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Cardinal Radcliffe reflects on synod during parish event

Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe joined parishioners and guests at Old St. Patrick’s Church for an evening of inspiration and reflection on Jan. 23, 2025. Cardinal Radcliffe, former master of the Dominican order, preached retreats before both of the sessions of the synod at the Vatican, and was made a cardinal in December 2024. He spoke on “The Synod: Healing for a Polarized World.” This event marked his only Midwest area, offering Chicagoans a unique opportunity to hear his timely message of hope, faith and unity. Following his talk, attendees had the chance to participate in a Q & A session. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Franciscan Father Ed Shea greets those attending the talk before it starts. Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe joined parishioners and guests at Old St. Patrick’s Church for an evening of inspiration and reflection on Jan. 23, 2025. Cardinal Radcliffe, former master of the Dominican order, preached retreats before both of the sessions of the synod at the Vatican, and was made a cardinal in December 2024. He spoke on “The Synod: Healing for a Polarized World.” This event marked his only Midwest area, offering Chicagoans a unique opportunity to hear his timely message of hope, faith and unity. Following his talk, attendees had the chance to participate in a Q & A session. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Participants sing during the opening of the event. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Jesuit Father Pat McGrath, pastor of Old St. Patrick Parish, introduces Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe speaks to the gathering. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe speaks to the gathering. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Attendees react to a comment by Cardinal Radcliffe. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Cardinal Radcliffe listens to questions given by participants at the end of the event. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

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