2023 Diocese of Tyler
March 1st ~ registration Begins
Event is on:
May 6th, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Culture for Life 5K ~ Come join the whole diocese and beyond in celebrating a Culture of Life and encouraging one another in the ongoing work it requires of each of us in doing our part to help build God’s Kingdom and restore His Sacred Image in ourselves and the world! Registration begins March 1st. Bishop Gorman School Track. Details
March 25th, 6:30 pm
Mothers in Christ Mother & Son Dance ~ At the Cathedral Center (423 S. Broadway, Tyler). All are invited! For more details, contact Ashley Barb at 469-334-9037.
March 26th, 5:00 pm
Passover Seder ~ This year, the cathedral parish will celebrate the Passover as a foreshadowing of Christ’s Last supper. Whether it’s your first Seder or you’re an old hand, this celebration will deepen your appreciation of the great gift of the Eucharist! You must attend the preparation session on March 26th to participate in the Seder on April 2nd. The prep session will give you some Scriptural background and allow you to choose what you will bring to the feast the following week. Registration for the Seder can only be completed at the preparation session. The Seder will make your Holy Week unforgettable! For further information, contact Sheryl at: sclare27@aol.com Both Events held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral Center. Sunday, March 26th at 5:00 pm – The Preparation Session. Sunday, April 2nd, Palm Sunday, at 6:00 pm The Seder Meal
March 28th, 11:30 am
Catholic Advocacy Day ~ Make plans to attend the rally with the Texas bishops on the south steps of the Capitol in Austin at 11:30 am. Details
March 28th
April 17th
6:30 – 8:00 pm
VATICAN II ~ A presentation by Rev. Gavin N. Vaverek, JCL. All are invited to these informative sessions about the Second Vatican Council. This presentation is being offered as a special remembrance of the Council’s 60th Anniversary. Immaculate Conception Cathedral Center. Details
March 29th
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
March 30th – April 1st
Children’s Clothing Consignment Sale ~ over 1,400 East Texas families bring their gently used children’s clothing as well as shoes, equipment, baby furniture, outside playground equipment, nursery and maternity items, books, software, videos, toys, and furniture. Details
March 30th
English 6:00 pm
Spanish 7:00 pm
Stations of the Cross ~ Every Friday During Lent. English, Chaple of Sts. Peter and Paul 6: 00 pm. Spanish, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception at 7:00 pm.
March 31st, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry ~ At the Cathedral Center. Entrance is only with an advanced ticket purchase. Tickets are $15/each or $45/family (2 adults plus all kids under 18). Watch for ticket sales after Cathedral/Chapel Masses or contact Ron Schumacher: 704-618-2442.
March 31st, 7:00 pm
Ballet Magnificat! is coming to East Texas! ~ Come experience an amazing Christ-exalting ballet concert by beautifully talented ballet artists. Details
April 1st, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
April 1st, 10:00 am
First Saturday Mass with Bishop Strickland – Culture of Life Foundation is having a Mass said to thank those in our lives with exceptional abilities for being exceptional witnesses in our lives! Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul, Tyler Texas.
April 1st, 11:00 am
Public Rosary on the Loop & Broadway ~ Public reparation and consolation to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. Feel free to bring any Holy images you’d like to display while we pray, the more Holy images the better. We hope and pray we can awaken consciences towards our Lord through our Blessed Mother. More info: Jorge Robles at jdr7110@yahoo.com. (1st Saturdays)
April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
11:00 pm
Precious Blood Devotion on Thursdays throughout Lent~ St. Boniface Catholic Church in Chandler. The hours coincide with the hours that Jesus spent in the Agony of the Garden. 11pm – Rosary, 11:30pm – Votive Mass of the Precious Blood, 12am-1am – Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 1-3am – Devotional Prayers. Come for part or all of the devotional time.
April 2nd, 6:00 pm
Passover Seder ~ This year, the cathedral parish will celebrate the Passover as a foreshadowing of Christ’s Last supper. Registration for the Seder can only be completed at the preparation session on March 26th at 5:00 pm. The Seder will make your Holy Week unforgettable! For further information, contact Sheryl at: sclare27@aol.com Both Events held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral Center. Sunday, March 26th at 5:00 pm – The Preparation Session. Sunday, April 2nd, Palm Sunday, at 6:00 pm The Seder Meal
April 3rd
May 1st
6:45 pm
Guard the Deposit of Faith Series ~ With Deacon Fournier at 6:45pm at Bishop Gorman Holy Family Library, Tyler. Details
April 4th, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
April 5, 12, 19, 26
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
April 6th, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
April 6, 13, 20, 27
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
April 7th, 10:30 am
Good Friday Stations of the Cross with Bishop Strickland ~Join Bishop Strickland on Good Friday at Planned Parenthood (601 Turtle Creek Dr., Tyler) to pray the Stations of the Cross, Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary, and the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Bishop will lead us in special pro-life meditations as we contemplate the death of Christ at this modern day Calvary, where children made in His image are sentenced to die.
