GAYLORD, MICHIGAN – The Most Reverend Jeffrey J. Walsh, bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, has announced the following appointment, effective December 20, 2025:
Reverend Emmanuel Apagu Yilar – from the Diocese of Maiduguri, Nigeria to Parochial Vicar, Holy Family Parish, East Tawas; St. Pius X Parish, Hale; and St. Stephen, King of Hungary, Parish, Skidway Lake.

Reverend Shaphan Stephen Zirra – from the Diocese of Maiduguri, Nigeria to Parochial Vicar, St. Joseph Parish, West Branch and Holy Family Parish, Klacking Creek.





