Cardinal Dulles’ career in education and theology gave him the reputation as a champion of orthodox Catholic teaching in an age where reform and theological liberalism was on the rise. He was especially regarded as an expert on Vatican II, defending the work of the council with respect to reinterpretation by those who desired to loosen the theological moorings of the Church. He consistently defended the pope and the Catholic Church against cultural demands and societal pressures regarding abortion, artificial birth control, priestly celibacy, the ordination of women and other issues.The theologian was highly regarded, even by his most ardent adversaries. They described him as one who set a high standard for theological rigor and fairness. During his vast career, Cardinal Dulles was an advisor to the Vatican as well as the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.
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