Diocesan News
In an effort to aid immigrants from El Salvador in the United States, a consulate is now available in Laredo, Texas. On Friday, December 15, 2018, Most Reverend James A. Tamayo blessed the facility of the consulate and welcomed the compatriots and their staff to the United States. Representatives of El Salvador included Ambassador of El Salvador in Washington, DC, Ivette Canjura; Vice-minister, Liduvina Magarin; and Consulate representative for Laredo, David Moreno.
Bishop James A. Tamayo extends birthday wishes to Pope Francis on behalf of the people of the Diocese of Laredo.
The Office of Stewardship and Development for the Diocese of Laredo invite everyone to participate in a fun advent challenge. This challenge will help us dive deeper into the meaning of stewardship: giving of our time, talent and treasure to all people.
The Diocese of Laredo released the following media advisory on Monday, November 26, 2018 at 2 p.m. regarding the pending retirement of Fr. Jose Luis Balderas of Christ the King Church. Click below to read the full statemtent.
This art contest is open to children and youth, 1st grade through high school in the Diocese of Laredo. Any kind of ORIGINAL art such as drawings or paintings on posters can be submitted, dealing with this year’s theme: "Every life is Cherished, Chosen and Sent” Deadline for submission of art: Monday, November 19, 2018 at 5:00 pm.
"We are CALLED" / "Somo LLAMADOS," the title of this year's High School Youth Conference (DLYC), is hosted by the Diocese of Laredo Youth Ministry. Why participate? Pope Francis challenges all of us to become missionary disciples who are not afraid to witness the faith. We believe that a joint witness of thousands of young people and their prayers will indeed help young people to see themselves as witnesses of Christ and members of a young Church.