Miguel Ángel Contreras Llajaruna

Miguel Ángel Contreras Llajaruna was recently appointed as the Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Callao, Peru, by Pope León XIV. Before this appointment, he served as the Episcopal Vicar for Consecrated Life in the same diocese and was also the Superior of the Marist Fathers in South America. His educational background includes philosophical studies at the Institute of Higher Theological Studies Juan XXIII in Lima and theological studies at the Salesian Theological Institute Cristo Resucitado in Guadalajara, Mexico. Contreras Llajaruna has been influential in various roles, including directing the network of parish schools in Callao and promoting the San José parish school. His dedication to pastoral work and education reflects his commitment to the spiritual and educational development of the community.