Bishop Ronald Hicks Appointed New Archbishop of New York, Succeeding Cardinal Dolan

New Leadership at St. Patrick's Cathedral

• ⛪ Timothy Cardinal Dolan is stepping down as Archbishop of New York after 17 years, with Pope Leo XIV accepting his resignation.
• 🤝 Cardinal Dolan welcomed his successor, Bishop Ronald Hicks, with grace and humility, assuring the faithful they are in good hands.

Introducing Archbishop-Designate Ronald Hicks

• 🎁 Cardinal Dolan referred to the appointment of Bishop Hicks as an "early Christmas gift" from St. Nicholas.
• 🎤 Bishop Hicks, currently the Bishop of Joliet, Illinois, is a native of Chicago and speaks fluent Spanish, having ministered in Latin America.
• 🙏 With humility, Bishop Hicks accepted the appointment, asking for prayers and support as he begins his new role.

Cardinal Dolan's Legacy and Future

• 🗓️ Cardinal Dolan submitted his resignation in February upon reaching the Vatican's mandatory retirement age of 75.
• 🌟 He has led the Archdiocese of New York, the country's second-largest, since 2009, known for his kindness, leadership, and generosity.
• ✝️ Cardinal Dolan's future plans include teaching and assisting Archbishop-Designate Hicks as needed.

Transition and Next Steps

• 🗓️ Bishop Hicks will officially assume his new role in February during a formal ceremony at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
• 📺 Following the announcement, both Cardinal Dolan and Bishop Hicks participated in the taping of a Christmas show at SiriusXM.