The Holy See Announces the Appointment of Bishop Mark Eckman as 13th Bishop of Pittsburgh

The Holy See announced today at 6:00 a.m. local time that Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop David A. Zubik, who reached the mandatory retirement age of 75 this past September. At the same time, the Holy Father has appointed Auxiliary Bishop Mark A. Eckman as the 13th Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh.

Bishop Eckman will be installed on Monday, July 14, 2025, during a special Mass at Saint Paul Cathedral in Oakland.

In a letter to diocesan clergy and staff this morning, Bishop Zubik wrote, “I am both grateful and thrilled with this appointment. Bishop Eckman knows the diocese. And we know him as an exceptional pastor, and outstanding administrator – truly an exemplary priest.”
Bishop Eckman, who has served the diocese as an Auxiliary Bishop since 2022 and as a longtime parish priest, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve.

“With a grateful and humble heart, I accept this appointment and ask for the prayers of all the faithful,” Bishop Eckman said. “Together, we will continue the mission of Jesus Christ with hope.” 

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A press conference will be held this morning, Wednesday, June 4 at 10:00 a.m. in McDowell Auditorium on the campus of the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2900 Noblestown Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15205.