January 8Jan 8 The Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester announced on Wednesday that Bishop Salvatore Matano has stepped down and has been replaced by John Bonnici. Bishop Bonnicci is a native of New York City and was ordained as a priest in 1971.“The Most Reverend John Bonnici has been a faithful priest, beloved pastor, trusted auxiliary bishop, wise counselor, and good friend during the nearly 17 years that I have been privileged to serve as Archbishop of New York," wrote Cardinal Timothy Dolan. "Pope Leo has chosen well in appointing him to serve as the Bishop of Rochester! While we will sure miss him here in the Archdiocese of New York, we are grateful that one of our neighboring dioceses will now experience his pastoral love.““He succeeds Bishop Salvatore Matano, who has been an outstanding shepherd of the Diocese of Rochester these past 12 years. I have admired his goodness, pastoral leadership, and sage advice, and know that he will be a valuable source of wisdom for Bishop Bonnici.“ Bishop Bonnici will be installed as the Bishop of Rochester on March 19, 2026, the Solemnity of Saint Joseph.For more information about the new bishop and his accomplishments throughout his career, click here.
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