Géry Leuliet facts for kids
Quick facts for kids His Excellency, The Most Reverend Géry-Jacques-Charles Leuliet |
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| Bishop Emeritus of Amiens | |
| Diocese | Amiens |
| See | Amiens |
| Appointed | 14 February 1963 |
| Reign ended | 15 January 1985 |
| Predecessor | René-Louis-Marie Stourm |
| Successor | François Jacques Bussini |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 8 July 1933 |
| Consecration | 9 May 1963 by Gérard-Maurice Eugène Huyghe |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 12 January 1910 Richebourg-l'Avoué, France |
| Died | 1 January 2015 (aged 104) Arras, France |
| Nationality | French |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
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Géry-Jacques-Charles Leuliet was a French religious leader in the Catholic Church. He was born on January 12, 1910, and lived for over a century, passing away on January 1, 2015. At the time of his death, he was known as the oldest Bishop in the Catholic Church, having reached the age of 104.
Géry Leuliet's Life and Role
Géry Leuliet was an important figure in the Roman Catholic Church in France. He dedicated his life to serving the church and its followers. His long life meant he saw many changes in the world and the church.
Becoming a Priest
Leuliet was born in a town called Richebourg-l'Avoué in France. He began his journey in the church at a young age. On July 8, 1933, he was ordained as a priest. This ceremony took place in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Arras. Becoming a priest meant he could lead church services and help people with their spiritual lives.
Becoming a Bishop
Many years later, on February 14, 1963, Leuliet was chosen to become the Bishop of Amiens. A bishop is a high-ranking leader in the Catholic Church, overseeing a specific region called a diocese. He received his special episcopal consecration on May 9, 1963. This was a very important event in his church career.
Retirement and Legacy
Géry Leuliet served as the Bishop of Amiens for many years. He retired from his role as the bishop's dean in France on January 15, 1985. Even after retirement, he remained a respected figure. After another bishop, Nguyen Van Thien, passed away on May 13, 2012, Géry Leuliet became the oldest living Roman Catholic bishop in the world. He died just 11 days before his 105th birthday.
