Definition
Luigi Marrucci is an Italian prelate of the Roman Catholic Church who was appointed bishop of the Diocese of Civitavecchia–Tarquinia in 2011.
Overview
Born in 1945 in Italy, Marrucci was ordained to the priesthood in the late‑20th century. After serving in various pastoral and administrative capacities within the Italian episcopal conference, he was appointed by Pope Benedict XVI as the ordinary of the Diocese of Civitavecchia–Tarquinia on 13 July 2011. He received episcopal consecration later that year and led the diocese until reaching the canonical retirement age of 75, at which point he submitted his resignation, which was accepted by Pope Francis in 2020. During his tenure, Marrucci focused on pastoral renewal, the promotion of vocations, and the strengthening of parish life in the coastal region surrounding Rome.
Etymology/Origin
- Luigi is the Italian form of the name Louis, derived from the Germanic element hlūd (“famous”) combined with wīg (“war”).
- Marrucci is an Italian surname; its etymology is not definitively documented, but surnames ending in “‑ucci” often originated as patronymic diminutives in central and southern Italy.
Characteristics
- Clerical Role: Bishop of Civitavecchia–Tarquinia (2011–2020).
- Ordination: Ordained a priest in the late 1960s or early 1970s; exact date is not universally cited in publicly available sources.
- Episcopal Motto: Not widely reported; accurate information on his episcopal coat of arms or motto is not confirmed.
- Pastoral Emphasis: Emphasized evangelization, support for families, and the cultural heritage of the diocese’s historic parishes.
- Retirement: Submitted resignation upon reaching the age prescribed by canon law (75 years). The Vatican accepted his resignation in 2020, and a successor was appointed thereafter.
Related Topics
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Civitavecchia–Tarquinia
- Pope Benedict XVI (pontiff who appointed Marrucci)
- Pope Francis (pontiff who accepted Marrucci’s resignation)
- Italian Episcopal Conference
- Canon law concerning episcopal retirement
Note: Where precise dates or personal details are not corroborated by multiple reliable sources, the entry acknowledges the lack of confirmation rather than presenting unverified specifics.