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Atlanta Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory Welcomes Bishop Burbidge as 5th Bishop for Diocese of Raleigh
I rejoice with the People of the Diocese of Raleigh today at the appointment of Bishop Michael F. Burbidge to become the Fifth Bishop of Raleigh. Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has blessed the Diocese of Raleigh with another truly fine shepherd of souls.
Bishop Burbidge brings a distinguished resume of pastoral service from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia where he has been entrusted with the important work of Priestly Formation. He is most fortunate to follow a wonderful and faithful Pastor in Bishop F. Joseph Gossman. I know that the clergy, religious, and laity of the Diocese of Raleigh will welcome Bishop Burbidge into their hearts. I am honored to welcome him to the Province of Atlanta as he begins his new service to the Church in Raleigh. May the Lord Jesus bless his every effort to tend this local Church and grant him joy, success, and happiness.
Wilton D. Gregory
Archbishop of Atlanta