Andrew Raksam Marak
| Most Reverend Andrew Raksam Marak | |
|---|---|
| Bishop of Tura | |
| Archdiocese | Shillong |
| Diocese | Tura |
| Appointed | 21 April 2007 |
| Predecessor | George Mamalassery |
| Successor | Incumbent |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 10 February 1982 |
| Consecration | 3 October 2004 by Pedro López Quintana |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 5 February 1950 Meghalaya India |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| Motto | THE CROSS IS OUR SAVIOUR |
Bishop Andrew Raksam Marak is the current serving Roman Catholic bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tura, India.[1]
Early life
Marak was born on 5 February 1950 in Chimagre, Meghalaya, India.[2][3]
Priesthood
On 10 February 1982, Marak was ordained to the priesthood.[2][3]
Episcopate
Marak was appointed Coadjutor Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tura on 3 June 2004 and ordained a bishop on 3 October 2004 by Archbishop Pedro López Quintana.
He succeeded as bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tura on 21 April 2007.[4]
References
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