<strong>Bishop Martin David Holley, chosen to lead the local Catholic Church about two years ago, has been relieved of his duties as leader of the Diocese of Memphis, the Vatican announced early Wednesday. Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville will oversee the diocese until further notice.</strong> (Daily Memphian file)

Vatican relieves Bishop Holley of duties; Kurtz to oversee local Catholic diocese

Bishop Martin David Holley, chosen to lead the local Catholic Church about two years ago, has been relieved of his duties as leader of the Diocese of Memphis, the Vatican announced early Wednesday, and Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville will oversee the diocese until further notice.

By Clay Bailey October 24, 2018

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