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Bishop Mario Alberto Avilés, C.O.Born in Mexico City, Mexico, on September 16, 1969, Bishop Mario Alberto Avilés joined the Congregation of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri in 1986 and was ordained to the priesthood on July 21, 1998. Formed in philosophy and sacred theology in Mexico City and Rome, he has served the Church as a parish priest, educator, and leader within his congregation. After eight years of episcopal ministry as Auxiliary Bishop in the Diocese of Brownsville, Pope Leo XIV appointed him the ninth bishop of the Diocese of Corpus Christi on December 1, 2025. Bishop Avilés was installed on January 28, 2026.
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EVANGELIZE, CULTIVATE, AND EMPOWER
We are the Diocese of Corpus Christi. From coastal water and farming and ranching communities to the high-tech educational and business communities of the Coastal Bend, we exist to encounter Christ and bring this encounter to others through the gifts of the Eucharist, the Holy Spirit, and the Word. Together we educate, catechize and evangelize the Good News of the Gospel.
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Latest NewsDiocese of Corpus Christi
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February 16
Desiring God: the first Young Adult Retreat focused on the practice of “lectio divina” and Ignatian meditation and contemplationRead More -
February 11
El Obispo Mario Avilés celebra la misa para la Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de San Juan de los Lagos, Madre de la IglesiaRead More -
February 4
Catholic Monthly Devotions – February is traditionally dedicated to the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. With origins in the Middle Ages, Catholic piety calls us to enrich our faith. Monthly based on themes that focus on particular saints, mysteries, and other faith aspects.Read More -
January 30
A shepherd who built communionRead More
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Diocesan Events
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Tuesday, February 17, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
All young adults (18-39) are invited to Theology on Tap with Bishop Mario Avilés!Read More -
Saturday, February 21, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Deacons and Wives Lenten Day of Reflection will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026, the first Saturday of Lent, at Our Lady of Schoenstatt Retreat Center, located at 134 Front Street, Rockport, Texas. The Day of Reflection will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will be led by Fr. Brady Williams. Please submit reservations to [email protected] no later than Tuesday, February 17, 2026.Read More -
Sunday, March 1
The Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference is set for March 1, 2026!Read More
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