Sunday, September 27, 2015

In the News ... "West Texas bishop among those to welcome Pope Francis"

• This won’t be the first time Sis and Francis crossed paths

Trent Johnson, Reporter

Midland Reporter-Telegram

SAN ANGELO, TEXAS - Pope Francis is a busy man. With his duty to provide guidance for Catholic leaders and his knack for speaking about world issues, he’s made waves in America since his papacy began in March 2013.

Pope Francis has taken his first steps on United States ground this week with a busy schedule that has led him through a tour of major cities including Washington D.C., Philadelphia and New York City ...

... Members of Catholic churches around the nation trekked to his various locations for events and festivities, and the chance see the pontiff up close.

Bishop Michael J. Sis of the Diocese of San Angelo accompanied by companions, will be the West Texas representative in the activities revolving around the pope’s U.S. visit ...

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