Boston - Governor Maura Healey today issued the following statement on Cardinal Seán Patrick O’Malley’s retirement and Bishop Richard G. Henning’s appointment as Archbishop of Boston. 

“I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to Cardinal O’Malley on his successful two decades of leadership as the Archbishop of Boston. I greatly admire his deep faith and his empathy and compassion for all. He will be remembered for his lifesaving support for families experiencing homelessness, his advocacy for more affordable housing, his support for victims of human trafficking and his global leadership in the fight against climate change. I was humbled and privileged to seek and receive his advice many times during my time as Attorney General and Governor. We wish Cardinal O’Malley the very best in his new chapter and know that he will continue to be a guide and an inspiration for us all. I congratulate Bishop Henning on his appointment and look forward to working with him.”