Gulf Pine Catholic

6 Gulf Pine Catholic • August 4, 2023 Since 1977, the Diocese of Biloxi has been partnering with Catholic Extension to build the faith in southern Mississippi. Join us and together we can build and repair churches, strengthen and grow essential ministries and support our lay and ordained leaders. Please give to support the work of Catholic Extension in Biloxi and beyond! Special Collection: August 5 & 6 Or mail your donation to: Catholic Extension Collection, Diocese of Biloxi 1790 Popps Ferry Road, Biloxi, MS 39532 Confirmation 2023 St. John the Evangelist Parish, Gulfport Naval Officer Ensign Geoff Wilds, pictured with Bishop Louis F. Kihneman III, recently completed OCIA and received the Sacrament of Confirmation and his First Holy Communion at St. John the Evangelist Church in Gulfport. Photo/ Juliana Skelton For the good of the people of God in the Diocese of Biloxi, Bishop Louis F. Kihneman, III, has made the following appointment: Father Donbosco A. Puthiyakunnel has been appointed Parochial Vicar for Holy Family Parish in Pass Christian, effective August 1, 2023. Given at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Biloxi on July 18, 2023. ? Most Reverend Louis F. Kihneman, III Bishop of Biloxi Official Appointment