Pope Leo XIV appoints Giorgio Ferretti as Bishop of Lucera-Troia

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Giorgio Ferretti, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Foggia-Bovino, as the Bishop of Lucera-Troia. This decision unites the two dioceses in the person of the bishop, meaning Ferretti will provide pastoral leadership to both communities while they maintain their own legal and pastoral autonomy.

The Holy See announced the appointment on October 9, 2026, following the resignation of Giuseppe Giuliano from the governance of the Diocese of Lucera-Troia. Ferretti, who has served as the Archbishop of Foggia-Bovino since January 2024, will now oversee both sees.

Ferretti was ordained a priest in 2004 for the Diocese of Frosinone-Veroli-Ferentino as a member of the Fraternità Missionaria di Sant'Egidio. His previous experience includes serving as a missionary in Mozambique and holding various roles in Frosinone-Veroli-Ferentino, including secretary to the bishop and director of the office for ecumenism and interreligious dialogue.

The Puglia Episcopal Conference expressed support for the appointment, with Archbishop Giuseppe Satriano offering congratulations to Ferretti and gratitude to Giuliano for his service. Details regarding the date and location for Ferretti's formal installation will be announced in the coming days.