Pope Francis tells new bishops holiness is their 'most urgent task' Vatican City, Sep 13, 2018 / 12:01 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- The most important duty of bishops is total dedication to the pursuit of holiness and the holiness of their local Church, Pope Francis said to a group of 130 new bishops Thursday. Read more about Pope Francis tells new bishops holiness is their 'most urgent task'