Cardinal Jean-Pierre Ricard is a prominent French Roman Catholic prelate, born on August 26, 1944. He served as the Archbishop of Bordeaux from 2001 until his retirement in 2019. Ricard was elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope John Paul II in 2006, recognizing his significant contributions to the Church. Throughout his career, Cardinal Ricard has been involved in various ecclesiastical roles, including serving as the president of the French Bishops' Conference. He is known for his commitment to pastoral care and social issues, advocating for the Church's engagement in contemporary societal challenges.