and I have not been able as of yet to obtain a copy despite my requests.

In the heart of the expansive American West, where the landscapes dance with the rhythm of nature, there exists a sanctuary for meat lovers--a place where the spirit of tradition and the commitment to pure, unadulterated goodness converge. This is the home of our exceptional beef, where 'The Greatest Meat on Earth' is not just a statement; it's a promise delivered straight from our ranches to your table.