Why 2022 Could Shake-Up the Roman Curia
This year could see sweeping changes at the top of the curia, even without the publication of the long-awaited new Vatican constitution expected to be called "Predicate evangelium."
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Pope Francis Accepts Cardinal Turkson’s Resignation as Head of Vatican’s Social Development Office
The Holy See press office said on Dec. 23 that the dicastery’s leaders had left their mandates in the Pope’s hands following the end of their five-year terms, which began when the dicastery was created in 2016.
Cardinal Turkson: Pope Francis Will Decide if I Continue to Lead Vatican Dicastery
Cardinal Turkson, who speaks six languages, became the first president of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development in 2016 after his pontifical council was merged into the new body along with three others.
Cardinal Turkson to Davos Forum: Human Dignity Must Not Be Compromised
According to the World Economic Forum, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced millions of people below the poverty line in relatively wealthy countries and will push up to 150 million people in developing countries into extreme poverty in 2021.
Vatican Cardinal: Peace is Threatened as Health and Economic Crises Continue
Echoing Pope Francis, Cardinal Peter Turkson called July 7 for a global ceasefire during the pandemic so that assistance can safely be provided to those in need.
Cardinal Turkson: Racism Driving Some Catholics from the Church
Cardinal Turkson noted that “bishops and pastors from parts of Africa” have expressed concern that young Catholics leaving the continent to attend schools in Europe and the U.S. return home having left the Church.
Cardinal Turkson Urges Forgiveness, Justice in Response to George Floyd Killing
Cardinal Turkson responded to questions about racism in the context of widespread protests taking place in the U.S. after the death of George Floyd in police custody.
Vatican Creates Commission to Address Coronavirus Aftermath
Cardinal Turkson said that the commission would involve other institutions in its work, such as Georgetown University, the World Resources Institute, and Potsdam University.
Cardinal Turkson's Message During Coronavirus Pandemic: ‘Prayer is Our strength’
The prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, Cardinal Turkson addressed his letter to health workers, chaplains, the sick and their families, volunteers, civil authorities, bishops in charge of pastoral work in healthcare, the heads of bishops’ conferences, and all people of good will.
A Look at How Businesses Can Help the Poor
Businesses help reduce economic and social inequality by putting people before profit, and becoming close to poor neighborhoods.
