Washington D.C., Oct 6, 2021 / 13:10 pm
Archbishop Thomas Rodi of Mobile has tested positive for COVID-19 and is in quarantine, the Archdiocese of Mobile announced on Tuesday.
“Fortunately, Archbishop Rodi is fully vaccinated and a full recovery is anticipated,” the archdiocese stated in a press release.
Rodi had begun experiencing “mild flu-like symptoms on Oct. 4,” the archdiocese said. He began his quarantine at his residence in Mobile and his symptoms remain mild, the archdiocese said.
Rodi, 72, will continue with his duties as archbishop “remotely” from his residence, while diocesan offices remain closed. Those who were in contact with the archbishop have been notified per the city’s requirement, the archdiocese said.