Let's make this birthday one to remember.

80 years old (Born on September 26, 1944)

Happy Birthday, Cardinal Jean Pierre Ricard! From your appointment as Archbishop of Bordeaux et Bazes in 2001 to becoming a cardinal shortly thereafter, you've certainly had quite the heavenly journey. Your sermons have inspired many—though we suspect even angels chuckle at how you manage to keep parishioners awake during Sunday mass!

Your dedication and warmth continue bringing joy and guidance into countless lives. May this birthday be filled with laughter (and perhaps fewer committee meetings). Here's hoping heaven grants you extra patience for another year dealing gracefully with earthly matters.

Cheers—and may your blessings outnumber candles on today's cake!