John Folda
Eighth bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fargo.
About John Folda
Born 1961. John Folda is an American catholic priest, teacher and catholic bishop.
John Thomas Folda (born August 8, 1961) is an American Catholic prelate who serves as Bishop of Fargo in North Dakota.
Biography
Early life John Thomas Folda was born on August 8, 1961, in Omaha, Nebraska to James and Mabel Folda. He attended St. Thomas More Elementary School and then went to Archbishop Ryan High School in Omaha.
Having decided to become a priest, Folda in 1983 went to Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, to attend St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy in 1985, a Master of Divinity degree in 1988, and a Master of Arts degree in theology.
Priesthood Folda was ordained a priest at the Cathedral of the Risen Christ in Lincoln by Bishop Glennon Flavin for the Diocese of Lincoln on May 27, 1989.
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Who is John Folda?
Eighth bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fargo.
When was John Folda born?
John Folda was born on 8 August 1961 in Omaha.
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John Folda is a catholic priest, teacher and catholic bishop.
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John Folda is American.
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