James Misko

The Very Reverend James Misko
Bishop-Elect of Tucson
Diocese	Austin
Appointed	December 22, 2025
Predecessor	Edward Weisenburger
Orders
Ordination	June 9, 2007 by  Gregory Michael Aymond
Personal details
Born	(1970-06-18) June 18, 1970 (age 55) Los Angeles, California

James Misko (born June 18, 1970) is an American priest of the Catholic Church who was appointed as bishop for the Diocese of Tucson in 2025.

Biography

On June 9, 2007, Misko was ordained to the priesthood.

Episcopal career

Pope Leo XIV appointed Misko bishop for the Diocese of Tucson on December 22, 2025. ^{[1] [2] [3]} On February 20, 2026, Misko is scheduled to be consecrated as a bishop.

See also

• Catholic Church hierarchy
• Catholic Church in the United States
• Historical list of the Catholic bishops of the United States
• List of Catholic bishops of the United States
• Lists of patriarchs, archbishops, and bishops

References

1. "Resignations and Appointments, 22.12.2025" . Retrieved December 22, 2025.
2. "Pope Leo XIV Appoints Reverend James Misko as Bishop of Tucson" . Retrieved December 22, 2025.
3. "WATCH: Tucson Diocese introduces new bishop" . Retrieved December 22, 2025.

External links

• Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin Official Site