Franz Jáchym

Austrian Roman Catholic archbishop

Franz Jáchym - Austrian Roman Catholic archbishop
Born

September 3rd, 1910
114 years ago

Died

1984
41 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

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Born in 1910, served as a Roman Catholic archbishop in Austria. Contributed to the church's activities both locally and internationally. Played a significant role in church administration and pastoral care during his tenure, guiding the faithful and providing spiritual leadership. Engaged in various ecumenical dialogues and fostered relations within the Catholic community. Actively participated in church governance and was involved in major ecclesiastical decisions.

Served as archbishop of Vienna

Participated in Vatican II

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