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Gentle Eminence

by (author) Wallace Platt

Publisher
McGill-Queen's University Press
Initial publish date
Aug 1999
Category
Catholic
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9780773518469
    Publish Date
    Aug 1999
    List Price
    $95.00

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His appointment as archbishop coincided with the Second Vatican Council (1962-65). Inspired by the Vatican sessions he attended, he strove for the spiritual renewal of the people of his diocese, becoming a clear and constant voice of the Church in Canada and beyond. Open to new things but respectful of the old, he spoke up for the rights of women and the importance of the laity in the Church. His ecumenical leadership in Manitoba was outstanding. Ultimately a cardinal and elector of two popes, George Flahiff stands out among bishops because he defied stereotypes, preferring buses to limousines, "George" to "Eminence," and friendship to privilege. Never seeking greatness in any way but ever obedient to his calling, he rose to the highest ranks in the Church, accepting each new position with faith and humility.

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Editorial Reviews

"well written and engaging ... [Platt] evokes time and place, from small-town Ontario to Rome, very effectively." Terry Murphy, Dean of Arts, Memorial University.