John Dearden | |
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| Cardinal, Archbishop Emeritus of Detroit | |
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| Church | Roman Catholic Church |
| See | Detroit |
| Installed | December 18, 1958 |
| Term ended | July 15, 1980 |
| Predecessor | Edward Mooney |
| Successor | Edmund Szoka |
| Other post(s) | Cardinal-Priest of San Pio X alla Balduina |
| Previous post(s) | Bishop of Pittsburgh (1950–1958) |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | December 8, 1932 by Francesco Marchetti Selvaggiani |
| Consecration | May 18, 1948 by Amleto Giovanni Cicognani |
| Created cardinal | April 28, 1969 by Paul VI |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 15, 1907 |
| Died | August 1, 1988 (aged 80) Southfield, Michigan |
| Motto | SERVIO IN EVANGELIO (SERVE THE GOSPEL) |
| Coat of arms | |
John Francis Dearden (October 15, 1907 – August 1, 1988) was an American Catholic prelate who served as Archbishop of Detroit from 1958 to 1980, and was created a cardinal in 1969. He previously served as Bishop of Pittsburgh from 1950 to 1958. During his tenure in Pittsburgh, Dearden earned the nickname "Iron John" for his stern manner of administration.
In Detroit, Dearden was active in community causes, supporting equal employment opportunities and better racial relations in the city. He played an influential role at the Second Vatican Council. Dearden also served as the first president of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops.