On Monday, July 29, Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr accepted the resignation of Father Barry Stechschulte as pastor of St. Susanna Parish. In his letter to the parish community, Archbishop Schnurr expressed gratitude for Father Stechschulte’s four years of dedicated service.

Archbishop Schnurr announced that Father Jeff Kemper, a retired priest from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, has been appointed as the temporary administrator of St. Susanna Parish, effective immediately. "Father Kemper will have the administrative authority of a pastor until such time as a permanent pastor is identified and appointed," wrote Archbishop Schnurr.

He also conveyed his appreciation for Father Kemper's willingness to take on this temporary role and serve the community during this period of transition. The archbishop concluded his letter with a message of prayer and blessings for the members of St. Susanna Parish.

"Please know of my prayers during this time of transition at St. Susanna," he stated. "May God bless you this day and always."

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Most Reverend Dennis M. Schnurr

Archbishop of Cincinnati