Bishop John Barres is the current bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre in New York, having been appointed to this position in 2017. He was born on September 20, 1963, in Lynbrook, New York, and was ordained a priest in 1990. Before becoming a bishop, he served as the bishop of the Diocese of Allentown in Pennsylvania. Bishop Barres is known for his focus on evangelization and youth ministry. He has emphasized the importance of engaging young people in the life of the Church and has worked to strengthen the Catholic community in his diocese through various initiatives and programs.