Józef Glemp
Polish Cardinal and Church leader
Born
December 18th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
January 23rd, 2013
12 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Poland
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Served as the Primate of Poland from 1981 to 2009. Played a significant role during the transition of Poland from communism to democracy. Participated in the 1980 World Synod of Bishops and was influential in Polish Catholicism. Engaged in ecumenical dialogue with other Christian denominations and took part in the establishment of the Polish bishops' conference.
Primate of Poland from 1981 to 2009
Member of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith
Contributed to ecumenical efforts in Poland
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