Fernando Arêas Rifan
Bishop with Vatican II involvement

Born
October 25th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Brazil
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Born in Brazil, served as a bishop within the Traditionalist Catholic community. Focused on preserving the teachings and practices of the Church as established prior to the Second Vatican Council. Participated actively in the Latin Mass and promoted its significance within the Catholic tradition. Engaged in various ecclesiastical roles, leading a diocese and overseeing the spiritual needs of his congregation.
Ordained as a bishop in the Catholic Church
Advocated for the Latin Mass
Provided pastoral care to traditionalist communities
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