Pope Francis Appoints Bishop Ronald Hicks as New Archbishop of New York
CBS New YorkJanuary 5, 20262 min995 views
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- π― Bishop Ronald Hicks has been selected by Pope Francis to succeed Cardinal Timothy Dolan as the Archbishop of New York.
- π Bishop Hicks previously served for five years as a bishop in Joliet, Illinois, a region also from Pope Francis's home area of northern Illinois.
Significance of the Role
- πΊοΈ The Archbishop of New York leads over two million Catholics across more than ten counties, including three in New York City and seven upstate.
- π This position holds significant influence, effectively making the Archbishop the head of Catholics for the entire state of New York, overseeing seven or eight different dioceses.
Pope Francis's Selection Process
- π§ Pope Francis has extensive experience in selecting bishops, having headed the Vatican office responsible for naming bishops for two years prior to his papacy.
- β This background suggests his judgment in choosing well-prepared candidates is highly trusted.
- π€ The selection of Bishop Hicks, who hails from the same region as Pope Francis, is noted as a positive coincidence.
Transition and Succession
- π Bishop Hicks is expected to be a worthy successor to the well-loved Cardinal Dolan.
- π° Fordham University's Father Thomas Massaro provided commentary on the appointment and its implications.
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