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New York’s archbishop ‘committed’ to immigration issues, accountability on abuse – and staying a Cubs fan

(OSV News) – The newly named leader of the Archdiocese of New York, Archbishop Ronald A. Hicks, introduced himself to the faithful of his new home Dec. 18 with a pledge to become familiar with its challenges and uphold human dignity.
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UPDATE: New York’s new archbishop-designate vows to ‘serve faithfully’ while remaining a Cubs fan

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of the Diocese of Joliet, Illinois, as the next archbishop of New York, the Vatican announced Thursday.

New York Archdiocese agrees to mediation for child sex abuse victims

The announcement comes after hundreds of lawsuits were filed against the Archdiocese of New York, asking for compensation for injuries and suffering.

Who is Bishop Ronald Hicks, the next leader of the Archdiocese of New York?

On Thursday, Pope Leo XIV selected Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet, Illinois, to lead the Archdiocese of New York, replacing Cardinal Timothy Dolan, who led New York's 2.8 million Catholics for about 17 years.

Cardinal Timothy Dolan Tapped the Power of the New York Pulpit

From St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the White House to Fox News, he comfortably inhabited many spheres of influence.
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New York Catholic archdiocese to negotiate sex-abuse settlement with 1,300 accusers, raising $300M

"As we have repeatedly acknowledged, the sexual abuse of minors long ago has brought shame upon our church," Cardinal Timothy Dolan said

'He tried to bring all the races together,' said a parishioner, of Cardinal Timothy Dolan, amid reports of probable replacement

Multiple news reports indicated that Pope Leo XIV had chosen Bishop Ronald Hicks, 58, of the Diocese of Joliet, Illinois — the pontiff's hometown is on the south side of Chicago — to be the next archbishop of New York.
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