Joseph Michael Schmondiuk[a] (August 6, 1912 – December 25, 1978) was a Ukrainian Catholic prelate who served as Archeparch of Philadelphia. He was the first Ukrainian Catholic bishop born in the United States.
Joseph Michael Schmondiuk | |
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Йосиф Михайло Шмондюк | |
| Born | August 6, 1912 |
| Died | December 25, 1978 (aged 66) United States |
| Occupation | Ukrainian Catholic bishop |
On August 14, 1961, Schmondiuk was appointed Bishop of Stamford, succeeding Ambrose Senyshyn. On September 20, 1977, he was appointed Archbishop of Philadelphia. Schmondiuk was a Council Father of the Second Vatican Council.