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Father Sam Martin hosts Bishop Gerard Battersby to celebrate his second anniversary as the Bishop of the Diocese of La Crosse.

Father Sam Martin hosts Bishop Gerard Battersby on “Connecting the Diocese” to mark the bishop’s second anniversary as the 11th Bishop of the Diocese of La Crosse. Bishop Battersby recalls being surprised by the nuncio’s call, accepting the appointment with trust in Jesus, and the joy of his installation Mass, early confirmations, and major diocesan […]

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Host: Father Sam Martin

Guest: Bishop Gerard Battersby

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Organizations: Diocese of La Crosse

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