Rainer Maria Woelki
Rainer Maria Woelki is a prominent German Cardinal and the Archbishop of Cologne, known for his significant role within the Roman Catholic Church in Germany. Born on November 18, 1956, Woelki has been an influential figure in the church, advocating for social justice and engaging in discussions on ecclesiastical reform. He has faced challenges within the church, particularly regarding issues of sexual abuse and clerical accountability. Woelki is among the cardinal electors who will participate in the upcoming conclave to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis.
Born on Mar 18, 1956 (69 years old)
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Germany:
Rainer Maria Woelki is one of the cardinals who will vote for the new pope.
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Germany:
Woelki had always denied all allegations against him.
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Germany:
Rainer Maria Woelki is mentioned as a cardinal from Cologne who supports the event.
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Germany:
Rainer Maria Woelki is the Archbishop of Cologne and is one of the few Germans eligible to vote for the new pope.
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Germany:
Rainer Maria Woelki is one of the six German Cardinals participating in the discussions leading up to the conclave.
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Italy:
Rainer Maria Woelki predicts a long conclave due to the unfamiliarity among the cardinals.
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Romania:
Rainer Maria Woelki expressed expectations for a longer conclave than in 2013.
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Spain:
Rainer Maria Woelki commented on the complexity of the upcoming conclave and the need for cardinals to understand each other.
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Germany:
He is also among the German cardinals eligible to vote in the conclave.
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Germany:
Rainer Maria Woelki is also among the German cardinals who will participate in the conclave.
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