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Pope Leo XIV appoints Texas cardinal as administrator of Amarillo until new bishop chosen

Pope Leo XIV appoints Texas cardinal as administrator of Amarillo until new bishop chosen

Saturday, February 14, 2026

The Holy Father accepted the resignation of Amarillo Bishop Patrick Zurek, who has reached retirement age.

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