South African archbishop included as Pope Francis puts stamp on church future with new cardinals: Pope Francis on Sunday announced that he would elevate 21 churchmen to the high rank of cardinal, again putting his mark on the group that will one day…
Pope Francis leads the Angelus prayer from his window, at the Vatican, July 9, 2023.Pope Francis on Sunday announced he would elevate 21 churchmen to the high rank of cardinal, again putting his mark on the group that will one day choose his successor after his death or resignation.The ceremony to install them, known as a consistory, will be held on September 30, the 86-year-old Francis announced during his noon prayer to pilgrims and tourists in St Peter's Square.
After the September consistory, there will be 137 cardinal electors, about 73% of them chosen by Francis. This increases the possibility that the next pope will share his vision of a more progressive, inclusive church. All cardinals, regardless of their age, are allowed to take part in pre-conclave meetings, known as General Congregations, giving them a say in the type of person they think the younger cardinals should choose.
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