Ernest Bertrand Boland

Roman Catholic bishop of the USA

Ernest Bertrand Boland - Roman Catholic bishop of the USA
Born

July 10th, 1925
100 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Ordained as a priest in 1951, served in various parishes before being appointed as an auxiliary bishop in 1989. Led the Archdiocese of Newark as Bishop from 1994 until retirement in 2001. Contributed to numerous theological discussions and supported various initiatives within the church structure during tenure.

Served as Bishop of Newark from 1994 to 2001

Appointed as auxiliary bishop in 1989

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