Gregory Hanke

Gregory Hanke is a German bishop who served as the Bishop of Eichstätt from December 2, 2006, until his recent resignation at the age of 70. His tenure was marked by significant challenges, including dealing with cases of sexual abuse within the church, conflicts within university leadership, and financial scandals. Hanke has expressed a deep sense of fatigue due to the crises faced during his leadership and has indicated a desire to return to pastoral care, taking on the role of a simple priest. His decision to step down followed a period of intense personal reflection.