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Study Guide: The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Garoua: History and Structure

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The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Garoua: History and Structure Study Guide

Historical Development and Status Changes

The Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was established in 1947.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was established on January 9, 1947.

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The elevation of Garoua to the status of Metropolitan Archdiocese occurred in 1982.

Answer: True

Explanation: Garoua was promoted to the status of Metropolitan Archdiocese on March 18, 1982.

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Garoua was promoted to the status of Apostolic Vicariate on March 24, 1953.

Answer: True

Explanation: The promotion of Garoua to an Apostolic Vicariate occurred on March 24, 1953.

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The Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was established from territory previously part of the Apostolic Vicariate of Foumban.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was created from territory belonging to the Apostolic Vicariate of Foumban.

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January 9, 1947, marks the establishment date of the Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: January 9, 1947, was the date the Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was established.

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Garoua was promoted to the status of a Diocese on September 14, 1955.

Answer: True

Explanation: The promotion of Garoua to a Diocese occurred on September 14, 1955.

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The Garoua diocese was not initially designated as a Diocese upon its establishment.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Garoua diocese was initially established as an Apostolic Prefecture, not a Diocese.

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The elevation of Garoua to a Metropolitan Archdiocese did not occur on March 24, 1953.

Answer: False

Explanation: The elevation of Garoua to a Metropolitan Archdiocese occurred on March 18, 1982, not March 24, 1953.

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The promotion of Garoua to a Diocese did not occur on March 24, 1953.

Answer: False

Explanation: The promotion of Garoua to a Diocese occurred on September 14, 1955.

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The Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was not established after the Apostolic Vicariate of Foumban.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was established from territory belonging to the Apostolic Vicariate of Foumban, indicating it was established from it, not after it in a temporal sense.

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What was the initial ecclesiastical designation of Garoua upon its establishment on January 9, 1947?

Answer: Apostolic Prefecture

Explanation: Upon its establishment on January 9, 1947, the Garoua diocese was initially designated as an Apostolic Prefecture.

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Which of the following dates signifies the promotion of the Garoua diocese to a full Diocese?

Answer: September 14, 1955

Explanation: The Garoua diocese was promoted to the status of a Diocese on September 14, 1955.

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What significant ecclesiastical transformation occurred for Garoua on March 18, 1982?

Answer: It was promoted to a Metropolitan Archdiocese.

Explanation: On March 18, 1982, Garoua was promoted to the status of a Metropolitan Archdiocese.

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From which prior ecclesiastical entity did the territory forming the Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua originate?

Answer: Apostolic Vicariate of Foumban

Explanation: The territory that formed the Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua originated from the Apostolic Vicariate of Foumban.

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What was the ecclesiastical status of Garoua on March 24, 1953?

Answer: Apostolic Vicariate

Explanation: On March 24, 1953, Garoua was promoted to the status of an Apostolic Vicariate.

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What was the ecclesiastical status of Garoua on September 14, 1955?

Answer: Diocese

Explanation: On September 14, 1955, the Apostolic Vicariate of Garoua was promoted to the status of a Diocese.

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What was the significance of January 9, 1947, for the Garoua diocese?

Answer: It was established as an Apostolic Prefecture.

Explanation: January 9, 1947, was the date the Apostolic Prefecture of Garoua was established.

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Key Archdiocesan Leaders

Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey was the inaugural Prefect Apostolic of Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: Father Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey, O.M.I., served as the first Prefect Apostolic of Garoua from March 25, 1947, to March 24, 1953.

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Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey's tenure as Bishop of Garoua extended for over 26 years.

Answer: True

Explanation: Bishop Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey, O.M.I., served as the Bishop of Garoua from September 14, 1955, until March 18, 1982, a period exceeding 26 years.

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Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey was the first Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: Archbishop Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey, O.M.I., became the first Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua on March 18, 1982.

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Christian Wiyghan Tumi received the cardinalate in 1988 during his service in Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: During his tenure as Archbishop of Garoua, Christian Wiyghan Tumi was elevated to the rank of Cardinal in 1988.

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Antoine Ntalou has held the position of Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua since January 1992.

Answer: True

Explanation: Archbishop Antoine Ntalou has served as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua since January 23, 1992.

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Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua prior to his elevation to Cardinal.

Answer: True

Explanation: Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as the Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua from 1982 to 1984, before his elevation to Cardinal.

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Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier served as Auxiliary Bishop for Garoua before his appointment as Bishop of Ngaoundéré.

Answer: True

Explanation: Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier, O.M.I., served as an Auxiliary Bishop for Garoua from 1969 to 1982, and was subsequently appointed Bishop of Ngaoundéré.

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Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey's tenure as Bishop of Garoua concluded on March 18, 1982.

Answer: True

Explanation: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey's tenure as Bishop of Garoua concluded on March 18, 1982.

