Efren V. Esmilla

Efren Veridiano Esmilla (born June 18, 1962) is a Filipino-born prelate of the Catholic Church who has been serving as an auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania since 2023.

Biography

Early life Efren Esmilla was born on June 18, 1962, to Cristobal and Crispina Esmilla in Nagcarlan, Laguna, Philippines. In 1984, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from San Beda College in Manila, Philippines. After his 1993 ordination, Esmilla served as parochial vicar of the following parishes in Pennsylvania:

Saint John Chrysostom Parish in Wallingford (1993 to 2001) Maternity B.V.M. (Blessed Virgin Mary) Parish in Philadelphia (2001 to 2003) On March 7, 2024, Esmilla was ordained a bishop by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, with Auxiliary Bishop John J. McIntyre and Bishop Michael Burbidge serving as co-consecrators.