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First Nicaraguan-Born Bishop Pedro Bismar Chau Serves Newark's Immigrant Community

CBS New YorkNovember 5, 20252 min554 views
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Journey from Nicaragua to Newark

  • πŸ’‘ Bishop Pedro Bismar Chau, the first man born in Nicaragua to become a Catholic bishop in the US, shares his compelling journey of faith.
  • πŸ“Œ He fled Nicaragua at age 16 in 1983 due to the Civil War, seeking sanctuary and the land of opportunity in the US.
  • πŸš€ Starting as an undocumented worker, he eventually achieved citizenship and felt a call to the priesthood at age 40.

Ministry and Mission

  • 🎯 In early September, he was installed as the first Nicaraguan-born bishop in the United States, an honor he feels deeply as a Latino immigrant.
  • 🀝 He will assist Joseph Cardinal Tobin in administering the archdiocese, with a specific focus on Hudson County and supporting immigrants.
  • πŸ’¬ Bishop Bismar aims to be the voice for the voiceless, assuring them of God's presence and the church's support.
  • πŸ› οΈ He emphasizes the church's role in connecting people with necessary resources and ensuring they know they are not alone.

Ordination and Dedication

  • πŸ™ His elevation to bishop included a humble moment of lying on the ground before the altar, symbolizing a "dying to self".
  • ✨ This act represents a profound personal dedication, stating, "Lord, take me that Bismar dies and that you may live."
  • 🌍 The narrative highlights his journey from fear in Nicaragua to faith in Newark, embodying a path from hardship to spiritual leadership.
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