Overview
- He has been diagnosed with well-differentiated liposarcoma, and surgery to remove the tumor is scheduled for Nov. 13.
- The Archdiocese of Washington said his physicians agree the prognosis is very good given the cancer’s nonaggressive nature.
- He will not attend the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ November gathering, which features elections for president, vice president, and committee chairs.
- He told priests he plans to resume full duties about two weeks after the operation and asked for prayers and support.
- He was appointed Archbishop of Washington in January, became a cardinal in 2022, and is widely regarded as a leading progressive voice among U.S. bishops.