Statement from Bishop Malesic on the appointment of Bishop Robert Brennan as the next Bishop of Brooklyn

I have known Bishop Brennan for many years. I congratulate him on this appointment and know that he will bring his energy, wisdom, and faith to the people of the Diocese of Brooklyn. We pray that the Holy Father provide a new shepherd for the Diocese of Columbus who will be able to carry on the good work of Bishop Brennan and his predecessors.

Press Release from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

WASHINGTON—Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, 77, from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Brooklyn and has appointed Bishop Robert J. Brennan of Columbus, as Bishop of Brooklyn. The appointment was publicized in Washington, D.C. on September 29, 2021, by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States.

Bishop Brennan's biography may be found here.