MADISON -- Singing swelled throughout St. Raphael Cathedral May 23 as ordinands Diego O. Cuevas, James M. Poster, and Brian J. Wilk led the procession of more than 70 priests who filled the sanctuary. The beautiful and solemn celebration of ordination to the priesthood for the Diocese of Madison had begun. Bishop William H. Bullock presided at the ordination. Concelebrants included Auxiliary Bishop George O. Wirz, newly appointed Bishop Robert C. Morlino, members of the presbyterate of the Diocese of Madison, and guests of those being ordained. Bishop Bullock invited Bishop Morlino to greet the congregation. Full story ... Bishop Morlino emphasizes providence, mercy, mission
MADISON -- Although he admitted "there's a sadness in my heart on leaving Helena," Bishop Robert C. Morlino said he relies on God's providence in bringing him to the Diocese of Madison as its fourth bishop. "Providence is a very key part of my own relationship with Jesus Christ," he said at a press conference May 23 at the Bishop O'Connor Catholic Pastoral Center in Madison.
"Each day I surf the waves of providence," said Bishop Morlino, adding with a smile, "It's the only surfing I'll ever do." Leader, scholar, shepherdRetiring Bishop William H. Bullock introduced his successor as a "leader, scholar, and shepherd" whom he described as "young, capable, and personable, a man who loves people." Bishop Bullock pledged his prayers and support to Bishop Morlino as he continues to meet the challenges facing the church. He announced that Bishop Morlino will be installed as Bishop of Madison on Aug. 1. Reveals sense of humorBishop Morlino greeted the press warmly, revealing a sense of humor when he noted that he managed to "sneak into town" the day before, and, for him, "that isn't easy" (alluding to his larger than average size). Full story ...
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