Summary
Pope Leo XIV has reinstated the celebration of the Missa in coena Domini at his cathedral basilica of St. John Lateran, a move seen as a return to traditional papal practices and strengthening ties with Rome. This decision follows earlier actions like restoring the Diocese of Rome sector eliminated by Pope Francis and returning to personal practices previously done for prisoners under his tenure in Buenos Aires. During the January 7-8 consistory, four reports were distributed to cardinals: one on synodality, another on Curia reforms, and two on doctrine and liturgical reform. Key figures like Cardinal Mario Grech (synodal process), Cardinal Fabio Baggio (migrants issues), and Cardinal Arthur Roche (liturgical practices) prepared the documents. Despite speculation about Cardinal Fabio Baggio’s potential future role due to his strong ties to Francis, Pope Leo XIV has maintained continuity by including Cardinals who were influential under Francis in preparing these reports.
Key Topics
Pope Leo XIV, Lateran Basilica, Liturgical reform
