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His Excellency Calogero Peri | |
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| Bishop of Caltagirone | |
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| Church | Roman Catholic Church |
| Diocese | Roman Catholic Diocese of Caltagirone |
| Appointed | 30 January 2010 |
| Predecessor | Vincenzo Manzella |
| Previous post(s) | Provincial Minister of the Capuchin Friars Minor of Sicily (2005–2010);
Vice Dean of the Theological Faculty of Sicily “St. John the Evangelist” (2004–2009); Member of the Presbyteral Council and the College of Consultors of the Archdiocese of Palermo (1998–2005); Director of the Capuchin Post-Novitiate in Palermo (1990–1996); Professor of Philosophy and Theology at the Theological Faculty of Palermo (1985–2010); |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 9 December 1978 |
| Consecration | 20 March 2010 by Paolo Romeo |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Calogero Peri June 16, 1953 Salemi, Trapani, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| Residence | Caltagirone, Sicily |
| Profession | Bishop, professor of philosophy and theology |
| Education | Licentiate in Philosophy from the Pontifical Gregorian University; further studies in Paris |
| Motto | Pro vobis datur |
| Coat of arms |  |
| Styles of Calogero Peri, O.F.M.Cap. | |
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| Reference style | His Excellency |
| Spoken style | Your Excellency |
| Religious style | Bishop |
Calogero Peri (Salemi, 16 June 1953) is an Italian Bishop of the Catholic Church; he has been the Bishop of Caltagirone since 30 June 2010.
Biography
[edit]Calogero Peri was born on 16 June 1953 in Salemi, in the province of Trapani, into a devout Catholic family. After attending local schools, he entered the Capuchin Order, making his temporary profession in 1970 and solemn vows in 1976. He was ordained a priest on 9 December 1978.
He pursued higher studies in philosophy and theology, obtaining a Licentiate in Philosophy from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, and completed further academic training in Paris. Over the following decades, he worked primarily in the fields of teaching and formation within the Capuchin community and the wider Church in Sicily.
From 1985 to 2010, he taught philosophy and theology at the Theological Faculty of Palermo. He served as Director of the Capuchin Post-Novitiate in Palermo (1990–1996), and from 2004 to 2009 was Vice Dean of the Theological Faculty of Sicily “San Giovanni Evangelista”. He was also a member of the Presbyteral Council and the College of Consultors of the Archdiocese of Palermo (1998–2005), and served as spiritual assistant to various ecclesial and youth groups.
In 2005, he was elected Provincial Minister of the Capuchin Friars Minor of Sicily, a post he held until his episcopal appointment.
On 30 January 2010, Pope Benedict XVI appointed him Bishop of Caltagirone. He received episcopal consecration on 20 March 2010 and took possession of the diocese the same day. As bishop, he has been active in promoting culture, spiritual formation, the preservation of Church heritage, and support for local communities. He currently serves as the delegate of the Sicilian Bishops' Conference for cultural heritage and church buildings, and as national delegate for culture and social communications within the Italian Episcopal Conference.
Pastoral Ministry
[edit]- 1978–1980: Parish assistant and director of youth ministry in various Capuchin parishes in Palermo
- 1980–1983: Director of postulants and teacher of philosophy for Capuchin formation houses
- 1983–1990: Director of the Capuchin Post-Novitiate in Palermo
- 1985–2010: Professor of Philosophy and Theology at the Theological Faculty of Palermo
- 1990–1996: Director of the Capuchin Post-Novitiate in Palermo (second term)
- 1998–2005: Member of the Presbyteral Council and the College of Consultors of the Archdiocese of Palermo
- 2004–2009: Vice Dean of the Theological Faculty of Sicily “San Giovanni Evangelista”
- 2005–2010: Provincial Minister of the Capuchin Friars Minor of Sicily
- 1980–2010: Spiritual assistant to various ecclesial and youth groups
- Since 2010: Bishop of the Diocese of Caltagirone
- Since 2010: Delegate of the Sicilian Episcopal Conference for Cultural Heritage and Church Buildings
- Since 2022: Delegate of the Italian Episcopal Conference for Culture and Social Communications
Episcopate
[edit]On 20 March 2010, Pope Benedict XVI appointed him Bishop of Caltagirone, succeeding Bishop Vincenzo Manzella.
He was consecrated bishop on 3 July 2010 in the Cathedral of Palermo by Cardinal Paolo Romeo, with Archbishop Francesco Montenegro and Bishop Vincenzo Manzella as co-consecrators.
He officially took possession of the diocese on 25 July 2010.
As Bishop of Caltagirone, he has promoted initiatives for diocesan pastoral renewal, vocational ministry, and the reorganization of diocesan structures and commissions. He has also worked to strengthen the presence of the Church in cultural and social dialogue within the region.
Since 2010, he has served as Delegate of the Sicilian Episcopal Conference for Cultural Heritage and Church Buildings.
In 2022, he was appointed Delegate for Culture and Social Communications within the Italian Episcopal Conference.
Works
[edit]Bishop Peri has authored and edited several publications in the fields of theology, spirituality, and ecclesial culture. His writings often reflect his Capuchin Franciscan spirituality and focus on themes such as contemplative prayer, religious life, and pastoral theology. Among his works are contributions to studies on Saint Francis of Assisi, spiritual accompaniment, and the renewal of parish communities in contemporary society.
He has also published pastoral letters and reflections addressed to the faithful of the Diocese of Caltagirone, particularly on the themes of vocations, youth ministry, and the role of the Church in civil society.