John Francis Doerfler

John Francis Doerfler (November 2, 1964 –) is an American prelate of the Catholic Church who serves as the bishop of the Diocese of Marquette.

Quotes

• I have absolutely no regrets with the ministry that I've had the opportunity to serve in. In God's providence, this has all been arranged for his glory and I have no regrets. But there is a certain desire that I think every priest has to work directly with the people as much as possible. That's part of our pastoral heart and our desire and I don’t think that ever leaves us, in whatever type of ministry we may have.
  • Q&A: Bishop-elect Doerfler reflects on his new role (8 January 2014) The Compass

• Every follower of Jesus has a role to play in evangelization and spreading the faith. People need to be formed in missionary consciousness; the lay faithful can reach out to so many different people in different walks of life, giving witness of how important the Lord is in their own lives.
  • Bishop Doerfler: “Every follower of Jesus has a role to play in evangelization” (25 February 2018) Catholic World News