May 1, 2025
Memorial of Saint Joseph the Worker
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Easter Blessings to you all. First, I wanted to provide you with an update on the health of Bishop Donald DeGrood. As you are aware, he has been undergoing medical care for some health concerns over the past few weeks. With the persistence of his migraines, Bishop DeGrood has realized that he needs more time to heal and work with medical professionals, requiring him to remain outside of the diocese.
Thus, Bishop DeGrood has asked the Papal Nuncio to designate a temporary administrator to the Diocese of Sioux Falls and his request has been accepted. Bishop-emeritus of Saint Cloud, the Most Reverend Donald Kettler, has been provisionally entrusted pastoral governance of the Diocese of Sioux Falls. He will enjoy the rights, faculties and responsibilities that Church law gives to an Apostolic Administrator, until such time as the new Holy Father otherwise provides.
Thank you for your prayers as Bishop Kettler and the diocesan staff continue to work to support the needs of the diocese. As always, please continue to pray for the health and well-being of Bishop DeGrood.
Sincerely, Reverend Andrew Young