Tarcisio Bertone
Tarcisio Bertone is an Italian cardinal who served as the Secretary of State of the Vatican from 2006 until 2013, under Pope Benedict XVI. Before this role, he was the Archbishop of Genoa and played a significant part in Vatican diplomacy. Bertone was involved in various issues such as the Church's response to the sexual abuse crisis and international relations. He received a letter of resignation from Pope Francis, which was signed in case of medical incapacity.
Born on Dec 02, 1934 (91 years old)
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Tanzania:
Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone consecrated Archbishop Rugambwa as Archbishop.
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Tanzania:
He was consecrated Archbishop by Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, then Vatican Secretary of State.
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Slovenia:
Tarcisio Bertone was the principal consecrator when Luigi Bianco was ordained as a bishop.
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Italy:
Tarcisio Bertone is mentioned as the controversial former Secretary of State who 'exiled' Parolin to Venezuela.
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Italy:
Tarcisio Bertone is referenced as a former influential figure in the Vatican.
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Italy:
Tarcisio Bertone was the Secretary of State who had conflicts with the Italian bishops' conference.
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Italy:
Tarcisio Bertone is known for his extravagant lifestyle and memorable stories.
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Italy:
Tarcisio Bertone was criticized as one of the responsible parties for Benedetto's resignation.
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Spain:
Tarcisio Bertone was the Secretary of State to whom Pope Francis submitted a letter of resignation in case of medical impediment.
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Bulgaria:
Tarcisio Bertone was the Secretary of State of the Vatican when Pope Francis wrote a letter of resignation.
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