Luigi Poggi

Cardinal of the Catholic Church

Luigi Poggi - Cardinal of the Catholic Church
Born

November 25th, 1917
107 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Ordained as a priest in 1941 and later appointed as a cardinal, held key positions within the Catholic Church. Contributed to various councils and committees, including the Congregation for the Clergy. Participated in the papal conclave that elected Pope John Paul II in 1978.

Served as a cardinal in the Catholic Church

Held leadership roles in the Congregation for the Clergy

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