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Geraldo Majela de Castro

1930 – 2015

Brazilian Roman Catholic archbishop

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About Geraldo Majela de Castro

Lived 1930 – 2015 (aged 84). Geraldo Majela de Castro was a Brazilian catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Geraldo Majela de Castro (24 June 1930 – 14 May 2015) was a Roman Catholic archbishop.

Ordained to the priesthood in 1953, de Castro was named coadjutor of the Diocese of Montes Claros, Brazil in 1982 and became bishop of the diocese in 1988. In 2001 the Montes Claros diocese became an archdiocese. de Castro retired in 2007.

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Important facts

Born
24 June 1930, Montes Claros
Birth century
20th century
Died
14 May 2015, Montes Claros
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Brazil
Positions held
Diocesan bishop, Catholic archbishop

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Geraldo Majela de Castro?

Brazilian Roman Catholic archbishop

When was Geraldo Majela de Castro born?

Geraldo Majela de Castro was born on 24 June 1930 in Montes Claros.

When did Geraldo Majela de Castro die?

Geraldo Majela de Castro died on 14 May 2015 in Montes Claros.

What was Geraldo Majela de Castro's occupation?

Geraldo Majela de Castro was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Geraldo Majela de Castro?

Geraldo Majela de Castro was Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Geraldo Majela de Castro

· Wikidata: Q1510074

· DBpedia: Geraldo Majela de Castro

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