It is with great sadness that Sunshine
Cathedral announces the departure of John J. McNeill from this experience of
life to the next. Father John made his transition Tuesday night.
A Jesuit, a scholar, an activist, a
prophet who proclaimed God's unconditional love for LBGT people, Rev Dr John
McNeill touched countless lives and inspired many ministries. He was a blessing
to this world for 90 years and he will be missed. We extend love to his
faithful spouse Charlie and to all who counted Father John a friend or mentor.
A courageous and indefatigable laborer in God's vineyard,
Father John challenged Catholic hierarchy and cultural homophobia while
affirming the goodness of human bodies, relationships, and sexuality. He was a
hero and his memory will bless all who hold it.
McNeill's
books:
The Church
& the Homosexual
Taking a
Chance on God
Freedom,
Glorious Freedom
Both Feet
Planted Firmly in Midair
Sex As God Intended
Father
John's Documentary:
Taking a
Chance on God
Work
included:
Serving in
WWII (POW)
Earning a
PhD from Catholic University of Louvain
Serving as a
psycho-therapist
Teaching at
LeMoyne College, Fordham University, Woodstock Seminary, and Union Theological
Seminary
Co-founding
the NYC chapter of "Dignity" (an organization for LBGT Catholics)
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