Sydney's Pell made prince of church: [1 All-round Country Edition]
Stapleton, John. The Australian [Canberra, A.C.T] 29 Sep 2003: 3.
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"As Archbishop of Sydney my appointment also recognises the contribution of the Catholic community to Australian life. I will continue working to maintain and deepen this tradition of service."
ARCHBISHOP of Sydney George Pell last night became only the seventh Australian to be made a cardinal.
Dr Pell said the appointment was a signal honour.
"The Ancient College of Cardinals reflects the unity and universality of the Catholic church, both wonderful blessings," he said.
"As Archbishop of Sydney my appointment also recognises the contribution of the Catholic community to Australian life. I will continue working to maintain and deepen this tradition of service." Dr Pell was one of 30 new cardinals named by the Pope last night. He also designated a 31st cardinal but did not name him.
The group will be elevated at a consistory on October 21, coinciding with the celebrations marking John Paul's 25th anniversary as pope.
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Dr Pell said the appointment was a signal honour.
"The Ancient College of Cardinals reflects the unity and universality of the Catholic church, both wonderful blessings," he said.
"As Archbishop of Sydney my appointment also recognises the contribution of the Catholic community to Australian life. I will continue working to maintain and deepen this tradition of service." Dr Pell was one of 30 new cardinals named by the Pope last night. He also designated a 31st cardinal but did not name him.
The group will be elevated at a consistory on October 21, coinciding with the celebrations marking John Paul's 25th anniversary as pope.
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