WGNOSCHRIEVER, La. (WGNO) — The Diocese of the Houma-Thibodaux area has a newly appointed bishop.
Apostolic Nuncio to the United States Archbishop Christophe Pierre announced Pope Leo XIV's selection of Father Simon Peter Engurait as the areas sixth bishop on Thursday morning, June 5 in Rome.
In the past he has served as the Diocesan Administrator in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux since January 2024, following the death of Bishop Mario Dorsonville. Before that, he served a Vicar General since 2017 and as pastor of St. Bridget Parish.
I did not expect this—I am humbled beyond words that the Holy Father has chosen me, not from outside, but from among the ranks of the priests of this beloved Diocese.
I give thanks to God for the gift of life, for the call to the priesthood, and now, for this