Archbishop Wilton Gregory

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The dome of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, in Washington, DC.

Rossi investigation still 'underway,' 4 months after it began.

Jan 15, 2020

By JD Flynn

Four months after the Diocese of Scranton began looking into allegations against the rector of the Basilica of the National... Read more

Gallows in Tombstone, Arizona.

Bishops urge mercy on World Day Against the Death Penalty

Oct 10, 2019

The death penalty is outdated and promotes a culture of violence, three bishops said during a livestream conversation on Oct.... Read more

Archishop Wilton Gregory of Washington with Archbishop Timothy Broglio and Bishop Michael Burbidge at the Red Mass, Oct. 6, 2019.

Red Mass opens Supreme Court term with religious liberty and abortion on the docket

Oct 7, 2019

By Matt Hadro

The annual Solemn Mass of the Holy Spirit at St. Matthew’s Cathedral in Washington, D.C. is celebrated at the beginning... Read more

National Shrine of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Washington DC.

Diocese of Scranton launches investigation into national shrine rector Rossi

Aug 14, 2019

By Ed Condon

The Diocese of Scranton has begun an investigation into allegations of misconduct on the part of the rector of the... Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory at a press conference in Washington, DC, April 4, 2019.

Gregory says Trump tweets 'deepened divisions and diminished our national life'

Aug 1, 2019

The Archbishop of Washington condemned racist and divisive rhetoric Thursday in response to controversial tweets by President Donald Trump.  Read more

St. Matthew's Cathedral in Washington, DC.

No answers from Washington archdiocese about McCarrick’s money 

Jul 12, 2019

By Ed Condon

McCarrick funnelled hundreds of thousands of dollars through what was known as the Archbishop’s Fund, and reportedly made gifts to... Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory delivers the homily at his May 21 installation Mass as Archbishop of Washington.

Archbishop Gregory pledges openness at ‘defining moment’ in Washington archdiocese

May 21, 2019

By Ed Condon

Archbishop Wilton Gregory expressed “deep gratitude and immeasurable joy” as he took charge of the nation’s capital see Tuesday.  Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta.

Archbishop Gregory promises transparency during state investigation

May 1, 2019

By Christine Rousselle

The bishops of the state of Georgia have vowed to be open and transparent as the attorney general conducts an... Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta.

Analysis: In DC, Archbishop Gregory's promise of honesty will define him

Apr 5, 2019

By JD Flynn

Archbishop Wilton Gregory told Washington Catholics Thursday that “the only way I can serve this local archdiocese is by telling... Read more

Dulce Nombre de Maria Cathedral Basilica, the seat of the Archbishop of Agana, Guam. Public Domain.

Analysis: Gregory, Apuron, 'zero tolerance,' and pontifical secrets

Apr 4, 2019

By JD Flynn

Thursday morning, the Vatican announced the fates of two American archbishops: one has become the next Archbishop of Washington, and... Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory at a press conference in Washington, DC, April 4, 2019.

Gregory promises DC Catholics 'I will always tell you the truth'

Apr 4, 2019

By Christine Rousselle

Archbishop Wilton Gregory made an uncompromising commitment to transparency during his introduction to the faithful of Washington, DC, at a... Read more

Fr. Augustus Tolton.

Gregory appointment a milestone in the history of African-American Catholics

Apr 4, 2019

By Christine Rousselle

Archbishop Wilton Gregory’s appointment Thursday as Archbishop of Washington marks a significant moment for the Archdiocese of Washington. It is... Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory. CNA/File photo

Analysis: Gregory’s road to Washington

Apr 4, 2019

By Ed Condon

Gregory’s arrival in Washington follows months of intense speculation, with many frustrated at the apparent delay - but the process... Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta.

Pope Francis names Wilton Gregory to follow Wuerl at Washington archdiocese

Apr 4, 2019

By Courtney Mares

Pope Francis Thursday named Archbishop Wilton Gregory the Archbishop of Washington, succeeding Cardinal Donald Wuerl.  Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta. CNA file photo.

Archbishop Wilton Gregory asked to lead Washington archdiocese

Mar 28, 2019

By Ed Condon, JD Flynn

Pope Francis is expected to appoint Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta to serve as the next Archbishop of Washington, multiple... Read more

Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta.

Child sex abuse bill unfairly shields public institutions, Atlanta archbishop warns

Mar 12, 2018

The Archbishop of Atlanta released a statement Friday announcing his opposition to a bill in the Georgia legislature that would... Read more