Arthur Roche
English Archbishop of Westminster
Born
March 6th, 1950
75 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Became the Archbishop of Westminster in 2021 after serving as the Bishop of Leeds from 2012. Played a significant role in various ecclesiastical functions and served in the Vatican's Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments. Advocated for a range of social issues, focusing on the Church's role in addressing contemporary challenges within society.
Served as the Bishop of Leeds from 2012 to 2021
Appointed Archbishop of Westminster in 2021
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