Rev. James D. Conley, D.D., S.T.L. | Diocese of Lincoln website

The Christ Medicus Foundation (CMF) has welcomed Bishop James Conley, Bishop of Lincoln, to its board of directors, as announced on May 3, 2024. Bishop Conley expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, stating, "I am honored that the Christ Medicus Foundation has invited me to serve on its board of directors to help guide its ministry centered in the healing love of the Divine Physician, Jesus Christ."

In his role, Bishop Conley highlighted the importance of Catholic health care ministry in today's society, saying, "Fortunately, the Christ Medicus Foundation is a Catholic health care ministry offering Catholic health and wellness options for individuals and families to advance in their health and wellness and heal spiritually, physically, and mentally." He also shared his enthusiasm for contributing to the Foundation's mission, stating, "I look forward to helping CMF faithfully make the Divine Physician and His plan for health and healing more fully present in our nation."

Michael Warner, the board president of the Christ Medicus Foundation, expressed his excitement about Bishop Conley's involvement, emphasizing the alignment of Bishop Conley's leadership with the Foundation's objectives. Warner stated, "We are extremely pleased and honored to have His Excellency Bishop Conley join the Christ Medicus Foundation Board. Bishop Conley is a profound leader in the Catholic health care space and his ministry aligns perfectly with the strategic objectives of the Christ Medicus Foundation and our Catholic mission."

Louis Brown Jr., J.D., executive director of the Christ Medicus Foundation, also praised Bishop Conley's leadership and spiritual guidance, noting his unique ability to guide Catholic health care entities towards serving the health and wellness needs of individuals. Brown remarked, "Bishop Conley is a true shepherd who provides extraordinary leadership for the Church and for Catholic health care. Bishop Conley has a deep relationship with Christ, the Divine Physician, and a unique ability to guide Catholic health care entities to be Christ’s instruments for health and healing."