Summary
In a flurry of ecclesiastical activities, Pope Leo XIII convened his first Consistory on Monday to discuss matters of governance and leadership within the Catholic Church. During the meeting, which took place at the Vatican Palace, several new Cardinals were appointed to fill vacancies in the College of Cardinals. Among them was Archbishop Giuseppe Bertone, who received the pallium, a sign of papal endorsement for his role as archbishop. Additionally, diplomatic appointments were made; Monsignor Carlo Maria Martini was named Apostolic Nuncio to Bulgaria. The Pope also extended Holy Year invitations to pilgrims from different countries, marking the beginning of the Jubilee year 2017–2018. This Consistory and associated events underscore the Vatican’s ongoing efforts in organizational and pastoral matters within the Church.
Key Topics
Leo XIV, Consistory, Diplomatic Corps
