Apr 17, 2008 Le cardinal Sean évoque le don du ministère de Benoît XVI
Le 17 avril 2008 - E.S.M. - Message du cardinal Sean à l'adresse de ses paroissiens : "j'ai écrit une lettre à lire dans toutes les paroisses, invitant nos personnes à réfléchir sur l'importance de ce moment et à réaliser le grand don que le ministère du pape Benoît XVI signifie dans notre église, le ministère de l'unité et de notre catholicité."
Apr 16, 2008 Pédophilie : l'archevêque de Boston nous répond
Rome, le 16 avril 2008 - E.S.M. - Le cardinal O'Malley a modifié le mode de gouvernement du diocèse, en faillite après la déplorable gestion de la crise des prêtres pédophiles. Toutefois, il existe une tension entre le communautarisme des uns et le sens de la communion des autres dans une société américaine qui cultive l'individualisme.
Nov 16, 2007 U.S. cardinal draws line with Democratic party
Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley of Boston, saying the Democratic Party has been persistently hostile to opponents of abortion rights, asserted yesterday that the support of many Catholics for Democratic candidates "borders on scandal."
Jun 30, 2007 Post Secreto
Until its formal announcement on Thursday, the Wednesday briefing on the motu proprio was called and held "sub secreto" -- i.e. under the pontifical secret.
Jun 27, 2007 Vocation of marriage vocation is in crisis
The vocation of marriage is in crisis, said a U.S. cardinal in launching a major campaign to promote it as an institution in society.
Jun 10, 2007 Cardinal invites pope to Boston to help heal scandal wounds
Cardinal Sean O'Malley of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston has invited Pope Benedict XVI to visit the city during the pontiff's planned U.S. trip next year, a gesture O'Malley believes would help mend wounds from the clergy sexual abuse crisis.
Jun 03, 2007 Cardinal O’Malley invites pope to Boston
Cardinal Sean O’Malley is hoping for a special guest next year to help the city celebrate the bicentennial of the Boston Archdiocese: Pope Benedict XVI.
Mar 30, 2007 Cardinal briefs deacons on initiatives at convocation
Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley updated permanent deacons on his plans for three major initiatives in the archdiocese in the coming year at their annual convocation held March 24 at St. John’s Seminary.
Mar 17, 2007 U.S. needs 'more humane' policy on immigration
After federal immigration officials spirited away to Texas nearly half of the 327 people arrested in a March 6 raid on a New Bedford handbag and backpack factory, Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley of Boston called for "some kind of comprehensive immigration reform."
Dec 23, 2006 Cardinal’s Christmas Message
Only a couple of days until Christmas, we all ask ourselves: “Is there anyone I forgot?” We want to give gifts to family, friends and loved ones as well as to those whose kindness and service we appreciate.
Dec 21, 2006 Boston cardinal reaches flock with podcasts
Boston's Cardinal Sean O’Malley is going high-tech. He already has his own blog and now he plans to start podcasting to the masses, beginning with downloadable Christmas messages.
Oct 13, 2006 Cardinal to continue blogging experience
In what was expected to be the last installment his online venture Oct. 1, the cardinal announced that he intends to continue the effort on a weekly basis.
Oct 06, 2006 Prayer, charity and the joy of forgiveness
This is the prepared text of the homily delivered by Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley at the St. Padre Pio anniversary Mass that took place Sept. 23 2006 at St. Giovanni Rotondo, Italy. The cardinal delivered the homily in Italian.
Sept 25, 2006 Boston cardinal starts new Vatican blog
Looking to marry the Roman Catholic Church's 2,000-year-history with the modern world's technological bent, Boston's Cardinal Sean O'Malley on Thursday became the first U.S. cardinal to launch a blog.
Jul 01, 2006 Cardinal, governor join to urge Massachusetts vote on marriage amendment
Boston's Cardinal Sean O'Malley joined with Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney and local pro-family leaders in a June 28 press conference urging state legislators to allow a "fair vote" on a bid to amend the state constitution to protect marriage.
Jun 18, 2006 Cardinal O'Malley Statement On Fall River Fire
The following is a statement by Boston Archbishop Cardinal O'Malley on the Fall River Fire. O'Malley was the former Bishop of Fall River.
Jun 05, 2006 Cardinal apologizes for clergy sex abuse
To the many victims of sexual abuse perpetrated by Catholic priests, Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley last night stepped down from his lofty perch at the top of the Boston archdiocese to offer something they have been waiting so long to hear: an apology.
May 27, 2006 Statement from Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley
In late April, Cardinal Sean O'Malley was first notified of complaints that had been made by two female employees at Caritas Christi that Dr. Robert Haddad , President and CEO of Caritas Christi, had engaged in conduct consisting of kissing or hugging of employees. This conduct was alleged to have occurred on hospital property in public and in private.
May 25, 2006 Cardinal addresses Jewish community
Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley made his first address to the Boston Jewish community May 10 at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center to mark the 40th anniversary of “Nostra Aetate,” the Church’s declaration on its relationship with other religions.
Apr 30, 2006 Edited transcript of Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley's Q&A
Transcript of Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley's question-and-answer session with Globe journalists, including opinion columnists, editorial writers, reporters, and editors, on Thursday at the Globe offices.
