May 3rd, 2022

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ:

Christ is risen!   Indeed He is risen!

With a heavy heart, I would like to inform all of our parishioners and friends, that this morning, our founding pastor, Fr. +Robert Karl, after a fall and hospitalization, has fallen asleep in the Lord. We in Texas owe our existence to the valiant and faithful efforts of Fr. +Bob. He initially was sent to Texas and successfully started both Texas parishes and initiated outreaches to Byzantines in other parts of Texas and beyond. He dedicated his ministry to education and catechesis and with zeal shared the faith with so many. His humor and wit, his blunt words and his work ethic, made him a unique and beloved priest wherever he was sent. His love for the Liturgy and the Gospel, for the people he served and for his friends,  speak eloquently about the quality of character of Fr. +Bob.

Please remember Fr. +Bob in your prayers. Fr. +Bob told me every time I saw him that Texas is special and that he is praying for us. May he continue to intercede for us before the Throne of the Almighty. 

When the funeral plans are finalized, the information will be sent out so that we all can follow online through live streaming.

Eternal memory and blessed repose for Christ is risen!

Fr. Elias