The appointment marks a major step in Pope Francis’ aim to give women more leadership roles in governing the church.

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Pope Francis has named the first woman to head a major Vatican office. He is appointing Sister Simona Brambilla, an Italian ...

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Cardinal Baldassare Reina emphasized three fundamental aspects of episcopal ministry while emphasizing that episcopacy is ...

Children occupy a privileged place in God’s heart, and whoever harms them will be accountable to him,” the Pontiff said.