New Archbishop of New York, Bishop Ronald Hicks, Reflects on Succeeding Cardinal Dolan

Transition in the Archdiocese of New York

• ⛪ Pope Francis has named Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet, Illinois, as the new Archbishop of New York, following the official acceptance of Cardinal Timothy Dolan's resignation.
• 🎤 CBS News New York's Tony Aiello conducted one-on-one interviews with both the outgoing and incoming archbishops.

Incoming Archbishop's Background and Vision

• 🇪🇸 Bishop Hicks expressed a deep love for Hispanic culture, stemming from his five years as a missionary in El Salvador.
• 💬 He stated that his experience will be beneficial in an archdiocese with a significant and growing Latino population.
• 🧠 Hicks described his formation by the Latino church and his strong connection to the community.

Succeeding Cardinal Dolan

• 🙏 Bishop Hicks acknowledged the humbling experience of succeeding the prominent Cardinal Timothy Dolan, recognizing he has "very big shoes to fill."
• 🎭 He stated with humility, "I'm not him," indicating an awareness of Dolan's unique impact.
• 🌟 Cardinal Dolan served for 16 years, becoming a cardinal in 2012 and hosting Pope Francis in 2015, leaving a significant mark on New York's religious and civic life.

Papal Message and Personal Qualities

• 🕊️ When asked if Pope Francis was sending a message with the appointment, Cardinal Dolan suggested the primary message is that Archbishop-designate Hicks models his life on Jesus the Good Shepherd.
• ✨ Both men were observed attending a Christmas show taping at Sirius XM, where Cardinal Dolan noted the warmth residing in Bishop Hicks, expressing confidence that "New York is going to be in good hands."
• 📿 Bishop Hicks shared that upon learning of his appointment, he immediately spent time in prayer.