Just a few moments ago, the announcement was made in Rome that His Holiness, Benedict XVI has named a new Eparch in Canada. What's an Eparch you might ask? Well, he's like a bishop but has jurisdiction over Ukrainian Catholics in a given geographic area.
Effective this morning, His Holiness has accepted the resignation presented by His Excellency, the Most Reverend Michael Wiwchar, C.Ss.R., who was until now the spiritual leader of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Saskatoon. His Excellency presented his letter of resignation upon reaching his 75th birthday, something all bishops are bound to do.
The new Eparch-elect is His Excellency, Bryan Bayda, C.Ss.R. A native of Saskatoon, he completed his schooling in Aberdeen (SK) before entering the Ukrainian Redemptorist's minor seminary in Roblin (MB). He pronounced temporary vows in 1983 and perpetual vows in 1986. Having completed philosophy studies (Saint Michael's College, Tonroto, 1982) and theology studies (1986), he also completed a Bachelor of Oriental Studies degree at the Sheptysky Institute (Ottawa).
Ordained a priest in 1987 he has held a variety of pastoral responsibilities in Roblin, Toronto, Saskatoon, Winnipeg and Yorkton (SK).
While the Eparchy of Saskatoon bids farewell to Bishop Wiwchar, who has served as their shepherd for the past eight years, they will now make preparations to welcome their new leader, the fifth-youngest bishop in Canada (by age) and the newest appointed to the episcopacy in the country.
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