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The American-Peruvian Cardinal who became Pope and the Filipino Cardinal have known each other for many years Photo: Vatican Media

Cardinals and Bishops

12th and last General Congregation of Cardinals: Francis’ reforms and the new Pope’s vocation to communion

A central theme of the reflection was that of communion, indicated as an essential vocation for the new Pontiff. The profile of a shepherd Pope, a teacher of humanity, capable of embodying the face of a Samaritan Church, close to the needs and wounds of humanity, was outlined. In times marked by wars, violence and strong polarization, a strong need is felt for a spiritual guide who offers mercy, synodality and hope.