Pope accepts Pates' resignation as bishop for Diocese of Des Moines, appoints replacementPosted: 07/18/2019 - by Charlie NarmiPope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Rev. Richard Pates as bishop of the Diocese of Des Moines and appointed his replacement, according to a news release. The Rev. William Joensen, who serves in the Archdiocese of Dubuque, was selected by the pope as bishop-elect for the diocese. Joensen's ordination as a bishop is planned for Sept. 27... -ARCHIVES- |
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