On March 23, 2021, the retired Bishop of Koper, Msgr Metod Pirih, passed away. He was born on May 9, 1936, in Lokovec. On June 29, 1963, he was ordained priest. In 1987, he took over the diocese. Slovenian bishops are grateful to God for his life, deep faith, and mission, which he performed in the Diocese of Koper and Slovenia.