Cardinal Kevin Farrell has taken on the role of camerlengo following the announcement of Pope Francis' death. As camerlengo, Farrell is charged with important duties during this transition period, including verifying the death and preparing for the conclave. Farrell has a distinguished background, having been appointed a bishop by Pope John Paul II and served in various capacities at the Vatican, including prefect of the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life. His career highlights a strong commitment to his roles within the Catholic Church, particularly in the U.S.
According to Britannica, the cardinal camerlengo in Roman Catholicism is a key dignitary of the Vatican who is personally appointed by the pope.
Farrell, a Dublin-born, naturalized U.S. citizen, held a series of positions at the Vatican before Pope Francis nominated him as the camerlengo in 2019.
Farrell, 77, was born in September, 1947 in Dublin, and after completing secondary school went on to attend the University of Salamanca in Spain.
He rose quickly through the ranks at the Vatican. In 2016, Pope Francis appointed Farrell as the prefect of the newly established Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life.
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