Bishop Ronald Hicks Installed as New Archbishop of New York

Installation Ceremony at St. Patrick's Cathedral

• ⛪ Bishop Ronald Hicks will be formally installed as the Archbishop of New York at a ceremony at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
• 🚪 The ceremony begins with Hicks knocking three times on the cathedral doors, symbolizing the official transfer of leadership.
• 📜 A letter from the Pope will be read, and Hicks will be seated on the throne, marked by his coat of arms with the motto "Peace and All Good."
• 👥 Approximately 2,000 people, including cardinals, bishops, and priests, will attend the installation.

Archbishop Hicks's Vision and Priorities

• 🙏 Hicks aims to trust God and seek the will of the father daily in prayer as he leads.
• 🗣️ A key focus will be evangelization, encouraging disciples to make more disciples.
• 🤝 He emphasizes the importance of treating each other with respect as brothers and sisters.

Background and Key Responsibilities

• 🗺️ Hicks comes to New York from the Diocese of Joliet, Illinois, having grown up in suburban Chicago.
• 🌍 He shares a background with Pope Francis, including fluency in Spanish and experience ministering to the poor in South America.
• ⚖️ A significant task will be overseeing the implementation of a $300 million settlement for sex abuse victims.
• 💬 He plans to navigate relations with the Trump administration and address issues concerning New York's diverse immigrant community.