Brothers see the announcement from Bishop Burns:
Today at 12 noon in Rome, our Holy Father, Pope Francis, appointed Bishop Gregory Kelly as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, Texas. We rejoice with the priests and faithful of the Diocese of Tyler as they receive a wonderful shepherd to lead them. While we acknowledge that Pope Francis has chosen a loyal and committed Bishop to serve in the Diocese of Tyler, our beloved brother will be missed here in the Diocese of Dallas. We acknowledge that Pope Francis has chosen a man who possesses the heart of the Good Shepherd and will serve the people of God in the Diocese of Tyler well.
Bishop Kelly will be installed as the fifth bishop of the Diocese of Tyler on Monday, February 24, 2025. (Details will follow from the Diocese of Tyler.)
With all the priests, deacons, religious, and faithful of the Diocese of Dallas, I give thanks to Almighty God for the wonderful ministry and dedication Bishop Kelly has provided in the Diocese of Dallas since his ordination to the priesthood in 1982 and especially as the Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese. As Bishop Kelly takes on his new responsibilities in the Diocese of Tyler, he takes with him our prayers and affection. Through the intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe, may God continue to bless his good work and this new chapter in his life.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Edward J. Burns
Bishop of Dallas, TX
Vivat Jesus,
Mike Courtney
Dallas Diocesan Deputy
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