James R. Golka

James Robert Golka (born September 22, 1966) is an American prelate of the Catholic Church who serves as bishop for the Diocese of Colorado Springs.

His Excellency, The Most Reverend

James Robert Golka
Bishop of Colorado Springs
DioceseColorado Springs
AppointedApril 30, 2021
InstalledJune 29, 2021
PredecessorMichael John Sheridan
Orders
OrdinationJune 3, 1994
by Lawrence James McNamara
ConsecrationJune 29, 2021
by Samuel J. Aquila, Joseph G. Hanefeldt, and Michael John Sheridan
Personal details
Born (1966-09-22) September 22, 1966
Grand Island, Nebraska
MottoStewards of God's Mysteries
Styles of
James Robert Golka
Reference style
Spoken styleYour Excellency
Religious styleBishop

Biography

Golka was born in Grand Island, Nebraska, the son of Robert and Patricia Golka. James Golka was one of ten children.[1] He attended Grand Island Central Catholic High School, where he played football. During his time at Creighton University, Golka began talking about priesthood with the Jesuits.[1]

After graduating from college, Golka spent a year volunteering at a high school in the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota what he called a test of his desire to become a priest.[1]

On June 3, 1994, Golka was ordained to the priesthood. Pope Francis appointed Golka bishop for the Diocese of Colorado Springs on April 30, 2021.[2][3][4] On June 29, 2021, Golka was consecrated as a bishop.

See also

References
  1. "Bishop James R. Golka". Diocese of Colorado Springs. Retrieved 2021-09-18.
  2. "Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Bishop Michael Sheridan of the Diocese of Colorado Springs; Appoints Father James Golka of Diocese of Grand Island as Successor". Retrieved April 30, 2021.
  3. "Father James Golka of the Diocese of Grand Island, Nebraska, named Bishop of Colorado Springs" (PDF). Retrieved April 30, 2021.
  4. "New bishop for the Diocese of Colorado Springs says he's a collaborator who takes his direction from God". Retrieved April 30, 2021.

Episcopal succession
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