Jesuit priest becomes chaplain of the House

Jesuit Patrick Conroy was sworn in May 25 as House chaplain, making
him the first Society of Jesus priest to hold the position—and the first
chaplain forced to navigate around the Catholic Church's sexual abuse
scandals.

"It's clear this loyal servant of the faithful is
uniquely suited to serve as chaplain of the people's House," Speaker
John Boehner said, noting that the chaplain "is the anchor of the House.

"[Minority]
leader Pelosi and I have gotten a chance to know Father Pat, and we're
honored that he has accepted our invitation to serve as chaplain," said
Boehner. "We are blessed to have his guidance and his wisdom as we
discharge our duties and fulfill our obligations to current and future
generations of Americans."