ASIA/INDIA - The Pope accepts resignation of Archbishop of Patna and appoints Successor

Monday, 1 October 2007

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Vatican City (Agenzia Fides) - The Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI , on 1 October 2007, accepted the renunciation of the pastoral government of the archdiocese of Patna (India), presented by Archbishop Benedict John Osta, S.I., in conformity with the Code of Canon Law, can. 401 § 1. The Holy Father appointed Archbishop of Patna, (India) Mgr William D’Souza, S.I., until now Bishop of Buxar. (S.L.) (Agenzia Fides 1/10/2007; Righe 5; Parole