Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Efren Veridiano Esmilla | |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary Bishop-Elect of Philadelphia | |
| Archdiocese | Philadelphia |
| Appointed | December 8, 2023 |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | May 15, 1993 by Anthony Bevilacqua |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 18, 1962 |
Efren Veridiano Esmilla (born June 18, 1962) is an Filipino priest of the Catholic Church who was appointed as auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in 2023.
On May 15, 1993, Esmilla was ordained to the priesthood. Pope Francis appointed Esmilla auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia on December 8, 2023.[1][2] [3] On March 7, 2024, Esmilla is scheduled to be consecrated as a bishop.
