Miguel Irízar Campos

Miguel Irízar Campos

Miguel Irízar Campos (7 May 1934 – 19 August 2018) was a Spanish prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the bishop of the Diocese of Callao.

Quotes

• Corruption is difficult to neutralize because it adopts multiple forms; it is stamped out in one area, and resurfaces in another. We need persistent will on the part of leaders and the generous collaboration of all citizens.
  • Peruvian bishop says country lacks will to get rid of corruption (20 July 2005) Catholic News Agency

• The greatest challenge has been to work for the poor and for those who are far from the Church. I thank God for this award but I would say that the greatest honour I wear is the cross of Christ.
  • “The greatest challenge has been to work for the poor and those who are far from the Church” said Bishop Miguel Irizar of Callao who received a national award for 45 years of pastoral ministry and social commitment in Peru (27 July 2005) Fides News Agency