George J. Hirschboeck (June 6, 1922 – June 2, 1993) was an American Maryknoll priest, missionary, and humanitarian from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He lived in Kyoto, Japan for many years and has been called a "pioneer in the ecumenical movement in Kyoto".[1]

Biography

Hirschboeck was a graduate of St. Anne's School and St. John's Cathedral High School.[2] He was ordained a priest June 11, 1949.[3]

He directed a study center in Kyoto and taught English at Kyoto University.[1][4] He was also instrumental in erecting the Church of the Holy Spirit—a building which incorporated both Easters and Western architecture and became a tourist attraction.[2]

References

  1. 1 2 "Milwaukee Priest in Japan Joins Talks With Buddhists". The Milwaukee Journal. 23 July 1966. Retrieved 10 January 2019.
  2. 1 2 "Fr. Hirschboeck Serves Skilled Workers in Japan". The Milwaukee Sentinel. 1 April 1961. Retrieved 10 January 2019.
  3. ↑ "Father George J. Hirschboeck, MM". Archives. Retrieved April 9, 2019.
  4. ↑ "Maryknoll Missionaries Around the World" (PDF). The Jambar of Youngstown State University. 19 July 1979. Retrieved 10 January 2019.
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