Timothy Cardinal Dolan's Farewell Mass as Archbishop of New York

End of an Era for New York Archdiocese

• 💔 Cardinal Timothy Dolan presided over his final mass as Archbishop of New York, concluding nearly 17 years in the role.
• 🎤 Dolan expressed gratitude and a sense of freedom and excitement for the future during his closing remarks.

Transition to New Leadership

• 🗓️ Cardinal Dolan submitted his retirement as required by the church at 75 years old, and it was accepted by Pope Francis.
• 🤝 Archbishop-designate Ronald Hicks of Illinois has been appointed as the new Archbishop of New York.
• 📍 The installation mass for Archbishop-designate Hicks is scheduled for this coming Friday at St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Parishioners' Fond Farewell

• 🤗 Parishioners expressed that they will miss Dolan's "larger than life personality," charisma, and "good humor."
• 💬 Many described him as a "New York kind of guy" and a "nice guy."

Dolan's Continued Role

• 🌟 Cardinal Dolan stated that this is not a goodbye to New York and has already received invitations to preside over masses.
• 👨‍spiritual father Dolan views his role as a spiritual father, akin to a dad or grandpa, which he will continue.