Christoph Schönborn

Austrian Cardinal and theologian

Christoph Schönborn - Austrian Cardinal and theologian
Born

January 22nd, 1945
80 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

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Held the position of Archbishop of Vienna since 1995. Actively participated in the Second Vatican Council and contributed to various Church documents. Engaged in theological discussions and represented the Catholic Church in multiple international forums. Promoted interfaith dialogue and addressed contemporary social issues through public statements and writings.

Served as Archbishop of Vienna

Participated in the Second Vatican Council

Contributed to Church documents

Promoted interfaith dialogue

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