Stephen Joseph Reichert

Stephen Joseph Reichert (14 May 1943–) is an American prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the bishop of the Diocese of Mendi and as the archbishop of the Archdiocese of Madang.

Quotes

• It is obvious that wise, strong and prophetic moral leadership is needed in Papua New Guinea in order to bring hope to a people that has lost its way in many areas of life. Parish priests, especially indigenous Papua New Guinea priests, motivated by a genuine and humble love for their flock, true and dedicated pastoral charity, should provide such leadership for the people entrusted to them by their bishop.
  • H. Exc. Most Rev. Stephen REICHERT, O.F.M. Cap., Bishop of Mendi, Papua New Guinea (24 November 1998) Press Office of the Holy See

• Many of the Dioceses of Papua have been gifted with an old evangelization: the Christian population has grown and has received an excellent education. Today, in the new social and cultural context, opportunities to transmit the faith have decreased and new roads and new ways to bring the Gospel to children, youth and families are needed.
  • The Church in Papua committed to the new evangelization (11 June 2012)