Richard Henning Installed as Archbishop of Boston

Richard Henning has been installed as the seventh Archbishop of Boston, succeeding Cardinal Sean O'Malley, who retires after 21 years marked by addressing the clergy sex-abuse crisis. Henning, a former Bishop of Providence, was appointed by Pope Francis and highlighted priorities like Catholic education and campus engagement. The installation ceremony at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross was attended by over 1,400 guests, including 50 bishops and nearly 500 priests. Henning acknowledged O'Malley's legacy and expressed admiration for his work in stabilizing the archdiocese, which now shows financial recovery and increased priest ordinations. Despite progress, some from the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests protested, reflecting ongoing concerns about past abuses. Henning emphasizes a commitment to the community, promising to serve and connect with the diverse population of the Archdiocese of Boston.