The Cardinal Archbishop of New York is the senior bishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York. This position is held by a cardinal, who is a high-ranking official in the Catholic Church, and is responsible for overseeing the spiritual and administrative needs of the archdiocese, which includes the five boroughs of New York City and several surrounding counties. The Cardinal also plays a significant role in the broader Catholic Church, participating in the selection of a new pope and representing the Church in various public and interfaith matters. The current Cardinal Archbishop is Timothy Dolan, who has held the position since 2009.