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Chief Operating Officer

The Chief Operating Officer of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany runs the day-to-day operations of the diocesan Pastoral Center at 40 North Main Avenue in Albany. In addition, the COO strategizes for the future and collaborates with pastoral and program leaders to support the overall work of the Diocese in its 14 counties and, by extension, the mission of the Universal Church. The COO position further cements a vision of shared leadership among the laity and clergy, allowing the Bishop and clergy in top leadership roles to focus on the pastoral side of their ministry while entrusting the business operations to the COO.

 

On June 2, 2021, Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger appointed Bonni H. Shippee to the position of Chief Operating Officer of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, effective July 12, 2021.