Pope Francis appointed Fr. Bob an Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Chicago on September 11, 2020. Fr. Bob is humbled by this appointment and is asking for your prayers.
Bishop-Elect Bob Lombardo will remain at Mission of Our Lady of the Angels after his ordination on November 13, 2020. He will be the vicar for Vicariate III, the grouping of parishes and Catholic institutions surrounding the Mission, as well as continuing in his role as Director of the Mission of Our Lady of the Angels and Superior of our religious community, the Franciscans of the Eucharist of Chicago.
Many exciting details about his appointment are yet to be determined. We will keep you posted!