“I am extremely happy that a wonderful bishop
has been appointed to a great diocese. All of us
in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, especially this
new archbishop, will miss his administrative
leadership, his thoughtful insight, and
especially his love for the Church. Our prayers
and support go with him as he responds to this
new call.”
CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE FROM BISHOP RICHARD J.
SKLBA
FOR LA CROSSE:
“I offer my congratulations to Bishop William
Callahan and to the priests and people of God in
the Diocese of La Crosse as I learn of his
appointment, by the Holy Father, to shepherd the
Catholic community of southwestern Wisconsin. He
will bring the warm and faithful heart of a
pastor to this new responsibility in the Church.
I shall miss his presence in Milwaukee greatly,
as I have come to know him as a thoughtful
colleague, a hard-working partner and a new
friend whose gifts I treasure.”
