A New Chapter for Liverpool: Bishop John Sherrington Appointed as Roman Catholic Archbishop in Historic Transition
In a momentous decision by Pope Francis, Bishop John Sherrington has been appointed as the new Roman Catholic Archbishop of Liverpool, marking the dawn of a transformative era for one of England’s most iconic archdioceses. Transitioning from the Diocese of Westminster, Bishop Sherrington succeeds the beloved Rt Rev Malcolm McMahon OP, whose faithful service since 2014 has left an indelible mark on the region. Known for his humility, devotion, and spiritual depth, Archbishop-elect Sherrington expressed his heartfelt anticipation to serve the Liverpool Church—”rich in its heritage of the English martyrs, Irish immigration, and now looking to the future”—with the soul of a shepherd and the vision of a servant leader.
Tributes have poured in from across the Catholic world, with Cardinal Vincent Nichols praising Sherrington’s “gifts, dedication, and utter generosity” and hailing him as a man perfectly suited to guide Liverpool’s faithful in these changing times. Outgoing Archbishop Malcolm McMahon echoed this sentiment, welcoming his successor as “a man of deep prayer who loves the Lord Jesus and His Church.” As the city prepares for the official installation at Liverpool’s Metropolitan Cathedral on May 27, anticipation builds for a spiritual renewal under Archbishop Sherrington’s guidance—a leader poised to blend tradition with fresh pastoral vision in a city renowned for its faith, resilience, and history.
