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Rochester Diocese Welcomes New Bishop: John Bonnici Succeeds Matano

1/7/2026

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Bishop Salvatore Matano resigns as bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, with Pope Leo XIV accepting his resignation.
John Bonnici, previously an auxiliary bishop in the Archdiocese of New York, will succeed Matano as the 10th bishop of Rochester.
Matano, 79, has led the diocese since 2014.
Bonnici, 60, will listen and learn to lead the diocese.
His installation is set for March 19, 2026.

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Bishop Salvatore Matano resigns as bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, with Pope Leo XIV accepting his resignation.
John Bonnici, previously an auxiliary bishop in the Archdiocese of New York, will succeed Matano as the 10th bishop of Rochester.
Matano, 79, has led the diocese since 2014.
Bonnici, 60, will listen and learn to lead the diocese.
His installation is set for March 19, 2026.