Publication: Bishop Strickland Substack
Bishop Strickland: No More Lavender Mafia!
Why would Pope Leo appoint a bishop whose record is openly celebrated by those who reject the Church’s moral teachings? With the appointment of Fr. Thomas Hennen, bishop-elect, as bishop ...
When Wolves Wear Vestments: The Synodal Siege Within the Church
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, There are moments in the Church’s history when the sheep must look up – not because of storms from the world, but because the ...
Bishop Strickland: The Lesson of Sodom and Gomorrha
Today’s reading from the Book of Genesis confronts us with one of the most sobering moments in Sacred Scripture: the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrha by fire and brimstone raining ...
From Leo to Leo: The Passion of the Church and the Unchanging Crown
It is no secret that he [Leo XIV] has aligned himself with the progressive path charted by Pope Francis: a path that often places dialogue above doctrine, accompaniment above clarity, ...
The Passion Leads to the Resurrection: A Reflection as the Conclave Convenes
As the Conclave unfolds, remember that no matter the outcome, Christ remains on His throne. This week, as the cardinals of the Church gather in Rome to elect a new ...
Bishop Strickland Calls Upon Cardinal Farrell To Resign As Camerlengo
In these critical days, as the eyes of the faithful turn toward Rome with concern and hope, it becomes the solemn duty of every shepherd of souls to speak with ...
Bishop Strickland’s Statement on Appointment of Cardinal McElroy to Washington DC
As shepherds of Christ’s flock, bishops are called to be vigilant in safeguarding the integrity of the Church and the souls entrusted to our care. It is with deep concern ...
Bishop Strickland Responds to Francis’ Letter on Immigration
Pope Francis’s objection to Trump's immigration policies reflects a political agenda rather than a doctrinal stance, undermining the legitimate authority of the U.S. to enforce its own laws in pursuit ...
Bishop Strickland: Prayer for Immigrants
It is right and just that nations protect their borders and their citizens, and it is right and just that illegal immigrants who fled their own country as convicted criminals, ...
Bishop Strickland: The Importance of Both Charity and Justice on Immigration
By aiding and abetting illegal immigration activities and failing to protect vulnerable migrants, Catholic Charities, the USCCB and, by and large, a great number of the American bishops, have been ...
The Grave Importance of This Season
Dear Disciples in Christ, As a new year dawns, let us awaken and not grow complacent, and let us continue the Season of Christmas, sometimes called Christmastide. This season should ...
Bishop Strickland: Building a Staircase
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, At this time of year, as we wait for Our Lord, I want to draw our attention for a moment to St. Joseph, a ...
Bishop Strickland’s Open Letter: What Will It Take?
An Open Letter to My Brother Bishops (and to the lay faithful!) Dear Bishops, WHAT WILL IT TAKE? You gather here today, present-day apostles, as the Church and, therefore, the ...
Bishop Strickland: An Open Letter to Synod 2024 Participants
September 30, 2024 The Feast Day of St. Jerome An Open Letter to the participants of the final session of the Synod on Synodality, as well as to the Faithful ...
Bishop Strickland: Pope Francis’ Statement Is Theological Hersey
Where is the outcry of the shepherds? Reposted from Bishop Strickland's Substack Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, “We adore Thee, O Christ. and we praise Thee, because by Thy ...
Bishop Strickland: Open Your Eyes!
My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I am once again compelled to write and to encourage you to seek life more deeply rooted in the Sacred Heart of Jesus ...
Bishop Strickland: Betrayers and Heretics / Saints and Martyrs
“Faith of our Fathers! Holy Faith! We will be true to thee till death.” This hymn, written in honor of Catholics martyred during the time of Henry VIII in England, ...
Bishop Strickland: Upon This Rock I Will Build My Church
“And it shall come to pass in that day, that I will call my servant Eliacim the son of Helcias, and I will clothe him with thy robe, and will ...
Bishop Strickland Letter to the Faithful: The Issue of Authority and Obedience in Today’s Church
The Issue of Authority and Obedience in Today's Church Bishop Joseph Strickland May 03, 2024 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, “Roma locuta; causa finita est!” “Rome has spoken; the ...