Robert Sarah
Guinean cardinal and Church official
Born
June 15th, 1945
79 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Guinea
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Born in Guinea in 1945, this Catholic cardinal served in various significant roles within the Church. Responsibilities included serving as the Archbishop of Conakry and later as the Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments at the Vatican. Contributions included emphasis on liturgical practices and the promotion of the faith across Africa. Authored books addressing the spiritual life and Church teachings, most notably 'God or Nothing'.
Served as Archbishop of Conakry
Held position as Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship
Authored 'God or Nothing'
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