Statement Of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Regarding The Appointment Of Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory As The Archbishop Of Washington, D.C.

Washington is an important See for the Church in the United States, and Archbishop Gregory’s long experience as a leader will serve the people of the archdiocese and the wider Catholic community very well.  The clergy and people of the Church in Philadelphia send their prayers, warm best wishes, and congratulations.

+Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.
Archbishop of Philadelphia

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