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Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua between 1982 and 1984.

Answer: True

Explanation: Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as the Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua from 1982 to 1984.

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Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier served as an Auxiliary Bishop of Garoua from 1969 to 1982.

Answer: True

Explanation: Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier served as an Auxiliary Bishop of Garoua from 1969 to 1982.

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Christian Wiyghan Tumi was appointed Archbishop of Douala subsequent to his tenure in Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: Christian Wiyghan Tumi was appointed Archbishop of Douala after his tenure in Garoua concluded.

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Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey did not serve as the first Vicar Apostolic of Garoua.

Answer: False

Explanation: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey served as the Vicar Apostolic of Garoua from March 24, 1953, to September 14, 1955.

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Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey did not serve as Bishop of Garoua for less than 10 years.

Answer: False

Explanation: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey served as Bishop of Garoua for over 26 years.

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Archbishop Christian Wiyghan Tumi was not the first Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua.

Answer: False

Explanation: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey was the first Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua.

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Antoine Ntalou has not served as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua since 1984.

Answer: False

Explanation: Antoine Ntalou has served as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua since January 1992.

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Christian Wiyghan Tumi did not serve as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua after becoming a Cardinal.

Answer: False

Explanation: Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua from 1982 to 1984, before becoming a Cardinal.

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Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier did not serve as Auxiliary Bishop for Garoua after being appointed Bishop of Ngaoundéré.

Answer: False

Explanation: Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier served as Auxiliary Bishop for Garoua from 1969 to 1982, and was appointed Bishop of Ngaoundéré thereafter.

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Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey's tenure as Bishop of Garoua did not conclude on March 17, 1984.

Answer: False

Explanation: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey's tenure as Bishop of Garoua concluded on March 18, 1982.

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Christian Wiyghan Tumi did not serve as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua from 1984 to 1988.

Answer: False

Explanation: Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua from 1982 to 1984.

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Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier did not serve as an Auxiliary Bishop of Garoua until 1969.

Answer: False

Explanation: Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier served as an Auxiliary Bishop of Garoua from 1969 to 1982.

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Who served as the inaugural Prefect Apostolic of Garoua?

Answer: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey, O.M.I.

Explanation: The first Prefect Apostolic of Garoua was Father Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey, O.M.I.

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For what duration did Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey serve as the Bishop of Garoua?

Answer: Over 26 years

Explanation: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey served as the Bishop of Garoua for over 26 years.

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Who succeeded Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua?

Answer: Christian Wiyghan Tumi

Explanation: Archbishop Christian Wiyghan Tumi succeeded Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua.

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What notable ecclesiastical honor was bestowed upon Christian Wiyghan Tumi during his tenure as Archbishop of Garoua?

Answer: He was made a Cardinal.

Explanation: During his tenure as Archbishop of Garoua, Christian Wiyghan Tumi was elevated to the rank of Cardinal.

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Since what date has Antoine Ntalou served as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua?

Answer: January 23, 1992

Explanation: Antoine Ntalou has served as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua since January 23, 1992.

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What was the specific role of Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier, O.M.I., within Garoua?

Answer: Auxiliary Bishop

Explanation: Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier, O.M.I., served as an Auxiliary Bishop within Garoua.

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Identify the individual who served as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua prior to their elevation to Cardinal.

Answer: Christian Wiyghan Tumi

Explanation: Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua before becoming a Cardinal.

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Who succeeded Christian Wiyghan Tumi as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua?

Answer: Antoine Ntalou

Explanation: Antoine Ntalou succeeded Christian Wiyghan Tumi as Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua.

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What was the specific period of Christian Wiyghan Tumi's service as Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua?

Answer: 1982-1984

Explanation: Christian Wiyghan Tumi served as the Coadjutor Archbishop of Garoua from 1982 to 1984.

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Specify the ecclesiastical role held by Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey, O.M.I., during the period from March 24, 1953, to September 14, 1955.

Answer: Vicar Apostolic

Explanation: From March 24, 1953, to September 14, 1955, Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey, O.M.I., served as the Vicar Apostolic of Garoua.

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What was the date marking the conclusion of Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey's tenure as Bishop of Garoua?

Answer: March 18, 1982

Explanation: Yves-Joseph-Marie Plumey's tenure as Bishop of Garoua concluded on March 18, 1982.

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What was the specific period of Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier's service as Auxiliary Bishop of Garoua?

Answer: 1969-1982

Explanation: Jean-Marie-Joseph-Augustin Pasquier served as an Auxiliary Bishop of Garoua from 1969 to 1982.

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Following his tenure in Garoua, to where was Christian Wiyghan Tumi appointed?

Answer: Archbishop of Douala

Explanation: After his tenure as Metropolitan Archbishop of Garoua concluded, Christian Wiyghan Tumi was appointed Archbishop of Douala.

