Pierre-Lambert Goossens

Pierre-Lambert Goossens (18 July 1827 – 25 January 1906) was a Belgian prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the bishop of the Diocese of Namur and as the archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mechelen. Quotes about Pierre-Lambert Goossens On public occasions his manner was noble and stately, yet in his dealings with priests and people he was always amiable and unaffected, and had the secret of enlisting sacrifice and devotion. To kindness he joined prudence and discretion and was thus able to avoid conflicts with the State authorities. A talented writer, his style bore the impression of the masterpieces. Paulin Ladeuze, Pierre-Lambert Goossens (1913) Catholic Encyclopedia External links Category:1827 births Category:Catholics from Belgium Category:Roman Catholic archbishops Category:Cardinals Category:1906 deaths