Bishop Pierre-Antoine Bozo issues pastoral letter for 2026-2027

Bishop Pierre-Antoine Bozo issued a pastoral letter to the Catholics of the Diocese of La Rochelle to provide guidance and priorities for the 2026-2027 pastoral year. The letter follows the recent diocesan opening day and a visit to France by Pope Leo XIV.

In the letter, Bozo reflects on his first year in the diocese since his installation as coadjutor bishop on October 19, 2025. He noted his efforts to meet priests, deacons, religious communities, and consecrated persons through deanery visits and ongoing parish pastoral visits. Bozo also mentioned participating in confirmations, the installation of new pastors, church inaugurations, and local pilgrimages.

The bishop highlighted his meetings with students, young professionals, scouts, and various diocesan services, as well as visits to hospitals and prisons. He also noted his participation in the diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes. The diocese will soon distribute the letter to all local parishes.