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Thousands of Catholics to visit Texas Capital April 4
Posted: 4/4/2017 10:52 AM
Catholics from throughout the state will join bishops of Texas in advocating legislators to consider their position on bills before the 85th Legislature. [More]
Statement by Bishop Edward J. Burns on the Current Situation of Immigration to the US and the Diocese of Dallas
Posted: 3/10/2017 6:17 PM
"The Catholic Church is a mother to all her children, and as a mother loves her children, she will always seek to protect and provide for her children. In response to recent developments, I am forming an Immigration Task Force to assist the Diocese of Dallas in responding to the needs of the immigrant community." [More]
Diocese of Dallas Celebrates New Catholic Bishop Edward J. Burns at Solemn Vespers and Installation
Posted: 2/3/2017 3:08 PM
The Catholic Diocese of Dallas hosted two days of celebrations at Cathedral Guadalupe to welcome Bishop Edward J. Burns as the new Chief Shepherd of the diocese. A Solemn Vespers Service was conducted at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe on the eve of the Installation, February 8, and Bishop Edward J. Burns was installed as the eighth Bishop of Dallas at an Installation Mass on Thursday, February 9 at 2p. [More]
Pope Francis Appoints New Bishop for the Diocese of Dallas
Posted: 12/13/2016 6:14 AM
Pope Francis has named the Most Reverend Edward J. Burns to serve as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Dallas. Bishop Burns, the new Chief Shepherd of the 1.3 million Catholics in the Dallas diocese, succeeds Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who left Dallas for Rome on October 1 after the Pope appointed him the Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life. Bishop Burns will be installed as the Bishop of Dallas on February 9, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe. [More]
Former Dallas Bishop Kevin J. Farrell made Cardinal on Saturday, November 19
Posted: 11/16/2016 2:58 PM
On Saturday, November 19th, 2016, the Most Reverend Kevin J. Farrell, former Bishop of the Diocese of Dallas, was made a Cardinal at a special Consistory ceremony presided by Pope Francis. Learn about consistories, and watch the Consistory Mass online. [More]
Nov 21 - 2p - Bishop-Elect Monsignor Robert M. Coerver Ordination as Bishop of Lubbock
Posted: 11/9/2016 3:52 PM
Bishop-Elect Robert Coerver, 62, was appointed as the third Bishop of the Diocese of Lubbock, Texas on September 27, 2016. Robert Coerver, a native of Dallas, was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Dallas on January 27, 1980, and most recently served as Pastor of St. Rita Parish in Dallass. [More]
Bishop Kevin Farrell to be made Cardinal
Posted: 10/9/2016 9:05 AM
The Diocese of Dallas gives thanks for the news that Bishop Kevin Farrell, former bishop of the diocese and new Prefect of the new Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life in Rome, will be made a cardinal. [More]
National Day of Prayer for Peace in Our Communities - September 9
Posted: 8/21/2016 4:53 PM
In the wake of the multiple tragedies this summer in many communities throughout the U.S., including here in Dallas, USCCB President Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz has called for a National Day of Prayer for Peace in Our Communities. The designated date for this observance is Friday, September 9th for parishes throughout the U.S, on the Feast of St. Peter Claver. [More]
More on Bishop Farrell’s new role as Prefect of the Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life
Posted: 8/17/2016 12:18 PM
What makes the creation of this dicastery unique? What will Bishop Farrell be doing for the dicastery? Learn more about this new role for Bishop Kevin J. Farrell in the Roman Curia. [More]
Statement by Bishop Farrell on his appointment as Prefect of the new Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life
Posted: 8/17/2016 6:45 AM
The following is Bishop Kevin J. Farrell’s response to the Papal announcement of his appointment as the Prefect of the newly established Vatican Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life. [More]
Bishop Kevin J. Farrell named Prefect of the new Vatican Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life
Posted: 8/17/2016 6:12 AM
With a Moto Proprio, Pope Francis announced on Wednesday the establishment of a Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life. The Prefect of the new Dicastery will be the Irish-born Bishop Kevin Joseph Farrell, currently serving as Bishop of Dallas. [More]
Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Dallas Launch 2016 – 2017 School Year
Posted: 8/8/2016 5:27 PM
Catholic school students in the Diocese of Dallas begin heading back to the classroom on Wednesday, August 10th. See the complete list of start dates for Catholic schools in the Diocese of Dallas. [More]
Notice of Death - Deacon Louis Muñoz, MD
Posted: 6/24/2016 12:19 PM
It is our sad duty to inform you of the death of Deacon Louis Muñoz, MD from Prince of Peace Catholic Community. Deacon Muñoz died on the afternoon of June 22nd, after a prolonged illness. [More]
Bishop Farrell's statement on Apostolic Exhortation from Pope Francis - The Joy of Love (Amoris Laetitia)
Posted: 4/8/2016 10:14 AM
"This is an extraordinary document on the family and it will be the focus of the Church for years to come. Amoris Laetitia emphasizes the importance of the family as the foundation of society. It clearly defines the Church’s teaching on marriage and the family." [More]
Easter Message from Bishop Farrell
Posted: 3/26/2016 11:50 AM
Jesus Christ is risen today! Alleluia, alleluia! [More]
Prayers for Brussels
Posted: 3/23/2016 3:54 PM
Bishop Farrell asks all Catholics in the Diocese of Dallas to please pray for the people of Brussels during this difficult time and for an end to violence. [More]
David Woodyard Named Catholic Charities of Dallas CEO
Posted: 2/29/2016 4:15 PM
Catholic Charities of Dallas (CCD), one of the largest social services organization in Greater Dallas, today announced the hiring of David Woodyard as Chief Executive Officer, overseeing the organization’s 17 programs serving more than 30,000 children, families and seniors in need every year. [More]
Pope Appoints Bishop Deshotel to Lead Lafayette
Posted: 2/17/2016 6:38 AM
Pope Francis has named Diocese of Dallas auxiliary bishop, the Most Reverend J. Douglas Deshotel, to serve as the new Bishop of Lafayette in Louisiana. The appointment was announced today in Washington, D.C. by the papal nuncio to the United States, Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, followed by the announcement in the Diocese of Lafayette. [More]
The Most Reverend Gregory Kelly Ordained Bishop for Catholic Diocese
Posted: 2/11/2016 11:50 AM
The Most Reverend Gregory Kelly was ordained a bishop before a capacity crowd on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe in downtown Dallas by Bishop Kevin J. Farrell. [More]
Catholic Diocese of Dallas Reaches $125 Million Capital Campaign Goal
Posted: 2/8/2016 3:09 PM
The first capital campaign ever undertaken by the Catholic Diocese of Dallas has reached its goal of $125 million. [More]
Dallas priest Monsignor John Gregory Kelly named Auxiliary Bishop for the Diocese of Dallas
Posted: 12/16/2015 8:39 AM
Read the announcement and watch the video of the press conference introducing Greg Kelly as the new Auxiliary Bishop for the Catholic Diocese of Dallas. [More]
Bishop Farrell to Join Pope and Bishops Worldwide in Opening The Holy Door of Mercy
Posted: 12/11/2015 4:07 PM
In accordance with the decree of Pope Francis and in unity with bishops all over the world, Bishop Kevin J. Farrell will open the “Door of Mercy” at the Cathedral of the Virgin of Guadalupe at 2215 Ross Avenue in Dallas at 12 noon Mass on Sunday, December 13th. [More]
Non-Profit Financial Leader Named New CFO of Catholic Diocese of Dallas
Posted: 10/12/2015 3:56 PM
The Catholic Diocese of Dallas is pleased to announce that after a lengthy and comprehensive search, Cecilia A. Colbert, C.P.A. has been selected as the new Chief Financial Officer of the organization. Colbert replaces Michael Weis who retired in July after 20 years as CFO for the diocese. [More]
New Superintendent Chosen to Lead Catholic Schools in Diocese of Dallas
Posted: 10/12/2015 3:56 PM
Catholic schools in the Diocese of Dallas will soon have a new leader. Dr. Matthew Vereecke was selected after a nationwide search to fill the superintendent’s post vacated by the retirement of Sister Gloria Cain, SSND. [More]
Bishop Kevin Farrell responds to the SCOTUS ruling on marriage
Posted: 6/26/2015 3:32 PM
From Bishop Farrell: "The same Constitution that has now been held to open civil marriage to same-sex couples confirms and protects the Church’s right to carry forward the historic teaching of the Church regarding the Sacrament of Marriage." [More]
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