Statement of Bishop-designate Michael G. Duca
Below is the statement of Bishop-designate Michael G. Duca from the press conference:
I want first of all to thank our Holy Father, Pope Francis, for the confidence he has shown me in naming me the 6th Bishop of Baton Rouge. I was completely surprised by this appointment and while I am sad to leave the good people of the Diocese of Shreveport I accepted the appointment without reservation as I see this as the will of God in my life and for the Diocese of Shreveport and Baton Rouge.
I am not clear about Why ME?… I have to admit that I have been surprised or puzzled by most of the pastoral appointments I have been given but no matter how quick I had to move, or how unprepared I felt or how overwhelmed or humbled, in every case when I embrace the assignments without reservation I found the joy and blessings I now know God intended, I fell in love with those I served and I also found that in every case that I discovered the goodness of the people of God. I intend to do no less here in Baton Rouge and I will give myself completely to YOU as your Bishop and the work before us to Build The Kingdom of God here in this portion of South Louisiana.
I want to thank Bishop Muench for his hospitality and welcome. I look forward to having him close as an advisor and friend. I look forward to meeting the Priests and Deacons of the Diocese and also the Diocesan Staff
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