William C. Van Buskirk has been named the new bishop of the New Orleans congregation of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As bishop of the New Orleans 1st Ward, Van Buskirk provides ministerial service to about 350 members of the LDS Church who reside in Orleans Parish and St. Bernard Parish.
The calling of bishop is not new to Van Buskirk. He was ordained a bishop years ago and served in this capacity five times before in New Orleans as well as in New Jersey.
"I am happy to be able to serve my brothers and sisters here in New Orleans," Van Buskirk said. "I humbly accept this calling to serve due to my faith in Jesus Christ which is central to my being and has shaped who I am." Read More