BOSTON (WHDH) - Cardinal Sean O’Malley is retiring from his position as the archbishop of Boston, according to 7NEWS sources.

A formal announcement is expected Monday. O’Malley, who is at the mandatory retirement age, has served as archbishop for the city for 20 years and is a close personal friend of Pope Francis.

He is expected to be replaced by the current Bishop of Providence, Richard G. Henning.

This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

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