Pope Francis Removes Bishop of Texas Town Who Criticized His Leadership

Pope Francis Removes Bishop of Texas Town , Who Criticized His Leadership.
On Nov. 11, Bishop Joseph Strickland
was removed from governing the diocese
of Tyler, Texas, 'The Hill' reports.
Bishop Joe Vásquez of Austin was
appointed as a temporary administrator.
Strickland has criticized the
pontiff in recent months, claiming Francis
is "undermining the deposit of faith.".
A few years ago, Strickland reportedly referred
to the church as "weak" and "not clear.".
He also dared Francis to fire him,
according to 'The National Catholic Reporter.'.
The 65-year-old took issue with Francis' openness to discuss the possibility of LGBTQ church members, female deacons and married priests.
He also reportedly condemned vaccines amid the pandemic and asserted that Catholics couldn't vote for Democrats.
The Catholic Diocese of Tyler issued a statement about Strickland's ousting.
During this time of transition,
we pray that God may continue to
abundantly bless and strengthen
the Church and God’s holy, faithful
people here and around the world, Catholic Diocese of Tyler, Texas, via statement