MILWAUKEE — There is a new archbishop in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
On Tuesday, Jeffrey Grob was installed as the Archdiocese of Milwaukee's 12th archbishop during a ceremony at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Former Archbishop Jerome Listecki announced last year that he would retire. He served as the archbishop for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee for 15 years.
This marks a new chapter for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Archbishop Grob said he is looking forward to being in this position and serving the greater Milwaukee area.
During Grob’s installation service, hundreds were in attendance. In traditional form, he was led in by cardinals, bishops, priests and deacons from across the country.
Grob is a Wisconsin native and was born in a farming community near Madison.
He even referenced his farming roots during his installation.
“I still see myself, after all these years, as a farm boy from Wisconsin,” Grob said. “Which is why I chose the gospel reading that I did. Because it’s practical. The Lord always spoke in practical ways."
Grob said he is most looking forward to learning this new path and working to bring younger generations to the church. He said there is a joy in him that he is excited to share with others.
“There is an excitement; I am happy,” Grob said. “I am honored. God has been so good to me."