Bishop Ron Hicks announces appointment of Fr. Richard Smith as vicar general

Bishop Ronald A. Hicks is pleased to announce the appointment of Very Rev. Richard L. Smith as vicar general for the Diocese of Joliet.

This position has been expanded to a full-time status in order to assist the bishop in the governance, pastoral and administrative responsibilities of the diocese.

Fr. Smith will continue to reside at Holy Spirit Catholic Community in Naperville, serving as pastor. His appointment will be effective December 1, 2020.