“The cloud of speculation over Martino’s future first appeared in June after the 63 year-old prelate was spotted in Rome, where, according to multiple reports, he met with officials at the Congregation for Bishops after the dicastery’s intervention was sought.”
“As the song says, you have to know when to hold them and when to fold them,” Bishop Martino said. “And I think it’s time to move on.” Bishop Martino defended his controversial actions to close and consolidate schools and parishes.
