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New Boston Archbishop Richard Henning Succeeds Cardinal Sean O'Malley

Henning said some of his priorities in his new role include Catholic education and college campus engagement.

(CBS Boston)

Updated on: November 1, 2024 / 6:16 AM EDT

BOSTON - The Archdiocese of Boston installed its seventh archbishop Thursday, as Richard Henning succeeded Cardinal Sean O'Malley.

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Archbishop Henning was installed during a special Mass at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. He is replacing O'Malley, who is retiring after more than 20 years as archbishop. He was joined at the installation by 1,400 guests, including more than 50 bishops and nearly 500 priests.

Henning said some of his priorities in his new role include Catholic education and college campus engagement. He spoke about what it means to follow in O'Malley's footsteps.

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