April 8th, 10:00 am
Traditional Blessing of the Easter Food Baskets ~ At the Redemptoris Mater Chapel (St. John Paul II Catholic Campus Ministry, 2603 Old Omen Rd, Tyler). The blessings specifically address the various contents of the baskets, and then the priest then sprinkles the individual baskets with holy water. The food blessed is then taken home for the great Easter feast on Sunday. For more details on this beautiful tradition
April 8th, 4:00 pm
Rosary March for the Consecration of Texas to the Sacred Heart of Jesus ~ Second Saturday each month At the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Arrive at 3:45. More Information
April 13th, 9:00 to noon
Ladies Beginner Handgun: Fundamentals With Confidence ~ When gun owners miss real fundamental training their capability of reaching their potential becomes limited. Fundamentals are lacking and basic mistakes can continue to be made. Join us and learn the ins and outs of your tool, safe operation, maintenance, introduction to self defense, and more. Topics to include, but not limited to: Safe handling, Fundamentals of proficient shooting, Marksmanship training as it relates to self defense, & Maintenance. Details and Sign Up
April 13th, 11:30 am and/or 1:00 pm
Newcomers Activity: Roseland Plantation Tea and/or Tour ~ Come enjoy the charming elegance of the Old South and see a grand 1854 Plantation home and property. We will meet at 11:30 am for High Tea. If you only want to do the tour arrive at 1:00pm. Both groups will do the tour together. Limited seating for the Tea. Payment in advance is necessary for this event. RSVP by March 27th. Payments Collected the week of March 20th to March 27th. Email Celeste at Maryschildcvs@gmail.com to RSVP. Details
April 15th, 6:30 pm
Newcomers Welcome Reception- This is for all those who have joined the parish of the Immaculate Conception since September, 2022 or those who have never been to a Welcome Reception. Event will be held at the Cathedral Center. Bring a simple dish to share. Wine and other beverages provided.
April 18th, 7:00 pm
Men’s Holy Hour ~ The holy hour will include Adoration, Evening Prayer, quiet personal prayer and confession. Afterwards, head over to ETX for refreshments and social time with the men of the parish. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Details
April 23rd 4:00 pm
Parish Multi-Cultural Festival – Newcomers will have a table with food and smiles to share with the rest of the parish. Anyone who is interested in helping plan the menu and cooking, please email Celeste at maryschildcvs@gmail.com
April 26th, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
April 29th
Moms Marian Crown Making Party – Special Moms Night Out where we will make crowns for our Mary statues. Bring a bottle of wine, dessert, or appetizer to share. If you have crafty items to bring, awesome. But if not, there will be plenty there. More details TBD
May 2nd, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
May 4th, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
May 4, 11, 18, 25
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
May 5th, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
May 6th, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Tyler
May 6th, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Culture for Life 5K ~ Come join the whole diocese and beyond in celebrating a Culture of Life and encouraging one another in the ongoing work it requires of each of us in doing our part to help build God’s Kingdom and restore His Sacred Image in ourselves and the world! Registration begins March 1st. Bishop Gorman School Track. Details
May 7th, 4:00 pm
Marian Concert ~ Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Tyler
May 13th, 4:00 pm
Rosary March for the Consecration of Texas to the Sacred Heart of Jesus ~ Second Saturday each month At the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Arrive at 3:45. More Information
May16th, 7:00 pm
Men’s Holy Hour ~ The holy hour will include Adoration, Evening Prayer, quiet personal prayer and confession. Afterwards, head over to ETX for refreshments and social time with the men of the parish. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Details
May 26th, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
June 1st, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
June 2nd, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
June 3rd, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
June 6th, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
June 7, 14, 21, 28
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
June 9th and 10th
Diocese of Tyler Eucharistic Congress –Tyler TX. (Save the date)
June 10th, 4:00 pm
Rosary March for the Consecration of Texas to the Sacred Heart of Jesus ~ Second Saturday each month At the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Arrive at 3:45. More Information
June 28th, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
July 4th, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
July 5, 12, 19, 26
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
July 6th, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
July 6, 13, 20, 27
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
July 1st, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
July 7th, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
July 26th, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
August 1st, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
August 3rd, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
August 3, 10, 17, 23, 31
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
August 4th, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
August 5th, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
August 23rd, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
September1st, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
September 2nd, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
September 5th, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
September 6, 13, 20, 27
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
September 7th, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
September 7, 14, 21, 28
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
September 27th, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
October 3rd, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
October 4, 11, 18, 25
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
October 5th, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
October 5, 12, 19, 26
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
October 6th, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
October 7th, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
October 10th – 12th
Eucharist Congress ~ Details to follow
October 25th, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
5:30 pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
November 2nd, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
November 3rd, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
November 7th, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
November 4th, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
November 29th, 7:30 pm
Ladies Book Society Meeting ~ Please join a fun group of ladies as we read some great books, get together for awesome discussions, and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to come as often or as little as your busy schedule allows. We are excited to meet new friends and reconnect with old ones! Details & RSVP
December 1st, 7:45 am
First Friday Breakfast – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Following 7:00am Holy Mass. Details
December 2nd, 7:00 am
Men’s First Saturday Devotional Group and Breakfast. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
December 5th, 7:30 pm
Women’s Adoration Hour & Fellowship ~ Meet at the Chapel of Sts. Peter and Paul for adoration and confessions. Then head to BJs Brewhouse for fellowship. Every 1st Tuesday.
December 6, 13, 20, 27
5:30pm
Prayer on the Square – Public Rosary prayed weekly in downtown Tyler corner of S. Broadway and E. Ferguson. Rain or shine. If raining, we meet under the awning of the Court House located across the street from the square on S. Broadway. Details
December 7th, 9:00 am
Public Prayer & Sidewalk Counseling ~ Support a Culture of Life. Come and pray, come and see what it’s all about. Outside Dallas IVF (641 S Broadway Ave, Tyler). Details
December 7, 14, 21, 28
12:00 pm
Thursday Trekkers ~ Weekly Walk/Run Group. Meet at 12 noon sharp at the steps to Fresh to pray the Angelus. We then begin our walk or run to the Legacy Trail. This is a self paced activity. Men, women, children, all are welcome. We meet up again at 1:00 pm at Fresh to enjoy lunch. Details
Truth for Souls 