I didn't realize D’Aniello was already 71. I wonder if that might rule him out coming to the U.S. & thus we may end up with Pena Para after all (much to Ed's delight). It was touted this week after his audience that the German Nuncio expressed to Pope Leo that he wants to retire ASAP Leo has a lot to consider.
The truth is that the world needs the Holy See’s diplomacy now more than ever. Ask anyone with experience. They will tell you that Holy See diplomats hit way above their weight and that their presence is appreciated, far much more than the lay faithful realize. At the heart of the matter is not only the vocations “crisis” but also a need to reconsider the role that the laity can play if properly trained and vetted, particularly in staffing and supporting multilateral posts like the United Nations or the Secretariat of State. This is not just about the good of the Church or international Catholic prestige, it’s about the proclamation of the Gospel and the promotion of the common good where it is needed most. We must pray for the kind of fresh thinking and wisdom that only the Holy Spirit can provide in this pivotal moment. May God bless the selfless sacrifice and example of the good men, women and good priests of the Holy See’s diplomatic corps! They deserve more recognition for the incredible work they do!
I didn't realize D’Aniello was already 71. I wonder if that might rule him out coming to the U.S. & thus we may end up with Pena Para after all (much to Ed's delight). It was touted this week after his audience that the German Nuncio expressed to Pope Leo that he wants to retire ASAP Leo has a lot to consider.
The truth is that the world needs the Holy See’s diplomacy now more than ever. Ask anyone with experience. They will tell you that Holy See diplomats hit way above their weight and that their presence is appreciated, far much more than the lay faithful realize. At the heart of the matter is not only the vocations “crisis” but also a need to reconsider the role that the laity can play if properly trained and vetted, particularly in staffing and supporting multilateral posts like the United Nations or the Secretariat of State. This is not just about the good of the Church or international Catholic prestige, it’s about the proclamation of the Gospel and the promotion of the common good where it is needed most. We must pray for the kind of fresh thinking and wisdom that only the Holy Spirit can provide in this pivotal moment. May God bless the selfless sacrifice and example of the good men, women and good priests of the Holy See’s diplomatic corps! They deserve more recognition for the incredible work they do!
Is this required to be a cleric, or can a lay person fill this? If lay person--sounds awesome, I'll apply! =)
Luke, anche Jurkovic del Canada.