Jeffrey Grob named Milwaukee Archbishop; 12th of Archdiocese
MILWAUKEE - The Most Reverend Jeffrey Grob has been named the 12th Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee by Pope Francis, the Vatican announced Monday, Nov. 4.
"I'm deeply grateful to be appointed archbishop of Milwaukee. I will do everything in my power to serve with a faith-filled heart," Grob said in a news conference on Monday. "The church still has many things to offer and speaks to a waiting world."
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Grob, 63, succeeds the Most Reverend Jerome Listecki, who gave his notice of retirement on his 75th birthday March 12, as required.
Most Reverend Jeffrey S. Grob has been named the 12th Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
Archbishop-Designate Grob currently serves as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Chicago, where he was ordained a bishop on Nov. 13, 2020.
"For me, so much of the work is evangelization. So many people don’t know the depth of their Catholic faith or how to come to know Jesus better. The work is bountiful," Grob said. "I’m not afraid to stand alongside anyone and roll up my sleeves and work. That’s how I was formed."
Archbishop-Designate Grob will be installed as Archbishop of Milwaukee on Jan. 14, 2025, by the Papal Nuncio to the United States, Cardinal Christophe Pierre.
Jeffrey Grob
Grob highlighted his deep Wisconsin roots in front of seminarians on Monday morning.
"I’m a farm boy from Wisconsin. I grew up twice a day milking cows," Grob said. "I’m not afraid to stand alongside anyone and roll up my sleeves and work."
He steps into this new role as the Catholic Church continues to face challenges, including declining membership and priest shortages.
Jeffrey Grob
"The church still has many things to offer and speaks to a waiting world," Grob said.
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He said he wants to connect with people at the grassroots level.
"I look forward to listening intently and actively learning more about this local church that is known for its rich history and legacy," he said.
The archbishop-designate said he plans to serve with a faith-filled heart.
"For me, so much of the work is evangelization," Grob said. "So many people don’t know the depth of their catholic faith or how to come to know Jesus better. The work is bountiful."