Pope names former undocumented migrant as US bishop

Author: news24.comPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: United States

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Pope names former undocumented migrant as US bishop

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, a former undocumented migrant from El Salvador, as bishop of Wheeling-Charleston in West Virginia. This appointment marks a significant moment for the migrant community and highlights the Church's commitment to inclusion and diversity. Menjivar-Ayala has overcome many challenges to reach this position.

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