Priest from Dubuque Archdiocese named Des Moines bishop

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DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Pope Francis has selected a priest from the Dubuque Archdiocese to become bishop of the Des Moines Diocese. The selection of the Rev. William Joensen was announced Thursday. His ordination and installation is scheduled for Sept. 27. Joensen replaces Bishop Richard Pates, who turned 75 ...

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