Stories on Cardinal O'Connor

Stories from the May 11 Issue 'Home to God' Death of Cardinal O'Connor ends a chapter in the history of New York, the Church 'A Great Man' Cardinal O'Connor's was a life of service to God's Church and his people 'He Hasn't Left' Memories of a 'great man' and solemn rites mark Funeral Mass Everyone's Cardinal New Yorkers are saddened by the death of a spiritual leader they loved 'Please Tell the People This' Cardinal's niece shares family memories and a message he gave her 'Made You Feel Special' The McDonalds remember their 'family priest' in good times and bad Prayers for a Friend Missionaries of Charity remember cardinal who loved Mother Teresa Meeting the Press To reporters and commentators, the cardinal was good copy--and a good friend   Stories from the Jan. 20 Issue 'Man of Mission' Sunday Mass a birthday tribute to cardinal for his leadership during 16 years Clergy Tribute Cardinal gives firmest hint on retirement to his priests 'The' New York Priest Affectionate Waldorf birthday party salutes cardinal's legacy of charity A Greeting From Pope John Paul II To my dear Brother, Cardinal John J. O'Connor, Archbishop of New York... 'A Good Shepherd' Vatican nuncio gives tribute to Cardinal O'Connor at cathedral   Stories from the Jan. 13 Special Issue 'A Great Ride' Cardinal O'Connor, a tireless leader, a giant intellect, a loving pastor Communicator His CNY columns, cathedral homilies have sparked controversy, touched lives Airborne Cardinal carried diplomatic skills, pastoral concern around the world 'He Loves Them' Cardinal's rapport with disabled persons has led to greater acceptance 'Here to Serve' Cardinal has left no stone unturned in efforts to keep schools open 'Yo Quiero' Cardinal has led outreach, advocacy and welcome to immigrants Son of Ireland Cardinal has worked for peace, reminded Irish-Americans of immigrant roots 'No Greater Friend' The Jewish community loves him for increasing interfaith understanding 'I Love Being a Priest' He's promoted vocations, supported clergy, to share his joy in priesthood Cardinal Has Taken Strong Stands Against Racism Because of his conviction that every person is created in the image and likeness of God, Cardinal O'Connor has taken stands against racism that are as strong as his outspokenness against abortion. Religious Life In cardinal's view, the archdiocese would be 'poverty stricken' without it Rome Tie With the pope, a relationship of respect and affection has spanned the years Cardinal Has Appointed Many Women to Key Posts One of the hallmarks of Cardinal O'Connor's episcopacy has been his appointment of lay women to high-level posts in the archdiocesan structure. Like a Father A superstar to kids, he's advised, inspired, listened and loved them   Commentary Even as Bishop O'Connor, He Provided Good Copy for CNY As Catholic New York's editor in chief for 10 years before stepping down in 1991, I had the opportunity to travel to many corners of the globe with Cardinal O'Connor. Only in New York 'His Eminence and Hizzoner' quickly became good friends A Way to Live It has been our family's tradition to go to Midnight Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral for 13 years. I could say it is a routine for us. But this year we felt a sense of dread of what we might see in the cardinal's current state of health. Police Commissioner Offers Tribute to 'Our Friend' On the occasion of his 80th birthday, I would like to share a few thoughts on what our friend, His Eminence John Cardinal O'Connor, means to me and to the New York City Police Department. Return to Cardinal O'Connor Archives