Ramón Echarren Istúriz facts for kids

Ramón Echarren Istúriz (born November 13, 1929 – died August 25, 2014) was a Spanish Roman Catholic bishop. He dedicated his life to serving the church and its communities. He held important positions in the church, helping to guide people in their faith.

Early Life and Becoming a Priest

Ramón Echarren Istúriz was born in 1929. He grew up in Spain. He decided to become a priest and was ordained in 1958. This means he completed his training and officially became a priest.

Serving as a Bishop

Helping the Church in Madrid

In 1969, Ramón Echarren Istúriz was given a special role. He was named a titular bishop of 'Diano'. This means he was given the title of a bishop for a place that no longer has a bishop. At the same time, he became an auxiliary bishop for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madrid. An auxiliary bishop helps the main bishop of a large area. He assisted the Archbishop of Madrid in managing the church's activities.

Leading the Diocese of Canarias

Later, in 1978, he was appointed the main bishop for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Canarias. This diocese covers the beautiful Canary Islands, which are part of Spain. As the bishop, he was responsible for leading the Catholic community there. He oversaw churches, priests, and religious programs. He worked to support the spiritual lives of the people in the islands.

Retirement

Bishop Echarren Istúriz served the Diocese of Canarias for many years. He retired from his duties in 2005. He passed away in 2014.

See also

In Spanish: Ramón Echarren Ystúriz para niños