In a recent interview, Msgr. James R. Bartylla, vicar general of the Diocese of Madison who worked with three of its five bishops, discussed how the diocese has grown and developed over its 75-year history.
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Msgr. James Bartylla discusses role as diocesan administrator
MADISON — “The general rule is that a diocesan administrator can do whatever a diocesan bishop can do, but with some important limitations, and of course, a priest elected as the diocesan administrator isn’t a consecrated bishop, and therefore doesn’t possess the sacramental grace and character of the episcopacy,” said Msgr. James Bartylla in discussing his role as diocesan administrator of the Diocese of Madison.
On November 26, two days after the death of Bishop Robert C. Morlino, the College of Consultors — a body of nine diocesan priests — elected Monsignor Bartylla as diocesan administrator. He had been the vicar general for Bishop Morlino.
“Upon the death of a bishop, all vicars general and episcopal vicars lose their offices,” noted Monsignor Bartylla. “The College of Consultors assumes governance of the diocese upon the death of the bishop.”
However, all of the diocesan departments continue in full operation since the work of the diocese continues unabated through its parishes, entities, and diocesan curial offices in the multifaceted work of catechesis, evangelization, spreading the Gospel, and strengthening the faithful.
Sister Janet Ewens, OP, dies
Dominican Sister Janet Ewens died August 9, 2010, at St. Dominica Villa, Hazel Green, Wis.
Appointments (Oct. 1, 2009 edition)
Bishop Robert C. Morlino has announced the following appointment, effective September 24, 2009:
Appointments (February 19, 2009 edition)
Msgr. Daniel T. Ganshert, vicar general of the Diocese of Madison, announces the following appointment made by Bishop Robert C. Morlino, effective February 21, 2009: