James T. Ruggieri

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James Thomas Ruggieri
Bishop of Portland
Church
Diocese Portland
AppointedFebruary 13, 2024
InstalledMay 7, 2024
Predecessor Robert Deeley
Orders
OrdinationJune 24, 1995
by  Louis Edward Gelineau
ConsecrationMay 7, 2024
by  Seán Patrick O'Malley, Robert Deeley, and Richard Henning
Personal details
Born (1968-01-12) January 12, 1968 (age 56)
Education
MottoAuspice Maria
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Spoken style Your Excellency
Religious styleBishop

James Thomas Ruggieri (born January 12, 1968) is an American prelate of the Catholic Church who serves as bishop for the Diocese of Portland.

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Biography

On June 24, 1995, Ruggieri was ordained to the priesthood.

Episcopal career

Pope Francis appointed Ruggieri bishop for the Diocese of Portland on February 13, 2024. [1] [2] [3] On May 7, 2024, Ruggieri was consecrated as a bishop.

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References

  1. 1 2 3 "Resignations and Appointments, 13.02.2024" (Press release). Holy See Press Office. February 13, 2024. B0143. Retrieved February 13, 2024.
  2. "Pope Francis names Most Rev. James T. Ruggieri as the next bishop of the Diocese of Portland, Maine". Diocese of Portland. February 13, 2024. Retrieved February 13, 2024.
  3. Graham, Gillian (February 13, 2024). "Bishop Deeley to retire from Catholic Diocese of Portland". Portland Press Herald . Retrieved February 13, 2024.

Episcopal succession

Catholic Church titles
Preceded by Bishop of Portland
2024–present
Succeeded by
Incumbent