Cardinal Francis George

Here’s my statement on Cardinal George’s passing:

While we have all realized for a while that it was near, the passing of Cardinal Francis George still comes as a jolt, and leaves us with a sense of emptiness and loss.

I assure Archbishop Cupich and the Catholic family of Chicago of our love, condolences, and prayers here in New York.

I will miss him as a pastor, friend, and guide, and can only thank God for the gift that he was and will ever be.