One year ago today, the Holy Father announced his appointment of Joseph P. McFadden as the new bishop of the Diocese of Harrisburg. We welcomed the announcement of our new bishop with joy. He prepared to assume the mantle of successor of the apostles and Vicar of Christ in the local Church of Harrisburg. Today, we recall with joy the announcement of his appointment, and renew our pledge of prayers and service in support of our bishop.
Lord our God,
You have chosen your servant Joseph
to be a shepherd of your flock
in the tradition of the apostles.
Give him a spirit of courage and right judgment,
a spirit of knowledge and love.
By governing with fidelity those entrusted to his care
may he build up your Church as a sign of salvation for the world.
We aks this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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