Bishop Martino to resign next week
Posted by Raphael on August 28, 2009
According to the Scranton Times-Tribune, diocesan sources have confirmed that Bishop Martino will resign as Bishop of Scranton next week. This comes after months of rumors and speculation, which have accelerated rapidly in the past few days. It is likely that Cardinal Rigali of Philadelphia will administrate the Diocese of Scranton until a replacement is named by the Vatican. Be sure to keep Bishop Martino and the diocese of Scranton in your prayers at this critical time. Pray, too, that the Holy Spirit will guide and direct Pope Benedict as he names his appointment to the see of Scranton. A private press conference will be held on Monday morning. The Diocese has withheld any comment until that time.
Elaine said
Martino has my prayers allright—for a speedy departure, which comes way too late. This should have happened years ago.
Tito said
Dennis Sullivan auxiliary of New York is rumor to become the next bishop of Scranton.
Jimmy said
Bishop Daniel Thomas is also rumored to be Martino’s replacement.
Tito said
I for my part would rather Daniel Thomas to Sullivan any day. Thomas is a native of the state. Less of a bureaucrat.
Christie said
So sorry to see such a strong and holy Bishop leave the Scranton diocese. He has done so much good for this diocese! We love and pray for Him and hope that God will send someone just as strong and pro-life!
Friend said
Rome forced this on him, according to sources I have.
Ann said
Let he who is without sin, cast the next stone!