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3 days ago
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Pope Leo XIV appoints sixth bishop for Houma-Thibodaux area
SCHRIEVER, La. (WGNO) — The Diocese of the Houma-Thibodaux area has a newly appointed bishop. Apostolic Nuncio to the United States Archbishop Christophe Pierre announced Pope Leo XIV's selection of Father Simon Peter Engurait as the area's sixth bishop on Thursday morning, June 5, in Rome. Where Y'at this Weekend: NOLA Public Library, Creole Tomato Fest, House of Blues, 34 Restaurant & Bar In the past, he has served as the Diocesan Administrator in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux since January 2024, following the death of Bishop Mario Dorsonville. Before that, he served a Vicar General since 2017 and as pastor of St. Bridget Parish. I did not expect this—I am humbled beyond words that the Holy Father has chosen me, not from outside, but from among the ranks of the priests of this beloved Diocese. I give thanks to God for the gift of life, for the call to the priesthood, and now, for this new and sacred calling to the apostolic ministry. Everything I am, and all that I hope to be, is by His grace. Bishop Elect Engurait Engurait was born in Uganda and was one of 14 children. Through life, his education led him through Catholic seminaries until beginning his career in public service with roles in Uganda's government. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from the Netherlands. He credits a run in with the Catholic Charismatic Renewal with the shaping of his spiritual path that led him to a priestly vocation. In 2007, he was accepted as a Seminarian and entered Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, graduating with a Master of Divinity. He was ordained a deacon in 2012 and then a ordained a priest in 2013. Registration open for inaugural Fried Chicken Fest 5K in New Orleans While I am still shocked by the news that the Lord has asked me to be a bishop, I must admit that knowing the people of this diocese brings me great comfort in saying yes. South Louisiana is home, and I love the people here. It is a privilege to say yes to you as much as I am saying yes to God. I love you, and I consider it a great honor to serve you as your bishop. Bishop Elect Engurait. GOP blocks Democratic effort to combat Pentagon renaming of USNS Harvey Milk President Trump rolls out new travel ban Coastal Isolated Showers & Storms for Thursdays along with triple digit Heat Index Island Strong Music Festival returning to Grand Isle NOPD: Golf cart stolen from Greek Fest grounds Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Toronto Sun
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Toronto Sun
As 'Born in the U.S.A.' plays, American cardinals in Rome celebrate Pope Leo XIV
Published May 09, 2025 • 1 minute read From left, U.S. Cardinals, Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the USA, Robert McElroy of Washington, and Wilton Gregory, archbishop emeritus of Washington, attend a press conference at the North American College in Rome, Friday, May 9, 2025. Photo by Gregorio Borgia / AP Photo ROME — Speakers blasted songs including 'Born in the U.S.A.' and 'American Pie' as six cardinal electors from the United States gathered in Rome on Friday to share their thoughts on the election of the first U.S.-born pope, Cardinal Robert Prevost. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account 'I took a look at Bob and he had his head in his hands and I was praying for him,' said Cardinal Joseph Tobin of the moment right after casting his vote in the Sistine Chapel. 'And then when he accepted, it was like it was made for him.' One day after the Chicago-born Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, the cardinals met on a stage decorated with the Stars and Stripes and a Vatican flag at the Pontifical North American College. The hilltop institution for U.S. seminarians is a short walk from St. Peter's Basilica, where Leo made his first speech to the world on Thursday evening as the new leader of the Catholic Church's 1.4 billion global faithful. The United States had 10 voting cardinals in the conclave, the second-highest number of any country. Four of them currently serve as archbishops in the U.S.: Tobin of Newark, New Jersey; Timothy Dolan of New York; Blase Cupich of Chicago; and Robert McElroy of Washington. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'In a very real sense, Cardinal Prevost has been in his life at his core a real missionary, in every way,' McElroy said. RECOMMENDED VIDEO Joining them were retired archbishops Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston in Texas, and Wilton Gregory of Washington, as well as French Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the apostolic nuncio to the United States. Several of the men referred to the man they've known for years as Bob or Robert by his papal name, Leo. Others said that his American nationality wasn't a factor — he also holds Peruvian citizenship. Cardinals were most concerned with 'who among us can bring us together, who among us can strengthen the faith and bring the faith to places where it has grown weak,' said Gregory. Canada Toronto & GTA Canada Toronto Maple Leafs Columnists
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Thousands pay tribute to Pope Francis at DC's National Basilica
WASHINGTON () — Hundreds of thousands of people of the Catholic faith across the DMV are mourning the loss of 88-year-old Pope Francis. Hundreds of people packed the pews of The National Basilica of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Northeast D.C. to pay their respects on Monday. Photos: Pope Francis through the years At noon, bells at the Basilica tolled 88 times to mark the Pope's 88 years. The main message from both members of the clergy and parishioners during Monday's noon mass: a message of hope for the future of the Catholic church and hopes that the next Pope will carry on the work of Pope Francis. 'My first thought was Pope Francis told us goodbye yesterday, and he's in good company,' said Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the Apostolic Nuncio to the U.S., or the Pope's personal representative. 'We live in a world that is so in love with itself and its ideology and has lost a sense of hope. Thank God for Pope Francis.' The Basilica was the site of Pope Francis' visit to D.C. 10 years ago, back in 2015, when 25,000 people crowded the church to get a glimpse of him as he performed the first canonization on U.S. soil. He also addressed a joint session of Congress during that trip. Parishioners and other members of the clergy remembered the legacy he leaves behind. 'A person of the people, if you will, for the downtrodden. He had a specific caring for the least fortunate,' John Kontac said. DC, Maryland, Virginia leaders honor Pope Francis, his legacy Just steps away from the Basilica, officials with the Catholic University of America are planning a vigil to honor Pope Francis on campus Monday night at 9:30 p.m. 'We have to pray for the church, pray to stay together and so that's my feeling right now. We need to find a strong man to continue this work,' Alice Augehounde said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
