Camillo Ballin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids His Excellency Camillo Ballin |
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| Emeritus Apostolic Vicar of Northern Arabia | |
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| Church | Catholic Church |
| Diocese | Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia |
| In Office | 2005 to 2020 |
| Predecessor | Francis George Adeodatus Micallef, O.C.D. |
| Successor | Paul Hinder (as Apostolic Administrator) |
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| Ordination | 30 March 1969 |
| Consecration | 2 October 2005 by Crescenzio Cardinal Sepe |
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| Born | 24 June 1944 Padua, Italy |
| Died | 12 April 2020 (aged 75) Rome, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian & Bahraini |
| Denomination | Catholic |
| Residence | Bishop's House, Awali Bahrain |
| Previous post | Apostolic Vicar of Kuwait |
| Motto | IN VERBO TUO |
| Coat of arms |  |
Camillo Ballin (June 24, 1944 – April 12, 2020) was an important Catholic leader. He was an Italian-Bahraini bishop, writer, and teacher. He also worked as a missionary, spreading the Christian faith. From 2005 to 2020, he served as the Vicar Apostolic of Northern Arabia. This means he was the main Catholic bishop for a large area.
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Who Was Camillo Ballin?
Camillo Ballin was born in Fontaniva, Italy, on June 24, 1944. His parents were Lucia and Angelo Ballin. He dedicated his life to the Catholic Church. He passed away on April 12, 2020.
His Journey as a Priest
Camillo Ballin became a priest on March 30, 1969. He joined the Comboni Missionaries of the Heart of Jesus. This is a group of priests who focus on missionary work.
Early Work in Cairo
In 1971, Father Ballin started his work in Cairo, Egypt. He served at St. Joseph parish. From 1972 to 1977, he was the main priest there. He helped lead the church community.
Studying and Teaching
From 1977 to 1980, Father Ballin studied in Lebanon and Rome. He earned a special degree in Oriental liturgy. This is about the different ways Catholic services are held. After his studies, he taught at a theology institute in Cairo. He was a professor there from 1981 to 1990.
New Missions and Studies
In 1990, Father Ballin moved to Sudan. He started a school to train teachers of religion. Later, from 1997 to 2000, he went back to Rome. He earned a higher degree in Church history. In 2000, he became the Director of a center in Cairo. This center focused on Arab and Islamic studies.
Becoming a Bishop
On July 14, 2005, Pope Benedict XVI chose Father Ballin for a big role. He was appointed the Vicar Apostolic of Kuwait. This made him the head of the Catholic Church in Kuwait.
Books and Unity Efforts
Bishop Ballin was also a writer. In 2004, he published two books in Arabic. One was called "The Ways of the Spirit." The other was "History of the Church."
Catholic Unity Congress
In 2008, Bishop Ballin helped start the Catholic Unity Congress. This event was held in Kuwait City. Its main goal was to show that all Catholic groups are united. It helped people understand that they are "one and united with the Lord."
Later Years and Passing
Bishop Ballin lived in Awali, Bahrain, near the Persian Gulf. He continued his work there.
He passed away in Rome, Italy, on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020. He had been getting treatment for lung cancer. Other bishops visited him before he died. They were in Rome for a meeting.
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Bishop Camillo Ballin
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Coat of arms of Camillo Ballin
