Cardinals

Pope Francis convened the two-day meeting with the Cardinals to focus on the reform of the curia and missionary outreach.

With the creation of six new cardinals for Asia on 27 August, the number of cardinals born or carrying out their ministry in Asia rises to 21

Asia has the second highest number of cardinal electors to choose the next pope, after Europe.

Pope Francis’ fascination for the periphery continues to be reflected in the choice of the new cardinals. Six at one go is a first for Asia and a major boost as the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences (FABC) celebrates the golden jubilee of its foundation in October this year.

The office of cardinal is of great prominence in the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis announces that he will create 21 new Cardinals at a Consistory on August 27, 2022. They represent the Church worldwide and reflect a wide variety of cultures, contexts and pastoral ministries.