Statement of Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, archbishop of Chicago, on the appointment of Bishop Michael G. McGovern as Metropolitan Archbishop of Omaha
March 31, 2025
Today, we received the joyful news that Pope Francis has appointed Archbishop-designate Michael G. McGovern the Metropolitan Archbishop of Omaha.
As a priest ordained for the Archdiocese of Chicago three decades ago and as the Bishop of Belleville for the past five years, Archbishop McGovern has served the People of God with compassion, dedication, and pastoral leadership. We are delighted that the Holy Father has recognized Archbishop McGovern's exceptional qualities in appointing him the sixth Archbishop of Omaha. As a native of Omaha, I know the great faith and good hearts of the people he will serve. I pray that their journey together will give glory to Jesus and to be a beacon of hope for our Church in this Jubilee Year and beyond.