Robert Sarah, born on June fifteenth, nineteen forty-five, is a distinguished Guinean Catholic prelate known for his significant contributions to the Church. He served as the prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments from November twenty-third, two thousand fourteen, until February twentieth, two thousand twenty-one. His leadership in this role underscored his commitment to the liturgical life of the Church.
Before his tenure as prefect, Cardinal Sarah held the position of secretary of the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples under Pope John Paul II. This role allowed him to engage deeply with the mission of spreading the Gospel and supporting the Church's efforts in various regions around the world.
Additionally, he served as the president of the Pontifical Council Cor Unum during the papacy of Pope Benedict XVI, where he focused on charitable initiatives and the Church's outreach to those in need. His elevation to the cardinalate in two thousand ten marked a significant recognition of his service and dedication to the Catholic faith.