The College of Consultors for the Diocese of Austin met on the evening of the 25th and elected the Very Reverend James Misko as diocesan administrator.
Upon accepting his appointment, Father James Misko made the Profession of Faith and took the Oath of Fidelity before the College of Consultors. He also notified the Apostolic Nuncio, Cardinal Christophe Pierre, of his election.
Father Misko, a priest of the Diocese of Austin for over 17 years, has served as parochial vicar at St. Elizabeth in Pflugerville, pastor of Christ the King in Belton, and pastor of St. Louis King of France in Austin. He has served as the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia since January 2019.