Mario Grech, born on February twentieth, nineteen fifty-seven, is a distinguished Maltese Catholic prelate known for his significant contributions to the Church. He has held the esteemed position of Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops since two thousand twenty, where he plays a crucial role in guiding the synodal process within the Catholic Church.
Prior to his current role, Grech served as the Bishop of Gozo from two thousand five to two thousand nineteen. His leadership during this period was marked by a commitment to pastoral care and community engagement, earning him respect and admiration within the diocese.
In addition to his responsibilities as Bishop, he was appointed Pro-Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops from two thousand nineteen to two thousand twenty. His expertise and dedication to the Church's mission were recognized when Pope Francis elevated him to the rank of cardinal on November twenty-eighth, two thousand twenty.