Jacques Maury facts for kids
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Jacques Maury
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Maury in 1981
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| Born | 10 November 1920 |
| Died | 12 April 2020 (aged 99) Clichy, France
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| Nationality | French |
| Occupation | Pastor |
Jacques Maury (born November 10, 1920 – died April 12, 2020) was a French pastor. He was known for his leadership in Protestant churches and his efforts to bring different Christian groups closer together.
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A Life of Service
Early Years and Wartime Help
Jacques Maury came from a family deeply involved in the church. His father, Pierre Maury, was a professor of theology in Paris. His grandfather, Léon Maury, was also a theology professor.
Jacques studied at the Protestant Faculty of Theology in Montpellier. During World War II, he helped people through an organization called Cimade. This group provided aid and support to those in need. He also served as a helper to military chaplains in the 2nd Armored Division. A chaplain is a religious leader who serves in the military.
Leading Protestant Churches
After the war, Maury became a pastor in Lezay. From 1957 to 1962, he led the French Federation of Christian Student Associations. Later, he became a pastor in Poitiers. During this time, he started to build good relationships with Catholic communities. This effort to work with other Christian groups is called ecumenism.
In 1968, Maury was chosen to be the President of the Reformed Church of France. Then, in 1977, he became the President of the Protestant Federation of France. He held this important position until 1987. After that, he was elected President of Cimade again in 1989, serving until 1995.
Building Bridges Between Christians
From 1981 to 1990, Jacques Maury played a key role in a special group. This group worked to improve understanding between the World Council of Churches (which includes many different Christian churches) and the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity (a part of the Catholic Church). His work helped different Christian traditions learn from and respect each other.
Jacques Maury passed away on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020, in Clichy. He was 99 years old.
Important Recognition
Jacques Maury received a high honor for his service.
- Officer of the Legion of Honour (1995)
The Legion of Honour is a very important award given by the French government.
