Michael David Pfeifer

Background

Pfeifer, Michael David was born on May 18, 1937 in Alamo, Texas, United States. Son of Frank and Alice (Savage) Pfeifer.

Education

Student, Oblate School Theology.

Career

On May 31, 1985, Pope John Paul II named him Bishop of San Angelo. He was consecrated on July 26 of the same year. Pfeifer has taken a vocal stand against the use of embryonic stem cells instead promoting the use of adult stem cells.

In accordance with canon law, Pfeifer submitted his resignation letter to then Pope Benedict XVI on his 75th birthday on May 18, 2012.

Pfeifer said he would remain dedicated to serve his community in the interim before a new bishop is selected. Pope Francis accepted Pfeifer"s resignation on December 12, 2013.

Achievements

• Michael David Pfeifer has been listed as a noteworthy Bishop by Marquis Who's Who.

Connections

Father:

Frank Pfeifer

Mother:

Alice (Savage) Pfeifer