Ronald Hicks Installed as 11th Archbishop of New York at St. Patrick's Cathedral

Installation of Archbishop Ronald Hicks

• ⛪ Ronald Hicks has been installed as the 11th Archbishop of New York at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
• 🎯 He is now the leader of over two and a half million Catholics in the New York archdiocese.

Vision for a Missionary Church

• 🗺️ Archbishop Hicks outlined his vision in his first homily, emphasizing a call to be a missionary church rather than a "country club."
• 🤝 He stated that the church's purpose is to serve all people, not just its members.
• 🗣️ His message called for a church that proclaims Jesus Christ clearly and without fear, forming missionary disciples.

Background and Support

• 🌎 Archbishop Hicks has extensive experience in Latin America, focusing on the plight of the poor and marginalized.
• 🤝 Mayor Eric Adams released a statement expressing a shared commitment to human dignity and looking forward to working together for a more just and compassionate city.
• 👏 The installation ceremony was filled with high pageantry, including Catholic school children, cardinals, priests, and bishops.