Bishop Appointed to Prince Albert, Later Named to San Jose Diocese
A significant leadership transition unfolded within the Catholic Church, beginning on March 25, 2021, with the appointment of a bishop to the Prince Albert diocese, followed by his subsequent designation to the San Jose diocese. These appointments mark a period of change and renewed leadership within these communities. the bishop, Gregory Bittman, was appointed to Prince Albert by Pope francis. Bittman, a Saskatchewan native, previously served as a priest in the Archdiocese of Regina.
Episcopal Ordination and Initial Leadership
On March 25, 2021, Gregory Bittman was formally appointed as the bishop of Prince Albert. This appointment was followed by his episcopal ordination on June 11 of the same year, a sacred rite signifying his entrance into the episcopate. The ordination ceremony, held at St.
