The Most Reverend Daniel Buechlein, archbishop of Indianapolis, was pretty emotional as he announced his retirement Wednesday. His love for his role with the Catholic Church and the people of archdiocese was evident. He gave his best in trying to rebound from significant health issues the past few years, so now he's heading "home" to St. Meinrad for time of peace, quiet, prayer and he intends to work on his memoirs.
He has had a good relationship with the Sisters of Providence, most notably through his devotion to Saint Mother Theodore Guerin.
After the archbishop made his announcement, Sister Denise Wilkinson, the Congregation's general superior, offered her thoughts:
"Archbishop Daniel has been a good friend to the Sisters of Providence for many years. He blessed us so abundantly with his support, encouragement and personal involvement leading up to the canonization of our foundress, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, in 2006. He also participated in many Eucharistic Liturgies and celebrations in her honor. His devotion to her is genuine. We are grateful that he has walked the path of providing service among God's people with us and we hope he is able to enjoy many beautiful years of retirement at his St. Meinrad home. If his willpower could have prevailed over his health, he would still be our archbishop, but we know he always will be united with us in prayer."
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