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COMMENTARY: The celebration of the restoration of France’s famed cathedral is happening on the same weekend as a consistory of new cardinals at the Vatican, providing an intriguing juxtaposition rich with symbolism.
Metropolitan Archbishop Domenico Battaglia of Naples, known for his love for the poor, led a drug rehabilitation center in Catanzaro, Calabria, for over 20 years during his priestly ministry.
The liturgy will take place on Dec. 7 — not Dec. 8, as previously announced.
The Pope has now created cardinals from 66 different countries, including several from countries that have never had a red hat, like Mongolia and Singapore.
On Saturday, Sept. 30, Pope Francis will create 21 new cardinals at a consistory in Rome.
COMMENTARY: While some of the appointments were expected there were also some surprises, as has been customary during his papacy.
With this consistory, Pope Francis has ‘armored’ the College of Cardinals for several years with red hats appointed by him.
The 63-year-old received the title of cardinal while being treated in the Roman hospital.
Pope Francis elevated Cardinal You to the College of Cardinals in a ceremony in St. Peter's Basilica on Aug. 27, 2022.
197 cardinals participated in the extraordinary consistory, the first of its kind in seven years.
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