Pope Leo Elevates Bishop Who Defied Right-Wing Push to Deny Biden Communion

In 2021, Bishop Mark O’Connell argued the Church should not weaponize the Eucharist — now Pope Leo has elevated him.

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Pope Leo XIV named Bishop Mark O’Connell as the new bishop of Albany on Monday morning.