Avery Robert Dulles, SJ: Jesuit, priest, theologian, cardinal & a wonderful person

 
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Avery Robert Cardinal Dulles, S.J.

(1918-2008)

Requiescat in pace

 

Cardinal Deacon of the Church of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary on via Lata

 

In his own words, a small portion of Cardinal Dulles’ legacy is found here.

An extensive archive of Dulles’ thinking can be read at First Things, his journal of choice.

An appreciative essay by George Weigel.

The Fordham University tribute.

Fr. James Martin of America magazine has an essay about his friendship with the Cardinal.

The NY Times obit.

The Wiki article on the Cardinal.

 

Funeral plans:

In accordance with the traditions of the Church, the Cardinal’s death will be marked by the celebration of three Masses:

Tuesday evening 16 December at 7:30 p.m. in the University Church
Wednesday evening
17 December at 7:30 p.m. in the University Church
Thursday afternoon
18 December at 2 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Cathedral

The members of the University family are invited to join the Jesuit Community at each of these Masses.

In addition, the Cardinal’s family will receive visitors in the University Church on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 2 to 5 p.m.