Cardinal Dolan issued the following statement March 13 in his role as president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. more

The Holy Father brought the tender heart of a pastor, the incisive mind of a scholar and the confidence of a soul united with His God in all he did. His resignation is but another sign of his great care for the Church. We are sad that he will be resigning but grateful for his eight years of selfless leadership as successor of St. Peter. more

The appointment of His Excellency, the Most Reverend Dennis J. Sullivan as Bishop of the Diocese of Camden is a singular blessing for the people of God of that splendid community of faith. more

Our Holy Father has chosen one of the finest bishops I know to be the new Bishop of Camden. more

Cardinal Dolan, as president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, offered prayers and sympathy for the victims of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., Dec. 14. more

Cardinal Dolan has called for a special collection in the wake of Hurricane Sandy to be taken up this weekend. He has also requested special prayers during the weekend Masses for those affected by this storm and those who are helping in relief efforts. more

On Nov. 1, the Church observes All Saints Day. In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Cardinal Timothy Dolan has dispensed the obligation to attend Mass, advising people to do so only if safety is not at risk. more

A Report on the Services of the Archdiocese of New York more

“Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, has accepted an invitation to deliver the closing prayer at next week’s Republican National Convention. more

The following statement was issued May 3 by the Catholic bishops of New York state. more