John Cody
American cardinal of the Catholic Church
Born
1907
118 years ago
Died
April 25th, 1982
43 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Cody served as the Archbishop of Chicago from 1965 until his death in 1982. He was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, overseeing significant developments in the archdiocese during a time of social change. Cody played a key role in the implementation of reforms following the Second Vatican Council, addressing various issues within the church. His tenure coincided with the growing involvement of the Church in social justice issues, and he worked to modernize the Church's approach to contemporary moral questions. Cody's leadership style and decisions garnered both support and criticism during his years in office.
Archbishop of Chicago from 1965
Influence on Second Vatican Council reforms
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