Description: (Catholic priest)
Raymond Leo Burke is an American prelate of the Catholic Church known for his conservative stance and advocacy for traditional practices. He has held various leadership positions within the Church, including serving as a bishop and a cardinal. Burke has been a patron of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta and led the Archdiocese of St. Louis and the Diocese of La Crosse. He is a canon lawyer and a prominent supporter of the Tridentine Mass, often clashing with Pope Francis over issues like church attitudes towards gay people and divorced Catholics. Despite controversies and clashes, he has continued to serve in different roles within the Church.