Jovan Pavlović
Serbian Metropolitan of the Orthodox Church
Born
October 22nd, 1936
89 years ago
Died
April 3rd, 2014
11 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Serbia
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Served as a metropolitan in the Serbian Orthodox Church, contributing to the spiritual and administrative aspects of the church. Played a pivotal role in ecclesiastical matters within the Serbian Orthodox community. Oversaw the religious needs of the faithful and participated in various church councils and discussions. Established initiatives to strengthen faith and community ties.
Served as Metropolitan of the Serbian Orthodox Church
Contributed to church administration and governance
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