The original Diocese of Central Pennsylvania was the predecessor diocese of the current Diocese of Bethlehem , and as a result , he is counted as first bishop of Bethlehem as well .
That same year , Howe was elected bishop of the newly formed Diocese of Central Pennsylvania .
The original Diocese of Central Pennsylvania was the predecessor diocese of the current Diocese of Bethlehem , and as a result , Howe is counted as first bishop of Bethlehem as well .
That same year , Howe was elected bishop of the newly formed Diocese of Central Pennsylvania .