In a formal church development that closes a years-long transition process, Pope Leo XIV has formally accepted the resignation of Bishop Clyde Martin Harvey, the long-serving leader of the Diocese of St George’s-in-Grenada, the diocese confirmed in a public statement released this week. The resignation process first began back in November 2023, when Bishop Harvey submitted his formal notice of stepping down in compliance with the Roman Catholic Church’s canon law requirements for clergy retirement. At that time, then-Pope Francis declined to accept the immediate resignation, requesting that Harvey remain in his post to oversee diocesan operations through January 31, 2026, to ensure a stable, orderly transition of responsibilities.
Following the passing of Pope Francis, Pope Leo XIV took office as the head of the Roman Catholic Church in May 2025, inheriting the pending transition process for the Grenada diocese. On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the new pontiff officially formalized the acceptance of Harvey’s resignation, bringing the transition period to a close. To lead the diocese through the interim period before a permanent new bishop is selected, the Vatican has appointed Archbishop Gabriel Malzaire, who currently serves the Archdiocese of Castries in neighboring St Lucia, as the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of St George’s-in-Grenada.
Archbishop Malzaire is already scheduled to make his first public appearance in his new interim role next Sunday, June 14, 2026. He will lead the monthly devotion service at the Marian Shrine located on Battle Hill, kicking off at 3:00 p.m. local time. For his part, Bishop Harvey is expected to wrap up his remaining administrative duties and depart the diocese next week, marking the end of his tenure leading the Grenada-based diocese.
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