Franciszek Macharski

Polish Cardinal and Church leader

Franciszek Macharski - Polish Cardinal and Church leader
Born

May 20th, 1927
98 years ago

Died

August 2nd, 2016
9 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Poland

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Served as a prominent figure within the Catholic Church in Poland. Appointed as the Archbishop of Kraków, holding this position from 1978 to 2002. Guided the archdiocese during significant historical changes in Poland, including the fall of communism. Played a key role in the establishment of the University of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński in Warsaw and oversaw extensive renovations of important church sites.

Served as Archbishop of Kraków

Participated in multiple ecumenical dialogues

Promoted the Catholic Church's role in society

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