Murphy-O'Connor

British

/ ˈmɜːfɪəʊˈkɒnə /

noun

Cormac. born 1932, British cardinal, Archbishop of Westminster (2000–09)

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The funeral of the former Archbishop of Westminster, Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, has been held at Westminster Cathedral.

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Cardinal Murphy-O'Connor died on 1 September at the age of 85.

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The Cardinal's nephew, Patrick Murphy-O'Connor, paid tribute to his uncle's devotion to his family, for whom "he would do anything".

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Cormac Murphy-O'Connor served in holy orders for more than six decades.

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Murphy-O'Connor was appointed as Bishop of Arundel and Brighton in 1977 where his theologically orthodox and pastorally engaged ministry was well received.

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