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US-based Pinoy priest appointed as auxiliary bishop of San Jose diocese in California
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Filipino priest Andres Ligot as an auxiliary bishop for the Diocese of San Jose in California.
Bishop-elect Ligot, originally from Laoag City, will support Bishop Oscar Cantú in his pastoral responsibilities.
He was ordained a priest in 1992 at St. Peter's Basilica by Pope John Paul II.
Ligot holds advanced degrees in philosophy from the University of Santo Tomas and canon law from the University of Navarra in Spain.
His previous service in the Diocese of San Jose includes roles as parochial vicar, pastor, and judicial vicar.
Bishop-elect Ligot expressed humility and renewed his commitment to serving Christ and His people, especially the most vulnerable.
He requested prayers for his ministry as a faithful servant and shepherd within the diverse Church.
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