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CBS News
14-07-2025
- General
- CBS News
Bishop Mark Eckman to be installed as 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh
Bishop Mark Eckman will be installed as the 13th bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh on Monday, following the retirement of longtime former Bishop David Zubik. Bishop Eckman will have the authority and responsibility to govern and care for the Catholic Church in the six counties of the Diocese of Pittsburgh: Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Greene, Lawrence and Washington, according to a news release from the diocese. Solemn vespers took place in Saint Paul Cathedral on Sunday afternoon ahead of Monday's Installation Mass. The Installation Mass is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Those attending the service are asked to be seated by 1:30. The Most Reverend Nelson J. Perez, metropolitan Archbishop of Philadelphia, will preside. During the Mass, Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the apostolic nuncio who represents Pope Leo XIV in the United States, will present Bishop Eckman with the official decree, also known as the papal "bull" from Pope Leo XIV, declaring his appointment to Pittsburgh. Who is Bishop Mark Eckman? A South Hills native, Bishop Eckman is a longtime Pittsburgh pastor who has also served in several diocesan-level roles. He was ordained an auxiliary bishop in 2022 and assisted Bishop Zubik with pastoral care of the diocese. Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Eckman to succeed Bishop Zubik on June 4 due to Zubik reaching the mandatory retirement age of 75. "With a grateful and humble heart, I accept this appointment and ask for the prayers of all the faithful," Bishop Eckman said at the time of his appointment. "Together, we will continue the mission of Jesus Christ with hope."
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
David Zubik's tenure ends: Installation here for new Pittsburgh bishop. How to watch
The tenure of Beaver County native bishop, David Zubik, officially ends July 14 with the swearing-in of new Pittsburgh Diocese Bishop Mark A. Eckman. Pope Leo XIV appointed Eckman June 4 to replace Zubik, who has reached the mandatory retirement age of 75 for bishops. Economy native Zubik had been Pittsburgh's bishop since Sept. 28, 2007. The installation Mass for Eckman as the diocese's 13th bishop will begin at 2:30 p.m. Monday at St. Paul's Cathedral. The event is open to the public, but everyone is asked to be seated by 1:30 p.m. Numerous cardinals, archbishops, bishops, and clergy will take part in the Mass. The Most Rev. Nelson J. Perez, metropolitan Archbishop of Philadelphia, will preside. Many ecumenical and interfaith guests will be present as well. During the Mass, Cardinal Christophe Pierre will present Eckman with the official decree – or papal 'bull'– from Pope Leo XIV, declaring his appointment to Pittsburgh. Eckman will be seated at the cathedra – the bishop's seat – which symbolizes the authority that Jesus has given to diocesan bishops as the successors of the apostles. After the Installation Mass, all are welcome to a reception in Oakland Catholic High School, 144 N. Craig St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. As the diocesan bishop, Eckman will have the authority and responsibility to govern and care for the Roman Catholic Church in the six counties of the Diocese of Pittsburgh: Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Greene, Lawrence and Washington. A South Hills native, Eckman is a longtime Pittsburgh pastor who has also served in important diocesan-level roles. He was ordained an auxiliary bishop in 2022, tasked with assisting Zubik with pastoral care of the diocese. There will be live-streaming options for those who want to watch the installation. Solemn vespers will be live-streamed at: The Installation Mass will be live-streamed at: This will include commentary beforehand and limited explanations during Mass by the Rev. Michael Sedor, judicial vicar of the diocese, and Jennifer Antkowiak, diocesan director of communications and community relations. The Installation Mass will be signed for members of the deaf community. This article originally appeared on Beaver County Times: Zubik's replacement being installed as new Pittsburgh bishop
