"Many other catechists recalled that Bishop Stuart always had a welcoming approach. He trusted his people. He was humble — he was down to earth. Many of them saw him as a father or a grandfather. And he certainly was... very optimistic."
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Paul Donoghue, Bishop O’Connell – approachable and encouraging (23 September 2019) New Zeland Catholic
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Stuart France O'Connell
Stuart France O'Connell (11 May 1935 – 2 August 2019) was a prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the bishop of the Diocese of Rarotonga.
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