Bertil Werkström facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Most Reverend Bertil Werkström |
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| Archbishop of Uppsala Primate of Sweden |
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| Church | Church of Sweden |
| Archdiocese | Uppsala |
| Appointed | 1983 |
| In Office | 1983–1993 |
| Predecessor | Olof Sundby |
| Successor | Gunnar Weman |
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| Ordination | 1954 |
| Consecration | 12 October 1975 by Olof Sundby |
| Rank | Metropolitan Archbishop |
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| Born | 9 June 1928 Lund, Sweden |
| Died | 10 July 2010 (aged 82) Stockholm, Sweden |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Parents | Gunnar Werkström Ingar Hedenskog |
| Spouse | Brita Caroli |
| Previous post | Bishop of Härnösand (1975-1983) |
| Alma mater | Lund University |
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Bertil Werkström (born June 9, 1928 – died July 10, 2010) was a very important leader in the Church of Sweden. He served as the Archbishop of Uppsala from 1983 to 1993. The Archbishop of Uppsala is the main leader of the Church of Sweden.
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Early Life and Studies
Bertil Werkström was born in Lund, Sweden. His parents were Gunnar Werkström and Ingar Hedenskog. He grew up in an area called Dalsland.
He went to Lund University to study theology. Theology is the study of religious faith and practice. He finished his studies in 1959. In 1963, he earned a special degree called a doctor of theology. This showed he had a deep understanding of religious topics.
In 1959, Bertil Werkström married Brita Caroli. She passed away in 2013.
Church Leadership and Beliefs
Bertil Werkström held several important roles in the church. From 1964 to 1970, he worked as a hospital priest in Sundsvall. He then became the head of Sköndalsinstitutet from 1970 to 1975.
In 1975, he was chosen to be the Bishop of Härnösand. A bishop is a senior leader in the church who oversees a specific region. He served as bishop until 1983.
Becoming Archbishop
In 1983, Bertil Werkström was elected Archbishop of Uppsala. This made him the top leader of the Church of Sweden. He held this important position for ten years, retiring in 1993. He passed away in 2010 after being ill for some time.
As Archbishop, he believed in bringing churches closer together. This idea is called ecumenical efforts. He also spoke out against Apartheid in South Africa. Apartheid was an unfair system that separated people based on their race.
Working with Other Churches
Bertil Werkström played a key role in creating the Porvoo Communion. This is an agreement that connects Lutheran churches in Nordic and Baltic countries with Anglican churches in the British Isles. It means these churches recognize each other and work together. The agreement was signed in 1992 in Porvoo, Finland.
Visit to Rome
In 1991, Bertil Werkström visited Rome, Italy. He went there to celebrate a special anniversary with the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, the Pope. They were marking 600 years since Bridget of Sweden was recognized as a saint. This visit showed his commitment to building bridges between different Christian traditions.
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Bertil Werkström's coat of arms
