Philip Tartaglia

Scottish Archbishop of Glasgow

Philip Tartaglia - Scottish Archbishop of Glasgow
Born

January 11th, 1951
74 years ago

Died

January 13th, 2020
5 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Scotland

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Served as the Archbishop of Glasgow from 2012 until death in 2021. Played a significant role in the Catholic Church in Scotland, overseeing various initiatives and responding to contemporary social issues. Engaged in interfaith dialogue and represented the Church on numerous occasions. Ordained as a priest in 1975, he later held the position of Bishop of Paisley from 2005 to 2012 before becoming Archbishop. Contributed to the Church's teachings and pastoral care during a period of significant change within society.

Served as Archbishop of Glasgow

Bishop of Paisley from 2005 to 2012

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