OTHER PONTIFICAL ACTS

VATICAN CITY, MAR 13, 2002 (VIS) - The Holy Father:

- Accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the diocese of Palm Beach, U.S.A., presented by Bishop Anthony J. O'Connell, in accordance with Canon 401, para. 2, of the Code of Canon Law.

- Accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the archdiocese of Sao Sebastiao do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, presented by Auxiliary Bishop Narbal da Costa Stencel, upon having reached the age limit.

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