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New Archbishop Pledges Unity and Care for Vulnerable

2/8/2026

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  • Archbishop Ronald Hicks of the Archdiocese of New York marked his inaugural Sunday Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, pledging to evangelize and care for the vulnerable.
  • He previously oversaw an orphanage in El Salvador, underscoring his focus on protecting children.
  • Hicks spoke in English and Spanish to emphasize unity across cultures.
  • Leading a large archdiocese serving about 2.5 million Catholics, he must implement a $300 million clergy abuse settlement.