Pope Francis has made a significant announcement regarding the appointment of 21 new cardinals who will be formally installed to their positions in September. The pope emphasized that the diverse origins of the new cardinals reflect the universal nature of the Church and its mission to spread God’s merciful love to all people across the globe, as reported by Vatican News.
During his weekly appearance in St. Peter’s Square, the pope revealed his selections, which include religious leaders from Jerusalem and Hong Kong, where the Catholic population is a minority. Additional appointments on the list come from Bogotá, Colombia; Capetown, South Africa; Madrid, Spain; and Łódź, Poland, according to Vatican News.
Cardinals play a crucial role as advisors to the pope on doctrinal and administrative matters, including financial affairs. They are also responsible for participating in the election of the next pope. Pope Francis stated that the installation of the new cardinals will take place during a consistory on September 30.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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