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Ecclesiastical Structure and Geography

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Garoua is situated within the nation of Cameroon.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Garoua is located in Cameroon.

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The Cathédrale Sainte Thérèse serves as the episcopal seat of the Archbishop of Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Cathédrale Sainte Thérèse is the principal church and the seat of the Archbishop of Garoua.

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The Diocese of Yagoua is designated as a suffragan diocese within the ecclesiastical province of Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Yagoua is a suffragan diocese subordinate to the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Garoua.

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The Archdiocese of Garoua is geographically situated at approximately 9.3000 degrees North latitude.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Archdiocese of Garoua is located at approximately 9.3000 degrees North latitude.

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The "See also" section references "Roman Catholicism in Cameroon."

Answer: True

Explanation: The "See also" section mentions "Roman Catholicism in Cameroon," providing broader contextual information.

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A Metropolitan See is defined as the principal archdiocese within an ecclesiastical province.

Answer: True

Explanation: A Metropolitan See is the principal archdiocese in an ecclesiastical province.

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The ecclesiastical province associated with the Archdiocese of Garoua bears the name Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: The ecclesiastical province associated with the Archdiocese of Garoua is named Garoua.

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The concise description for the Archdiocese of Garoua is 'Roman Catholic Archdiocese in Cameroon'.

Answer: True

Explanation: The short description for the Archdiocese of Garoua is 'Roman Catholic Archdiocese in Cameroon'.

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The Archdiocese of Garoua is not located at approximately 13.4000 degrees West longitude.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Archdiocese of Garoua is located at approximately 13.4000 degrees East longitude, not West.

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The "See also" section does not mention "Catholicism in Cameroon."

Answer: False

Explanation: The "See also" section does mention "Roman Catholicism in Cameroon."

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A Metropolitan See is not subordinate to a higher ecclesiastical authority within its province.

Answer: False

Explanation: A Metropolitan See is the principal archdiocese within its province and has jurisdiction over suffragan dioceses, not subordinate to them.

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The ecclesiastical province associated with the Archdiocese of Garoua is not named Douala.

Answer: False

Explanation: The ecclesiastical province associated with the Archdiocese of Garoua is named Garoua, not Douala.

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Identify the entity that is not listed as a suffragan diocese under the ecclesiastical province of Garoua.

Answer: Roman Catholic Diocese of Douala

Explanation: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Douala is not listed as a suffragan diocese under the ecclesiastical province of Garoua.

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What is the significance of the designation "Metropolitan See"?

Answer: It is the principal archdiocese in an ecclesiastical province with jurisdiction over suffragan dioceses.

Explanation: A Metropolitan See is the principal archdiocese within an ecclesiastical province, holding jurisdiction over suffragan dioceses.

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What is the designation of the cathedral serving as the episcopal seat for the Archbishop of Garoua?

Answer: Cathédrale Sainte Thérèse

Explanation: The cathedral serving as the episcopal seat for the Archbishop of Garoua is the Cathédrale Sainte Thérèse.

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What is the approximate geographical latitude of the Archdiocese of Garoua?

Answer: Approximately 9.3000 degrees North

Explanation: The Archdiocese of Garoua is located at approximately 9.3000 degrees North latitude.

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What was the primary liturgical and disciplinary tradition observed by the bishops of Garoua?

Answer: Roman Rite

Explanation: The bishops of Garoua followed the Roman Rite, the most common liturgical and disciplinary tradition in the Catholic Church.

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Describe the hierarchical relationship between the Archdiocese of Garoua and the Diocese of Ngaoundéré.

Answer: Ngaoundéré is a suffragan diocese subordinate to the Archdiocese of Garoua.

Explanation: The Diocese of Ngaoundéré is a suffragan diocese within the ecclesiastical province of Garoua, thus subordinate to the Archdiocese of Garoua.

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What is the concise description provided for the Archdiocese of Garoua?

Answer: Roman Catholic Archdiocese in Cameroon

Explanation: The concise description provided for the Archdiocese of Garoua is 'Roman Catholic Archdiocese in Cameroon'.

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Identification, Sources, and Technical Details

Catholic-hierarchy.org is cited as a primary source for information concerning the Archdiocese of Garoua.

Answer: True

Explanation: Catholic-hierarchy.org is identified as a primary source for data on the Archdiocese of Garoua.

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The abbreviation "O.M.I." denotes membership in the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

Answer: True

Explanation: The abbreviation "O.M.I." signifies membership in the religious institute known as the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

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The abbreviation "O.M.I." does not stand for the Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

Answer: False

Explanation: The abbreviation "O.M.I." signifies membership in the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

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What does the abbreviation "O.M.I." signify in relation to the bishops mentioned?

Answer: Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate

Explanation: The abbreviation "O.M.I." signifies membership in the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

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