Apr 27, 2006 Boston Archdiocese in 'dire' financial shape, says Cardinal O'Malley
Boston Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley called the archdiocesan financial condition "dire" April 19 as he unveiled audited disclosure reports showing a $46 million deficit for the 18-month period ending June 30, 2005.
Apr 27, 2006 Be courageous shepherds
Calling on the priests of the archdiocese to renew their dedication to their people with the greatest commitment they can muster, Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston encouraged the men to be true fathers and shepherds.
Apr 27, 2006 Cardinal turns down requests for Mass at closed parishes
Cardinal Sean O'Malley has rejected requests for priests to say Mass during Holy Week at closed parishes where church members have been maintaining prayer vigils.
Apr 27, 2006 Cardinal selects Air Force chaplain for No. 2 post
The early 20th century American author Thomas Wolfe wrote a book titled "You Can't Go Home Again" and it's now become a mythical fact of life.
Apr 24, 2006 Cardinal celebrates first public Mass in Boston
St. Theresa of Avila Parish was abuzz with excitement and anticipation April 1 as parishioners and guests awaited the arrival of Boston’s new cardinal, Seán P. O’Malley.
Apr 05, 2006 O'Malley celebrates first Mass as cardinal
Cardinal Sean O'Malley, in celebrating his first Mass since being elevated into the upper echelons of the Roman Catholic Church's hierarchy, showed that he remains a humble man.
Apr 05, 2006 Church ties cardinal to Rome
Until 1150, the pastors of Rome elected the pope from among their ranks. Tying them to that tradition and the diocese of the pope, modern cardinals receive honorary title to a Roman church.
An exterior view of Cardinal O’Malley’s titular church in Rome, St. Mary of the Victory. Pilot photo by Gregory L. Tracy
Apr 03, 2006 Friends, family join cardinal for first public Mass
Over 500 friends and family joined Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley in the main chapel in the Pontifical North American College on March 26 to witness him celebrate his first public Mass since his elevation to cardinal.
Apr 03, 2006 Order of Malta holds reception for new cardinal
Boston Knights and Dames of the Order of Malta who had traveled to Rome to attend the consistory greeted their new cardinal at an open-air reception held in his honor March 26.
Apr 02, 2006 Cardinal-designate speaks on Lent, consistory
Cardinal-designate Seán P. O’Malley led the media on a tour of the “Ponte degli Angeli,” or Bridge of the Angels, March 22, two days before being elevated to the position of cardinal.
Mar 30, 2006 In Rome, media finds Boston cardinal wields wicked sense of humor
Always looking for the big scoop, television and print media made a surprising discovery when they covered Boston Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley receiving his red hat in a March 24 consistory at the Vatican.
Mar 26, 2006 A Globe conversation with Archbishop O'Malley
Archbishop Sean P. O'Malley of Boston sat down on Wednesday afternoon for an interview with Boston Globe religion reporter Michael Paulson about the state of the archdiocese and the implications of O'Malley's elevation to cardinal.
Mar 26, 2006 O'Malley At The Vatican For Cardinal Ceremony
As Archbishop Sean O'Malley departed for the Vatican at Logan Airport Saturday night. The normally serious archbishop of Boston seemed quite happy and even joked with reporters.
Mar 24, 2006 A Globe conversation with Archbishop O'Malley
Archbishop Sean P. O'Malley of Boston sat down on Wednesday afternoon for an interview with Boston Globe religion reporter Michael Paulson about the state of the archdiocese and the implications of O'Malley's elevation to cardinal.
Mar 24, 2006 O'Malley At The Vatican For Cardinal Ceremony
As Archbishop Sean O'Malley departed for the Vatican at Logan Airport Saturday night. The normally serious archbishop of Boston seemed quite happy and even joked with reporters.
Mar 22, 2006 Sie freut sich auch
Ein Erzbischof, den Papst Benedikt XVI. kürzlich zum Kardinal ernannt hat, wird zum nächsten Konsistorium auch seine Stiefmutter mitbringen.
Mar 20, 2006 Romney to attend O'Malley's elevation to cardinal
Gov. Mitt Romney, who this week filed a bill that would allow a Catholic social service agency to deny adoptions to gay couples, will fly to Rome next week to attend Archbishop Sean O'Malley's elevation to cardinal at the Vatican.
Mar 11, 2006 Cardinal-designate O’Malley’s mother ‘elated’ by news
(The Pilot, March 3, 2006) BOSTON — Cardinal-designate Seán P. O’Malley’s mother said she was “elated” and “surprised” by the news of her son’s elevation to cardinal. Claire O’Malley, who lives in Deerfield Beach, Fla., received a call from a priest of the Archdiocese of Boston early in the morning on Feb. 22, thinking that he was calling to congratulate her on buying a new car.
Feb 24, 2006 Boston's new cardinal: a Capuchin priest called in as troubleshooter
When Archbishop -- now Cardinal-designate -- Sean P. O'Malley flew in to Boston less than three years ago on his first visit to his new archdiocese, he wore the standard brown habit and sandals of his religious order, the Capuchin Franciscans.
Nov 05, 2005 O'Malley meets with pontiff in Rome, bids to change aides
Archbishop Sean P. O'Malley is in Rome to talk with Pope Benedict XVI and top officials of the Catholic Church about replacing elderly auxiliary bishops of the Archdiocese of Boston and to consult on other, unspecified issues, according to a spokesman.