August 7, 2024

RICHMOND, Va. – “As Chairman of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on the Protection of Children and Young People, I want to offer my congratulations to Cardinal Seán O’Malley on his retirement. I also wish to express my deep gratitude for his many years of generous, humble and dedicated service to the Church.  

“As a trusted advisor to Pope Francis in matters of child protection, Cardinal O’Malley has championed effective policies to keep young people and vulnerable adults safe in the life and activity of the Church, helping to advance the essential restoration of trust.  

“As a leader in the Church’s and USCCB’s response to the child abuse crises in 2002 and 2018, Cardinal O’Malley brought wisdom and charity to those who were impacted. He has been a model of personal integrity, simplicity of life and holiness, and my prayers are with him upon his retirement.”   

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