Pope Leo XIV Appoints Capuchin Priest and Former Missionary to Lead Florida Diocese

May 13, 2026 World News

Pope Leo XIV appointed Father Emilio Biosca Agüero, OFM Cap, as the third bishop of Venice, Florida, on May 13, 2026. | Credit: Photo courtesy of the Diocese of Venice, Florida

The pope also accepted Wednesday the resignation of Bishop Frank J. Dewane, 76, who led the Diocese of Venice, Florida, since 2007.

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