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Was named Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn in and retired in • Has as his motto: “Faithful Servant.” The Most Reverend J. Terry Steib, S.V.D.: • Was.

He was ordained as a bishop in and served as the Auxiliary Bishop of St. Louis before becoming the fourth Bishop of Memphis in He retired in and reflects below about the 50 th anniversary of his ordination, which he celebrated last month. As I transition from serving as the Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Memphis in Tennessee and as I move forward into the next chapter of my religious and spiritual life, I am reminded that January 6, is approaching.

Apart from being the Solemnity of the Epiphany within the liturgical cycle of Christmas, this date is significant to me because fifty years ago — January 6, — I, along with six of my classmates, was ordained a priest within the charism of the Divine Word Missionaries in Bay St. Louis, MS. To know that one has been in priestly ministry for fifty years is in itself overwhelming.

Yes, it has! After his ordination on January 6, , in Bay St. He also served as professor, from , for the seminarians attending St. Stanislaus High School in Bay St. Bishop Steib was installed as the fourth Bishop of Memphis in We try to open the door and help God along.

In his retirement, may he continue to inspire us!” - Most Reverend J. Terry Steib, S.V.D..

He stresses the importance of getting all clergy to work together, moving forward with the mission and vision of the diocese — educationally, socially and spiritually. Looking ahead, Bishop Steib has set a new goal. What advice does Bishop Steib offer to young men aspiring to missionary service?