Camerlengo (Catholic Church)
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A Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church is an official in the papal household who takes care of the property and money of the Holy See. He is always a cardinal as set by the apostolic constitution Pastor bonus of 1988.[1][2][3][4]
Before the 15th century, the Camerlengo was not necessarily a cardinal.[2]
When there is no Pope in office (sede vacante), the Camerlengo runs the daily work of the Holy See and helps to prepare for a new pope.[4] His coat of arms is used on the Church’s coat of arms during this time.[2][3]
The current Camerlengo is Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who was chosen on 14 February 2019 by Pope Francis.[5]
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References
- ↑ "Pastor Bonus". Archived from the original on 23 February 2001. Retrieved 15 March 2020.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Cardinal camerlengo". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2025-03-25.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Camerlengo". www.newadvent.org. Retrieved 2025-03-25.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "camerlengo". Collins Dictionary. Retrieved 2025-03-25.
- ↑ "Pope Francis names Cardinal Kevin Farrell camerlengo". Catholic News Agency. Retrieved 2025-03-25.
