Pope accepts Connell resignation

The Pope has accepted the resignation of Cardinal Desmond Connell from his role as Archbishop of Dublin.

Pope accepts Connell resignation

The Pope has accepted the resignation of Cardinal Desmond Connell from his role as Archbishop of Dublin.

The move was announced by the Vatican today. Cardinal Connell tendered his resignation on his 75th birthday in March 2001 in accordance with Canon Law.

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