Pope Francis names first woman to lead major Vatican office

Pope Francis has appointed Sister Simona Brambilla as the first woman to lead a major Vatican office, marking a significant step towards gender inclusivity within the Catholic Church. Brambilla will head the Dicastery for the Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life, overseeing all Catholic religious orders globally.

Pope Francis names first woman to lead major Vatican office
Pope Francis has appointed Sister Simona Brambilla as the first woman to lead a major Vatican office, marking a significant step towards gender inclusivity within the Catholic Church. Brambilla will head the Dicastery for the Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life, overseeing all Catholic religious orders globally.