Since the establishment of our diocese, we have had a rich tradition of faith. Our local Church has grown into a dynamic Catholic community built on the faith of many diverse people including Italian immigrants, Cajuns from Louisiana, African Americans, Czechs, Vietnamese, Filipinos, Hispanics, as well as many others. Though different in culture, we have grown united in the Mystical Body of Christ. This growth has been achieved through the leadership of our bishops, the dedication of our clergy and religious, and the generous support of our laity.
We are grateful to God for the blessings we have received through the labor of those who came before us. With limited resources but unlimited vision, they worked together to gather the faithful at Eucharist, educate the young, feed the poor and spread the Gospel of Jesus.
Because of their good works and God’s grace, we are today a diocesan family composed of nearly 80,000 Catholics worshipping in 52 parishes and missions throughout 7,500 square miles of Southeast Texas, stretching from the Big Thicket to the Gulf Coast.
Now we begin a new effort – Together for God’s Good Work. We are called to make new gifts to our community as we begin a $25,000,000 campaign that will stand as a witness of our faith and love, meeting the needs of this generation and establishing a foundation for our children and grandchildren.
