St Philip Institute of Catechesis and Evangelization

St. Philip Institute of Catechesis and Evangelization is a small organization based in Tyler, Texas. With a staff of four employees, the Institute focuses on supporting the parishes of the Diocese of Tyler. The Institute generates approximately $2.5 million in annual revenue. The St. Philip Institute provides parishes with resources, expertise, and support to fulfill their mission of teaching Catholic faith as outlined by Bishop Joseph Strickland. Their goal is to assist the faithful of the Diocese of Tyler in their understanding and practice of the Catholic faith. Founded by Bishop Strickland, the Institute was established in response to his vision of the Diocese of Tyler becoming a "teaching diocese." The Institute offers materials and training programs designed to enhance the catechesis and evangelization efforts within the parishes. For more information about the St. Philip Institute, including Bishop Strickland's Constitution on Teaching the Catholic Faith in the Diocese of Tyler, please visit their website at stphilipinstitute.org.