"Sr Mary T Barron joins department that promotes understanding between the Catholic Church and non-Christian faiths"
"An Irish nun appointed by Pope Leo as a top Vatican adviser has expressed her delight that the American pontiff is "strengthening" Pope Francis's inclusion of women."
"This week, the Pope announced the appointment of Sr Mary T Barron (57) as a consultor to the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, the department tasked with promoting understanding between the Catholic Church and non-Christian faiths."
Sr Mary T Barron, 57, has been appointed as a consultor to the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue. The Dicastery promotes understanding between the Catholic Church and non-Christian faiths. The appointment was announced this week and identifies her as an Irish nun appointed by Pope Leo as a top Vatican adviser. She expressed delight that the American pontiff is "strengthening" Pope Francis's inclusion of women. The consultor role involves advising on interreligious engagement, building bridges with other faith communities, and contributing to the Vatican's policy and outreach. The appointment signals continued attention to women's participation in Vatican advisory structures.
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