René Stockman

René Stockman

Brother Dr. René Stockman (born May 13, 1954) is the Superior General of the Congregation of the Brothers of Charity since 2000.

After the death of Pope John Paul II, he called for reforms within the Church, including making celibacy for priests voluntary.


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