Cardinals and Bishops

First meeting of Claretian Bishops: joy, communion, missionary passion

Rome, Italy. Eighteen Claretian bishops from across the globe took part in the first-ever encounter of Claretian bishops, a historic gathering that took place in Rome from June 26–28, 2025. Twelve bishops were present in person, while six others participated by...

Pope Francis appointed Fr. Elias L. Ayuban,Jr.,CMF , new Bishop of Cubao

Vatican City. The Holy See Press Office announced at noon today, 4th of October 2024, Pope Francis’ appointment of Fr. Elias Lumayog Ayuban Jr., CMF as Bishop of the Diocese of Cubao, in Quezon City, Philippines. Fr. Elias or “Fr. Eli” as he is fondly called, is a...

Appointment of H.E. Mgr Simeon Okezuo Nwobi, C.M.F., The Bishop of Ahiara (Nigeria)

The Holy Father has appointed H.E. Mgr Simeon Okezuo Nwobi, C.M.F., Bishop of the Diocese of Ahiara (Nigeria) on 3 May 2024, before being appointed Titular Bishop of Rusgunie and Auxiliary Apostolic Administrator sede vacante of Ahiara. Curriculum vitae H.E. Bishop...

Msgr. Gustavo Manuel Larrazábal, CMF, New Bishop of Mar de Plata Diocese

Pope Francis appointed Msgr. Gustavo Manuel Larrazábal, CMF, as the new pastor of the Mar del Plata diocese in Argentina on December 13, 2023.