Pope Francis Creates 21 New Cardinals, Expanding Body’s Geographic Diversity
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.
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What Is a Consistory? Your Questions Answered
On Saturday, Sept. 30, Pope Francis will create 21 new cardinals at a consistory in Rome.
Eight Takeaways From the Pope’s Latest Selection of Cardinals
COMMENTARY: While some of the appointments were expected there were also some surprises, as has been customary during his papacy.
ANALYSIS: How to Interpret Pope Francis’ Choice of New Cardinals
With this consistory, Pope Francis has ‘armored’ the College of Cardinals for several years with red hats appointed by him.
New Cardinal from Ghana to Undergo Heart Surgery in Rome
The 63-year-old received the title of cardinal while being treated in the Roman hospital.
New Cardinal and Clergy Chief: ‘My Role is to Encourage Priests’
Pope Francis elevated Cardinal You to the College of Cardinals in a ceremony in St. Peter's Basilica on Aug. 27, 2022.
Pope Francis to Cardinals: We Are Jointly Responsible for the Church
197 cardinals participated in the extraordinary consistory, the first of its kind in seven years.
197 Cardinals Meet Behind Closed Doors — But What is Being Discussed?
Vatican watchers know that the meetings are dedicated to discussing the new constitution of the Roman Curia, Praedicate evangelium.
Indian Cardinal’s Elevation Reflects Portuguese Goa’s Contribution to the Catholic Faith
COMMENTARY: With the creation of Cardinal Filipe Neri António Sebastião do Rosário Ferrão, there will be five Indian cardinal electors, a sign of the rising importance of the Church in India.
One New Cardinal Did Not Attend the Consistory Due to Heart Problems: Here Is What Pope Francis Said
Cardinal Baawobr also serves as a member of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity, a post he has held since July 2020.
