Pope Leo XIV makes first U.S. bishop appointment, fills San Diego vacancy

UPDATED: May 22, 2025 at 9:47 AM PDT

Pham, 58, is currently an auxiliary bishop in the diocese.

Originally Published: May 22, 2025 at 9:40 AM PDT

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Prior to his election May 8, the former Cardinal Robert Prevost headed the Vatican’s bishops office and in that capacity would have reviewed and vetted Bishop Michael Pham’s file.