First Bishop of Laredo
Most Reverend James A. Tamayo, D.D.
Date of Ordination: June 11, 1976
Date of Installation: August 9, 2000
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Promise to Protect
Safe Environment
The Diocese of Laredo is proactively engaged, through the education, training, and screening of its clergy,
lay personnel, and volunteers, in maintaining a safe environment for children and young persons in all
its churches, facilities, and sponsored events. If you, or someone you know, has been a victim
of child sexual abuse by church personnel, please contact:
Melinda Sepulveda
Victim Assistance Coordinator
1901 Corpus Christi St. Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 764-7868
Safe Environment Reporting Guidelines
Diocesan News Blog
Read about all the events happening in our diocese, special Masses, announcements from our parishes and missions, upcoming events, and important news from national Catholic outlets! Click on the title of each story to read it in full!
Medical Mission Returns to Laredo
The Diocese of Galveston-Houston, along with the Medical Missionaries of Divine Mercy, is proud to announce the return of the Medical Mission to Laredo, Texas. This special initiative is dedicated to providing the Laredo community with essential healthcare services at no cost.
Event Details:
Dates: Monday, November 4th to Friday, November 8th, 2024
Times: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Services on Friday, November 8th, will conclude at 12:00 PM)
The 2024-2025 Respect Life Campaign is about to begin, and we invite everyone to participate in this important cause! This year’s theme is "I Came So They Might Have Life," and it serves as a powerful reminder of the value of every human life, from conception to natural death. The campaign kicks off with Respect Life Sunday on October 6th, 2024, and we have several events planned that we encourage you to join.
We engaged in a meaningful conversation with Hector Herrera, one of our most steadfast donors, delving into the reasons why fostering a culture of sharing is consistently valuable.
Statement
Bishop Tamayo of the Diocese of Laredo expresses profound gratitude to his Brother Bishops for their dedicated efforts in addressing the concerns in the Eagle Pass area, which is an integral part of our diocese. We stand in solidarity with all those affected by the ongoing border situation, particularly the migrants seeking refuge.
Join us at the information session for landowners interested in the new cemetery.
August 1st, 3:30-5:30 pm
at the Diocesan Pastoral center.
1201 Corpus Christi St.
Laredo, TX
Together, we'll shape our community's future.
On Thursday, July 22, 2023, the local courts of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas hosted an appreciation luncheon for all priests who serve in the Diocese of Laredo. All who attended the luncheon, held at La Posada, enjoyed the meal and fellowship! Below are photos from the event.