Tag: Roman curia
Cardinal Piacenza turns 80 and can no longer vote in conclave
Cardinal Mauro Piacenza has been in the Curia since 1990 and is one of the longest serving cardinals in the Vatican. When Pope John Paul II appointed him, it was to serve in the Congregation for the Clergy.
Is Pope Pius X one of the greatest reformers in church...
Considered as one of the greatest reforming popes in history, 20 August commemorates 110 years since the death of Pope Pius X.
The reform of the Roman Curia: changes ahead
Pope Francis has begun a reform of the Roman Curia as he prepares for the resignation of clergy members. Clergy must officially tender their resignation at 75, whereas Cardinals can remain in office until the age of 80, if the pope agrees.