Richard Edmund Pates

Richard Edmund Pates (February 12, 1943 –) is an American prelate of the Roman Catholic Church who served as bishop of the Diocese of Des Moines. Quotes As I stood amidst the beauty of this agricultural valley and heard the testimony of the Christian families whose lands, livelihoods, and centuries-old family traditions are threatened, I was simply astounded by the injustice of it all. The verdict on the wall in the Cremisan valley has been postponed (30 January 2014) Fides News Agency You learn from your mentors the simple things: Take an interest in people, be their advocate, defend their causes. Then, they give you a confidence to move into new situations. Retired bishop settles on the shores of Rogers Lake (27 June 2022) The Catholic Spirit External links Richard Pates Richard Pates Category:1943 births Category:People from Saint Paul Category:Catholics from the United States Category:Roman Catholic bishops Category:Living people