The Apostolic Nuncio in the Principality of Andorra is the diplomatic representative of the Holy See in Andorra . This diplomatic post is held by the church-diplomatic representative of the Vatican as an ambassador . The Apostolic Nunciature in Andorra was established on a permanent basis on June 16, 1995 . [one]
Currently, the Apostolic Nuncio in Andorra is the archbishop appointed by Pope Francis .
Content
- 1 History
- 2 Apostolic Nuncios in Andorra
- 3 See also
- 4 References
- 5 notes
History
The Apostolic Nunciature in Andorra was established on June 16, 1995, by Pope John Paul II . However, the apostolic nuncio does not have an official residence in Andorra, in its capital Andorra la Vella, and is an apostolic nuncio part-time, visiting the country occasionally. The residence of the apostolic nuncio in Andorra is Madrid - the capital of Spain .
Apostolic Nuncios in Andorra
- Lajosh Kada - (March 6, 1996 - March 1, 2000, retired);
- Manuel Monteiro de Castro - (March 1, 2000 - July 3, 2009 - appointed Secretary of the Congregation for Bishops );
- Renzo Fratini - (August 20, 2009 - July 4, 2019, retired).
See also
- Catholicism in Andorra .