The Diocese of Corpus Christi announced today that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Mario Alberto Avilés, C.O. as the ninth Bishop of Corpus Christi, succeeding Bishop Wm. Michael Mulvey who has led the diocese since 2010.

Bishop-designate Avilés comes from the Diocese of Brownsville, where he has served as Auxiliary Bishop since 2018. The appointment was announced with what the diocese called "profound gratitude to God."

Diocese of Corpus Christi Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Mario Alberto Aviles as the ninth bishop of the Diocese of Corpus Christi

"We welcome Bishop-designate Avilés with open hearts and deep prayer," Mulvey said. "As we begin the holy season of Advent, a time of hope and joy, we are reminded that Christ continues to guide and shepherd His Church. This is a mome

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