Cardinal

Gianfranco was born 70 yrs ago (1943) in Italy Ordained priest in Milan at 23 Studied philosophy and theology Specialized in the Holy Scriptures His study helped him become the prefect of the Ambrosian Library in Milan

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asked to lead the meditations for the Way Of The Cross on Good Friday by Benedict XVI in 2007 Was also named the president of the Pontifical Council for Culture by the Pope Became a bishop and cardinal

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the Court Of Gentiles, a forum to initiate the Word between believers and non-believers, in many cities around the world Introduced the press to Benedict XVIs latest book about the infancy of Jesus Lead the Vatican Lenten retreat Pope asked him to lead the spiritual exercises for him and the Roman Curia