Amancio Escapa Aparicio facts for kids
Amancio Escapa Aparicio (born March 30, 1938 – died May 5, 2017) was an important leader in the Roman Catholic faith. He was a bishop, which is a high-ranking position in the church. Bishop Escapa Aparicio was born in León, Spain. He spent many years serving the church, especially in the Dominican Republic.
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Who Was Amancio Escapa Aparicio?
Amancio Escapa Aparicio dedicated his life to serving God and the Catholic Church. He was born in Spain and later moved to the Dominican Republic, where he became a well-known religious figure.
Early Life and Becoming a Priest
Amancio Escapa Aparicio was born on March 30, 1938, in a city called León in Spain. When he was older, he decided to become a priest. He studied hard and was ordained, meaning he officially became a priest, in 1962. This was an important step in his journey of faith.
Becoming a Bishop
After many years as a priest, Amancio Escapa Aparicio was chosen to become a bishop. This happened in 1996. A bishop is a senior member of the Christian clergy, usually in charge of a diocese (a specific area of churches).
He was given two special titles:
- He became the titular bishop of Cenae. This means he held an honorary title for a historical diocese that no longer exists as an active church area.
- He also served as an auxiliary bishop for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Santo Domingo. An auxiliary bishop helps the main bishop (called an archbishop) in managing the churches and people in a large area, like the capital city of the Dominican Republic.
His Work in Santo Domingo
Bishop Escapa Aparicio worked as an auxiliary bishop in Santo Domingo from 1996 until 2016. During these years, he helped lead the Catholic community in the capital city of the Dominican Republic. He was involved in many church activities and helped guide the faithful.
Later Life and Passing
Bishop Amancio Escapa Aparicio retired from his duties in 2016. He passed away on May 5, 2017, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, at the age of 79. He is remembered for his long service to the Catholic Church.
See also
In Spanish: Amancio Escapa Aparicio para niños
