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SAN JOSÉ, Calif. — The Diocese of San José joyfully announces that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Rev. Andres “Andy” C. Ligot as Auxiliary Bishop of San José. Earlier today, Bishop Oscar Cantú introduced Bishop-elect Ligot at a press conference held in the Chancery offices.
“Today we rejoice with gratitude for Bishop Ligot’s ‘yes’ to the Lord and to the Church in Silicon Valley,” said Bishop Oscar Cantú. “His priestly heart, pastoral experience, and steady leadership will bless our parishes, schools, and ministries. I invite the faithful to keep him in prayer as he prepares for episcopal ordination.”
“I am humbled by the Holy Father’s trust and by Bishop Cantú’s support,” said Bishop-elect Ligot. “I renew my promise to serve Christ and His people with joy—especially those most in need. Please pray for me, that I may be a faithful servant and a good shepherd in our beautifully diverse Church.”
Ordination: Details regarding the date, time, and place of episcopal ordination will be announced soon. Bishop Ligot will become the second auxiliary bishop appointed to the Diocese of San José and the sixth US prelate who is a native of the Philippines.
What is an auxiliary bishop?
An auxiliary bishop assists the diocesan bishop in caring for the people of the diocese (he is not a coadjutor and does not have the right of succession).
About Auxiliary Bishop Andres “Andy” C. Ligot
Bishop Andres “Andy” C. Ligot, J.C.D., serves as Vicar General/Chancellor of the Diocese of San José and Pastor of St. Elizabeth of Portugal Parish in Milpitas. Born November 30, 1965, in Laoag City, Philippines, he was ordained a priest on June 14, 1992, at St. Peter’s Basilica by Pope St. John Paul II for the Diocese of Laoag. He completed a B.A. Philosophy (1986) at San Pablo College Seminary (Baguio); pursued M.A. Philosophy coursework (1988) at the University of Santo Tomas (Manila); and earned an M.A. in Sacred Theology (1992), J.C.L. (1997), and J.C.D. (1999) from the University of Navarra. In the Diocese of San José, he has served as Parochial Vicar at St. John Vianney (2003–2005), Pastor at St. Lawrence the Martyr (2005–2009), Judicial Vicar (2008–2021), Pastor at St. Elizabeth of Portugal (2021–present), and Vicar General/Chancellor (2023–present). He ministers in English, Spanish, Tagalog, and Ilocano.
About the Diocese of San José in California
The Diocese of San José in California serves all of Santa Clara County, forming missionary disciples and serving those in need across Silicon Valley. Established in 1981, the Diocese is centered at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph in downtown San José and worships in 15 languages each Sunday. The Diocese shepherds 513,000 Catholics in 49 parishes, 3 missions, and 1 pastoral center, and supports 27 elementary and 6 high schools serving 13,688 students. We advance our pastoral plan for spiritual renewal—“Renewed in Christ, Together in Mission”—as we journey toward our 50th anniversary in 2031. Learn more at www.dsj.org and follow @diocesesanjose on Facebook and Instagram.
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