Fridolin Besungu Ambongo
Fridolin Besungu Ambongo is the Archbishop of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a leading figure among the Church's progressive voices. Born in 1962, he has been an outspoken advocate for social justice, peace, and the protection of human rights in his country, which has faced significant conflict and instability. Ambongo is known for his efforts to mediate between various factions during times of crisis and has been a critic of both political corruption and violence against civilians. His candidacy as a papable figure reflects a desire for a leader who can address the pressing challenges facing the Church and society in Africa.
Born on Jan 01, 1958 (67 years old)
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Cardinal Fridolin Besungu Ambongo is a potential candidate to become pope and has protested against the Vatican's declaration on same-sex blessings.
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Fridolin Besungu Ambongo is a cardinal from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a potential papable.
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