Pope Leo XIV Gives Assent to Election of New Archbishop of Maronite Archeparchy of Damascus

August 28, 2026 World News

Chorbishop Sharbel Maroun, left, joins other bishops and priests during the processional of the priest ordination Mass on May 30, 2026, at the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul, Minnesota. Behind him are, second from left, retired Bishop Richard Pates and Auxiliary Bishop Kevin Kenney.

Chorbishop Sharbel Maroun has become archbishop of the Maronite Diocese of Damascus, succeeding Archbishop Samir Nassar.

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