The tenth General Congregation of Cardinals was held on the morning of May 5 at the Vatican with the participation of 179 cardinals, 132 of whom are electors. The session began with a shared prayer and featured 26 interventions focused on the great challenges and mission of the Church in today's world.
The Church today
Among the themes highlighted were the missionary nature of the Church, the role of Caritas as a witness to evangelical justice, and the need for a Pope who is close, a guide and a bridge in a fragmented world.
Reflections were made on the transmission of the faith, creation, war and unity within the Church itself. The hope inspired by the prayer of the Pope Francis during the pandemic.
The current strength of the Gospel was underscored, even in the attention of the media, and it was recalled that Christ is present not only in the Eucharist, but also in the poor. Among the documents mentioned, the following stood out Constitution Dei Verbumas spiritual nourishment for the People of God.
Oath of Cardinals and Officers
The Director of the Press Office informed that the Cardinal electors are already staying at Casa Santa Marta and Santa Marta Vecchia, and that the works of adaptation in the Sistine Chapel are almost finished. On Monday afternoon, the eleventh Congregation will be held, and at 3:00 p.m. there will be the oath of the officials and assistants to the Conclave in the Pauline Chapel.
