Pope Leo XIV Names 24 New Theologians to Vatican Advisory Body

Author

Edward Pentin

Published

October 21, 2026

Pope Leo XIV has appointed 24 new members to the International Theological Commission (ITC), including six women, to advise on doctrinal questions. The appointees, selected by Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, will focus on Tradition and enculturation of the faith. Among them are French Jesuit Father Michel Fédou, Burkinabé Jesuit Father Paul Béré, and Greek Melkite Father Khaled Anatolios. Notably, some appointees hold views conflicting with established Church teaching, such as on women’s ordination and same-sex blessings. More: National Catholic Register

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