Archdiocese of Chicago Archives & Records Center Page 1 Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photograph Collection Classification History Records - Finding Aid Owner Location Joseph Bernardin Begin Date 1/1/1931 End Date 12/31/1996 Bulk Dates (yyyy-yyyy) 1982-1996 Processor(s) Adams, Caitlin; Malmberg, Laura Date Created 10/3/2011 at 10:20 AM Accession Number 0 Number of Boxes 23 Security Unrestricted Access, Archives Copyright Notice no restrictions Collection Language(s) English Biographical/Administrative History Joseph Louis Bernardin was born on April 2, 1928 in Columbia, South Carolina, to Joseph and Maria Bernardin, recent Italian immigrants. Joseph’s father passed away when he was six years old, and his mother worked as a seamstress to support him and younger sister, Elaine. Joseph Bernardin enrolled in the Pre-Medical program at the University of South Carolina, but transferred to Saint Mary Seminary in Baltimore one year later after deciding on a life in the priesthood. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy in 1948 and enrolled at The Catholic University of America to complete his theological studies. Joseph Bernardin was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Charleston at St. Joseph Church in Columbia, South Carolina on April 26, 1952. During his fourteen-year tenure at the Diocese of Charleston, Reverend Bernardin served under four bishops in capacities including chancellor, vicar general, diocesan counselor, and diocesan administrator. In 1959, Pope John XXIII named Bernardin a Papal Chamberlain, and in 1966, Pope Paul VI appointed Monsignor Bernardin an Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, making Bernardin the youngest bishop in the United States. From 1966 to 1968, Bernardin served as the pastor of the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta, working under his mentor, Archbishop Paul Hallinan. Bishop Joseph Bernardin continued to serve the Church from 1968 through 1972, as the first General Secretary of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops/United States Catholic Conference (NCCB/USCC). On November 21, 1972, Bishop Bernardin was appointed Archbishop of Cincinnati by Pope Paul VI and was installed less than a month later in a ceremony at the Cathedral of Saint Peter in Chains. During his ten-year tenure as the Archbishop of Cincinnati, Bernardin was named to the Sacred Congregation of Bishops, was elected to the permanent council of the World Synod of Bishops, served as president of the NCCB/USCC, worked to improve relations between Catholics and Jews, strove for better understanding between the Catholic Church and Protestant denominations, and made pastoral visits to both Poland and Hungary. Following the death of John Cardinal Cody of Chicago, Pope John Paul II appointed Archbishop Bernardin to the Archdiocese of Chicago. On August 25, 1982, Bernardin was installed the Archbishop of Chicago with a week-long schedule of events, including the installation at Holy Name Cathedral and an outdoor mass and picnic at Grant Park. During the Consistory of February 2, 1983, he was elevated to the College of Cardinals by Pope John Paul II. He was given to La Perrocchia di Gesú Divino Lavoratore (The Church of Jesus the Divine Worker) as his titular church. Joseph Cardinal Bernardin worked diligently on issues involving nuclear morality, interfaith dialogue, and social justice in a changing world. Beginning in 1983, Cardinal Bernardin called for a "consistent ethic of life" when it came to issues like abortion, euthanasia, modern warfare, or capital punishment. In Chicago, his dedication to interfaith understanding led to the formation of the Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago in 1985. Cardinal Bernardin also adapted a strong stance on sexual abuse cases within the clergy by implementing the strongest, most comprehensive policy concerning priests accused of sexual misconduct with minors. During his time in Chicago, Cardinal Bernardin also traveled frequently, making visits to Israel, Italy, Mexico, Philippines, and Ukraine. To recognize his pastoral work, statements, and publications, Cardinal Bernardin received honorary doctorates from many universities in the United States and in Europe. He also received numerous awards from Catholic and Chicago-based organizations. In a September 1996 ceremony at the White House, id ill Cli d d h C di l di h id i l d l f d h hi h i ili h b d Page 2 individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities and the nation. In June of 1995, following a string of international visits and pilgrimages, Cardinal Bernardin underwent surgery for pancreatic cancer. He soon began ministering to those with cancer in addition to his other roles. On September 23, 1996, Cardinal Bernardin traveled to Rome to visit with Pope John Paul II in order to make his funerary arrangements. Upon his return to Chicago, Bernardin arranged for the care for his mother after his death and the distribution of his personal possessions. It was then that Cardinal Bernardin arranged for his personal papers and administrative files to be transported from the Residence and Pastoral Center to the Archdiocese of Chicago’s Archives and Records Center. On November 14, 1996, Joseph Cardinal Bernardin died at the age of sixty-eight. Provenance Accruals Accession # 199730302: Received from Fr. Thomas Papniowchi on 10/28/1997. Tonadico, Northern Italy, "In Remembrance of Card. Bernardin" 4 photographs. Accession # 199834802-199834804: Received from Joe Loughlin on 12/14/1998. Includes photographs of Cardinal Bernardin's funeral, Archbishop George's installation, Bishop Goedert's installation, and the Liturgy by the Lake. This accession includes both photographs and negatives. Separations Scope & Content The records in this series comprise 19 full letter-sized archival boxes, 1 half letter-sized archival box, and 3 oversized archival boxes totaling around 7 cubic feet. The series is made up entirely of photographic materials, including snapshots, portraits, slides, and negatives. The collection is arranged topically according to the Getty Art and Architecture Thesaurus Hierarchies and then chronologically within each folder. Series Description Contacts Bernardin, Joseph (Cardinal) (Client) Box List Box Record Number HIST/P2900/495 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1982 End Date 12/31/1983 DB Box Number 43822.01 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/496 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1983 End Date 9/23/1994 DB Box Number 43822.02 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/497 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1986 End Date 5/8/1996 DB Box Number 43822.03 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/498 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 5/12/1974 End Date 12/31/1996 DB Box Number 43822.04 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/499 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1971 End Date 12/31/1996 DB Box Number 43822.05 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/500 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1960 End Date 12/31/1992 DB Box Number 43822.06 Page 3 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/501 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1977 End Date 12/31/1996 DB Box Number 43822.07 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/502 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1966 End Date 2/8/1997 DB Box Number 43822.08 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/503 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1965 End Date 12/31/1994 DB Box Number 43823.01 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/504 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 9/1/1977 End Date 3/29/1995 DB Box Number 43823.02 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/505 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1960 End Date 12/31/1999 DB Box Number 43823.03 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/506 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 3/12/1992 End Date 8/14/1992 DB Box Number 43823.04 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/507 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 5/1/1976 End Date 3/22/1992 DB Box Number 43823.05 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/508 Classification History Records - Photographic Materials Title (Free Text Part) Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Photographic Collection - Events Begin Date 1/1/1975 End Date 12/31/1993 DB Box Number 43823.06 Box Record Number HIST/P2900/509