Summary
Pope Leo XIV of the Catholic Church made several significant decisions during his first international trip, demonstrating a distinct approach compared to Pope Francis. The new General Regulations for the Roman Curia were published, aligning with Pope Francis’s reforms initiated by the apostolic constitution Praedicate Evangelium. This regulation changes the responsibilities and roles of various dicasteries within the curia. For instance, the Secretariat for the Economy now drafts and verifies contracts, while the State Secretariat no longer proposes heads of office appointments. Additionally, Leo XIV reinstated the central sector of Rome’s Diocese, which historically divided into five sectors based on geography and cultural significance. This reversal suggests a return to traditional structures rather than the decentralization advocated by Pope Francis. Other notable changes include the appointment of Archbishop Marco Melloto as adjunct secretary for Legislative Texts within the Pontifical Council. These decisions underscore Leo XIV’s approach towards governance, characterized by his ability to overturn some administrative decisions previously made by Pope Francis and his emphasis on preserving traditional structures within the Church.
Key Topics
Pope Francis, Secretariat of State, Dicastery for Doctrine
