Cardinal John O'Connor
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About
Powerful leader of Catholic Church who was the Archbishop of New York from 1984 to 2000.
Before Fame
He was a Korean War chaplain who would enter combat zones to say Mass and last rites for soldiers.
Trivia
He opposed condom distribution as an AIDS-prevention measure, viewing it as being contrary to the Church's teaching.
Family Life
John's parents were named Dorothy and Thomas, he had four siblings.
Associated With
He was titled as Bishop of Scranton on May 6, 1983 by John Paul II.
