Maurice Piat

Maurice Piat, born on July nineteenth, nineteen forty-one, is a distinguished Mauritian prelate of the Catholic Church. He served as the Bishop of Port Louis, Mauritius, from nineteen ninety-three until twenty twenty-three, marking a significant period of leadership within the church.

A professed member of the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, Piat was ordained as a priest in nineteen seventy. His commitment to his faith and community led to his elevation to the episcopate in nineteen ninety-one, where he began to make a profound impact on the lives of many.

In recognition of his service and dedication, Pope Francis appointed him as a cardinal on November nineteenth, twenty sixteen. This honor reflects not only his personal achievements but also his contributions to the Catholic Church in Mauritius and beyond.