First Nicaraguan-Born Bishop Ordained at Newark Cathedral

Historic Ordination Ceremony

• ⛪ Cardinal Tobin presided over the ordination of Father Pedro Bismar Chow as the first Nicaraguan-born bishop in the United States.
• 📍 The ceremony took place at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, New Jersey.
• 🗣️ Bishop Chow took his solemn vows in both English and Spanish, reflecting his bicultural background.

Bishop Chow's Background and Ministry

• 🇳🇮 Bishop Chow's ordination marks a significant moment for the Nicaraguan community in the U.S.
• 🤝 He has a deep connection to the deaf community, serving as a chaplain and being passionate about their pastoral care, stemming from his family's experience.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 His family expressed pride and described him as loving and faithful.

Previous Roles and Future Responsibilities

• 🗓️ Ordained as a priest in 2008, Bishop Chow also served as the director of the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart starting in 2020.
• ✝️ In his new role as an auxiliary bishop, he will assist Cardinal Tobin and oversee responsibilities in Hudson.