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United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Auxiliary Bishop Paul Sanchez

Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Paul R. Sanchez, 75, from the Office of Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn.

March 30, 2022

WASHINGTON - Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Paul R. Sanchez, 75, from the Office of Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn.

The resignation was publicized in Washington on March 30, 2022, by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States.

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