Alojz Uran

Slovenian archbishop and church leader

Alojz Uran - Slovenian archbishop and church leader
Born

January 22nd, 1945
80 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Slovenia

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Born in 1945, an influential Slovenian archbishop served in various ecclesiastical roles within the Roman Catholic Church. Ordained as a priest in 1972, held numerous positions within the Slovenian church hierarchy. Played a significant role in the revitalization of the church in Slovenia following the fall of communism. Contributed to ecumenical dialogue and addressed social issues within the community. In 2008, appointed as the Archbishop of Ljubljana, overseeing the spiritual and administrative areas of the archdiocese.

Ordained as Archbishop of Ljubljana in 2008

Participated in ecumenical dialogues

Revitalized the Slovenian church post-communism

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