James Mark Beckman

James Mark Beckman (born October 19, 1962) is an American prelate of the Catholic Church who serves as the bishop of the Diocese of Knoxville. Quotes We are wounded as we journey through life and I know that there are wounds in this place as there are everywhere and one of the most important things a good shepherd does is communicate the healing presence of Christ so I will humbly ask the Lord to help me to do that. Bishop-elect Rev. James Mark Beckman to focus on healing (7 May 2024) Knoxville News Sentinel Everyone is searching for meaning and purpose in life. I believe we have something precious to offer in that search, so to help people to connect the yearnings of their heart with what we have discovered in Christ—that's the great opportunity. A New Bishop for a Changing Church (22 November 2024) Glenmary Home Missions It's only when we're unsatisfied or restless, and something about our current place is not enough, that we begin a great pilgrimage. ‘We begin a great pilgrimage’ (20 January 2025) The East Tennessee Catholic External links Category:1962 births Category:People from Tennessee Category:Catholics from the United States Category:Roman Catholic bishops Category:Living people