Dennis Edward Spies (born March 5, 1968) is an American priest of the Catholic Church who was appointed as auxiliary bishop for the Diocese of Joliet in 2024.


Dennis Edward Spies
Auxiliary Bishop-Elect of Joliet
DioceseJoliet
AppointedSeptember 27, 2024
Orders
OrdinationJune 1, 2002
by Joseph Leopold Imesch
Personal details
Born (1968-03-05) March 5, 1968 (age 56)
MottoI Call You Friends
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Biography

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In 1990, Spies earned a Bachelor Degree in agriculture business economics from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. On June 1, 2002, Spies was ordained to the priesthood.

Episcopal career

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Pope Francis appointed Spies auxiliary bishop for the Diocese of Joliet on September 27, 2024.[1][2][3][4] On November 6, 2024, Spies is scheduled to be consecrated as a bishop.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Resignations and Appointments, 27.09.2024". Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  2. ^ "Pope Francis Names New Auxiliary Bishop of Joliet". Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  3. ^ "Pope Francis Names New Auxiliary Bishop for the Diocese of Joliet". Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  4. ^ "Diocese of Joliet announces new auxiliary bishop". Retrieved September 27, 2024.
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