Office of the Bishop
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Spokane, WA 99202
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Father Darrin Connall, Vicar General, was ordained May 29, 1992, at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes in Spokane. A native of Spokane, he attended Trinity Catholic School. After completing studies at Bishop White Seminary at Gonzaga University, he finished his formal studies at the Catholic University of America in Washington D.C.
Fr. Connall’s first assignment was as parochial vicar at St. Thomas More Parish. He served as pastor of the parishes in Colville, Northport and Kettle Falls. During Fr. Connall’s time in Stevens County, he served as co-director of vocations. In 2000, he was appointed Rector of Bishop White Seminary where he also served as director of seminarians and vocations. During his assignment at Bishop White Seminary, Fr. Connall oversaw the construction of the new seminary building that included administrative offices, a chapel and a residence.
In 2011, Fr. Connall was appointed Rector of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes. During his tenure, he was diagnosed with cancer, and through his illness he remained dedicated to his parish. In 2013, he began oversight for renovation of the cathedral, as it enters its second century, revitalizing the church building and ensuring its vitality for the future.
In 2015, Fr. Connall was appointed Vicar General of the diocese, bishop’s assistant in the governance of the diocese.
Today, he serves as both Rector of the Cathedral and Vicar General of the diocese.
Office of the Bishop
525 W Mission Avenue
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 358-7300
Request a meeting ith Bishop D