The appointment of Sister Simona Brambilla as prefect of the department for religious orders is a historic step towards promoting women in leadership roles within the Catholic Church.
This marks the first time a woman has been named prefect of a dicastery in the Holy See Curia, highlighting Pope Francis’ commitment to enhance the role of women in the church.
Brambilla's co-leadership with Cardinal Fernández is significant; however, the theological necessity of having a male co-prefect stems from the inability of women to celebrate Mass.
With this appointment, Pope Francis has reinforced a transformative approach by allowing women to hold previously male-dominated roles, reflecting a broader shift in governance within the Vatican.
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