Xavier Novell Gomá

Xavier Novell Gomà (born April 20, 1969) is a Spanish former and suspended Roman Catholic bishop. He was the Bishop of Solsona from 2010 to 2021.

 Early life and education 
Xavier Novell was born on April 20, 1969, in Ossó de Sió, Spain. He was ordained a priest on July 6, 1997.

 Bishop of Solsona 
On November 3, 2010, Pope Benedict XVI appointed him as the Bishop of Solsona. He was consecrated by Cardinal Luis Ladaria Ferrer on December 12, 2010.

 Resignation and personal life 
On August 23, 2021, Pope Francis accepted his resignation as bishop. Xavier Novell left the priesthood and started a relationship with Silvia Caballol, a writer of satanic erotic literature. On November 22, 2021, they married in a civil ceremony. Because of this, he was suspended from performing any priestly duties. In April 2024, they had a church wedding with a special dispensation given by Pope Francis.
 References 

 Other websites 
 Official website of the Diocese of Solsona

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