Theodore Edgar McCarrick
American cardinal of the Catholic Church
Born
July 7th, 1930
94 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Ordained as a priest in 1958, served in various roles within the Catholic Church, including Auxiliary Bishop of New York and Archbishop of Washington. Elevated to the cardinalate in 2001, engaged in significant ecclesiastical initiatives and interfaith dialogues. Resigned in 2018 following allegations of sexual misconduct, marking a notable conclusion to a long ecclesiastical career.
Served as Archbishop of Washington
Became a cardinal in 2001
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