James Michael Harvey, born on October twentieth, nineteen forty-nine, is a distinguished American Catholic prelate. Currently, he serves as the Archpriest of the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, a role that underscores his significant contributions to the Catholic Church.
From nineteen eighty-two to nineteen ninety-eight, Harvey was an integral part of the central administration of the Secretariat of State at the Vatican. His expertise and dedication led him to manage the pope's household from nineteen ninety-eight to two thousand twelve, first under Pope John Paul II and subsequently under Pope Benedict XVI.
Harvey's ecclesiastical journey saw him being named bishop in nineteen ninety-eight, followed by his elevation to archbishop in two thousand three. His remarkable service culminated in his appointment as cardinal in two thousand twelve, marking a significant milestone in his clerical career.