NEW MEXICO
KRQE
[with video]
In a recorded message played for church-goers Sunday, Sheehan announced he is following church rules that require him to submit a resignation on his 75th birthday in July.
He says he will write his resignation letter on his birthday.
According to the archdiocese, it will be up to the pope to decide when to accept the resignation and when to appoint a replacement.
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