Summary
Cardinal Luigi Gambetti, the archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica, has faced criticism for his handling of a proposed restaurant atop the basilica. Franca Giansoldati from Il Messaggero reported on February 26th that a petition has been launched to gather signatures against plans for an eatery on the church’s terrace. The proposal is considered inappropriate given Canon Law which restricts activities within sacred spaces to those serving religious purposes. Gambetti, who has previously faced controversy due to his unconventional management practices, has also been under scrutiny for lax security regarding previous incidents of vandalism on the basilica’s premises. In response, supporters have called for a canonical and pastoral review of Gambetti’s position at St. Peter’s Basilica, with some suggesting reconsidering his tenure in light of this critique.
Key Topics
Bistrot Basilica, Gambetti, Vatican City
