The new Director Catholic Services in the Wellington archdiocese is David Olivier. He replaces Lesley Hooper, who retires on 29 September after nine years with Catholic Social Services. Olivier comes from the Diocese of Palmerston North, where he is currently Principal of St Peters College, a position he has held for eighteen years. He was Read more
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Bishop appointed against Bergoglio’s wishes resigns
Friday, November 6th, 2015
An Argentine bishop whose appointment Pope Francis opposed before he became Roman Pontiff has resigned after allegations of mismanaging funds. Bishop Oscar Sarlinga of Zarate-Campana diocese announced his resignation on Sunday. This came after an administrative takeover of his diocese, ordered by Francis in January 2014. The “fraternal mission” was led by the Pontiff’s successor Read more