Leo XIV accepts the resignation presented by the Archbishop of Moscow after almost two decades
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of the Archbishop of Moscow, Paolo Pezzi, presented after almost two decades in that position, as reported this Saturday by the Holy See in a statement without specifying the reasons. The Italian Pezzi, 65, and a member of the Communion and Liberation Movement, was metropolitan archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mother of God of Moscow since Benedict XVI appointed him in 2007.
TL;DR
- Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Archbishop Paolo Pezzi of Moscow.
- Pezzi had served as Archbishop for almost two decades since 2007.
- The resignation was presented due to illness or another compelling reason, allowing for early departure from his role.
- Auxiliary Bishop Nikolai Dubinin has been appointed as the apostolic administrator.
- Bishops are typically expected to resign at age 75.