Bishop Rochus Joseph Tatamai, aged 55 years, succeeded Bishop Ambrose Kiapseni, who was farewelled after 27 years of service.
A solemn Eucharistic celebration was attended by all parishes at the cathedral of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart in Kavieng on August 14th.
In his speech, New Ireland Governor Sir Julius Chan described Bishop Ambrose Kiapseni as a true child of New Ireland.
