History of Francisco Álvarez Martínez in Timeline

Francisco Álvarez Martínez (1925-2022) was a prominent Spanish prelate within the Catholic Church. His career spanned several dioceses: Bishop of Tarazona (1973-1976), Calahorra y La Calzada-Logroño (1976-1989), and Orihuela-Alicante (1989-1995). He reached the pinnacle of his service as Archbishop of Toledo from 1995 to 2002. A significant recognition of his service came in 2001 when he was elevated to the rank of Cardinal.

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July 1925: Birth of Francisco Álvarez Martínez

In July 1925, Francisco Álvarez Martínez was born. He would later become a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, serving as archbishop of Toledo.

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July 1925: Birth in Asturias

In July 1925, Álvarez Martínez was born in the parish of Santa Eulalia de Ferroñes in Llanera, Asturias.

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June 1950: Ordained a Priest

On June 11, 1950, Álvarez Martínez was ordained a priest of the Archdiocese of Oviedo.

1955: Studies Canon Law

In 1955, Álvarez Martínez began studying canon law at the Pontifical University of Salamanca.

1956: End of tenure as archbishop's secretary

In 1956, Álvarez Martínez finished serving as the archbishop's secretary.

1957: Chancellor of the Archdiocese

In 1957, Álvarez Martínez became the chancellor of the archdiocese.

1958: Completes Studies at Salamanca

In 1958, Álvarez Martínez completed his studies at the Pontifical University of Salamanca.

1962: Doctorate in Canon Law

In 1962, Álvarez Martínez earned a doctorate in canon law from the Pontifical University of Comillas.

1969: End of tenure as chancellor of the archdiocese

In 1969, Álvarez Martínez ended his service as chancellor of the archdiocese.

April 1973: Appointed Bishop of Tarazona

On April 13, 1973, Álvarez Martínez was appointed bishop of Tarazona by Pope Paul VI.

1973: Bishop of Tarazona

In 1973, Francisco Álvarez Martínez became the bishop of Tarazona.

December 1976: Transferred to Calahorra y La Calzada-Logroño

On December 20, 1976, Álvarez Martínez was transferred to the see of Calahorra y La Calzada-Logroño.

1976: Bishop of Calahorra y La Calzada-Logroño

In 1976, Francisco Álvarez Martínez became the bishop of Calahorra y La Calzada-Logroño.

May 1989: Transferred to Orihuela-Alicante

On May 12, 1989, Álvarez Martínez was transferred to the see of Orihuela-Alicante.

1989: Bishop of Orihuela-Alicante

In 1989, Francisco Álvarez Martínez became the bishop of Orihuela-Alicante.

June 1995: Appointed Archbishop of Toledo

On June 23, 1995, Álvarez Martínez was appointed Metropolitan Archbishop of Toledo.

1995: Archbishop of Toledo

In 1995, Francisco Álvarez Martínez became the archbishop of Toledo.

February 2001: Cardinal Priest Appointment

On February 21, 2001, Álvarez Martínez was made Cardinal Priest of Santa Maria Regina Pacis a Monte Verde by Pope John Paul II.

2001: Cardinal Appointment

In 2001, Francisco Álvarez Martínez was created a cardinal.

October 2002: Resignation Accepted

On October 24, 2002, Pope John Paul accepted Álvarez Martínez's resignation as Archbishop of Toledo.

2002: End of tenure as Archbishop of Toledo

In 2002, Francisco Álvarez Martínez's tenure as archbishop of Toledo came to an end.

2005: Participated in Papal Conclave

In 2005, Álvarez Martínez, as a cardinal elector, participated in the papal conclave that elected Pope Benedict XVI.

January 2022: Death of Francisco Álvarez Martínez

In January 2022, Francisco Álvarez Martínez passed away. He had served as the archbishop of Toledo from 1995 to 2002 and was created a cardinal in 2001.