Gulstan Ropert
Bishop and missionary in the USA
Born
August 30th, 1839
186 years ago
Died
1903
122 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Born in 1839, a French-American bishop and missionary contributed to the spread of Christianity in the United States. Engaged in missionary work, established churches, and worked to nurture the faith among immigrant communities. Played a significant role in the Catholic Church's outreach within the socio-political context of 19th-century America, focusing on service and community involvement. Actively involved in various diocesan activities and contributed to the religious life of local communities throughout his ministry.
Established multiple Catholic churches
Served as a bishop in the United States
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