Corpus Christi, Texas, Jan 18, 2010 / 10:08 am
Monsignor William Michael Mulvey from the Diocese of Austin was named today by Pope Benedict to become the new Bishop of Corpus Christi, Texas. At a press conference in Corpus Christi on Monday morning, Bishop-elect Mulvey said he was humbled by the appointment, expressed his loyalty to the Holy Father and greeted the faithful of his new flock.
Bishop-elect Mulvey will replace Bishop Edmond Carmody at the helm of the Texas diocese, who stepped down after almost 10 years of service.
Speaking at the Diocese of Corpus Christi's chancery at 10 a.m. local time on Monday, Bishop-elect Mulvey said, “I am humbled and grateful to Pope Benedict XVI for his confidence in choosing me for this indispensable ministry in the Church. I pledge to His Holiness my loyal communion, fraternal love and respect as a bishop of the Church. And to all of the people of the diocese I want to express my esteem for you as brothers and sisters in faith. I pledge to all of you that I will serve you in the name of the Lord to the best of my ability.”
The bishop-elect also related how he received word of the Pope's decision.