Pope Francis has named the Archdiocese of Vancouver's Vicar General, Father Gary Franken, as the new Bishop of the Diocese of St. Paul. Father Franken will take over from Bishop Paul Terrio as he leads into retirement. Living Waters serves students in the communities of Edson, Whitecourt and Slave Lake. Whitecourt is located within the Diocese of St. Paul, Edson is located in the Archdiocese of Edmonton and Slave Lake resides in the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan. The Board of Living Waters, along with staff and students of Whitecourt Catholic Schools look forward to welcoming the new Bishop-Elect. In addition, the Board of Trustees wishes Bishop Paul Terrio the best in his retirement, and thanks him for his shepherd leadership.