Jean-Claude Bouchard

Jean-Claude Bouchard (25 September 1940 –) is a Canadian prelate of the Catholic Church who serves as the bishop of the Diocese of Pala.

Quotes

• I was appointed Bishop too soon. I felt like the prophet Jeremiah who said to the Lord: "I am too young". But I had to answer yes to the Lord who called me through the voice of Pope Paul VI. The Church of Chad has grown in quantity, but it is urgent to make it grow in quality. There are many baptisms, but not enough knowledge of Jesus and the commitment of the baptized in the Church and in the life of the Country.
  • Towards Mission Day - "Here we are, send us": the testimonies of religious and lay missionaries (25 September 2020) Fides News Agency