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Cardinal Francis George Marks 50 Years as a Catholic Priest

Leader of the Chicago Archdiocese reflects on his life and his service to the church.

Cardinal Francis George has been a priest in the Catholic church for 50 years. The anniversary of his ordination is Saturday, Dec. 21. 

Did you know:

  • He first felt called to serve the church at the age of 8
  • He was afflicted with polio as a child
  • Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary wouldn't accept him
  • Pope John Paul II elevated him to cardinal
  • He's published two books
For more perspective, read an appreciation of Cardinal George in the National Catholic Reporter.

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