Bishop Richard G. Henning, D.D., S.T.D.

After he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch.” - Luke 5:4

On May 1, 2023, the Holy Father, Pope Francis, accepted the resignation of Most Reverend Thomas J. Tobin, D.D., from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Providence. Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D., who was appointed November 23, 2022 (more here), by Pope Francis as Coadjutor Bishop of Providence, automatically succeedd as the 9th Bishop of Providence. These changes were effective at Roman Noon (6 a.m. Eastern Time) May 1, 2023 and were publicized in Washington, D.C. by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States. Statements and more  regarding the May 1, 2023 leadership changes in the Diocese of Providence

About Bishop Henning

• Read Bishop Henning's full biography here
• Learn about Bishop Hennings Coat of Arms
• Bishop Henning's Coat of Arms as Bishop in the Diocese of Providence
• Read Bishop Henning's column "The State of Hope" in the Rhode Island Catholic