Today in Chicago History: Pope Francis names Blase Cupich to lead Archdiocese of Chicago, tell me about this news in (https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/09/20/september-20-chicago-history/)
20-09-2026
On September 20, 2014, Pope Francis appointed Bishop Blase J. Cupich of Spokane, Washington, as the ninth archbishop of Chicago. He was chosen to succeed Cardinal Francis E. George, who had requested that the Vatican appoint a successor while battling cancer. Cupich’s appointment marked a significant shift, highlighting a pastoral approach focused on dialogue, care for the marginalized, and alignment with the vision of Pope Francis. He was officially installed as the Archbishop of Chicago on November 18, 2014.