The Catholic community of Corpus Christi and surrounding areas is preparing for a historic celebration with the episcopal transition taking place this Wednesday.
Reverend Bishop Mario Alberto Avilés, originally from Mexico City, will officially assume the episcopate of the Corpus Christi Diocese, becoming the first Hispanic bishop to hold the position in nearly 30 years.
Prior to being appointed by Pope Leo to the Corpus Christi Diocese, Avilés served in the Brownsville Diocese for 8 years…