Pope Francis has announced the elevation of Archbishop George Koovakad to the rank of cardinal, a historic move that has garnered global attention. The Government of India, in a gesture of respect and pride, sent a high-level delegation to the Vatican, led by Union Minister George Kurien, to attend the ceremony.
The Indian Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) shared the moment on the social media platform X.com, expressing the significance of the event. “It is a matter of great pride for India that Archbishop George Koovakad will be made a cardinal by the revered Pope Francis,” the PMO captioned the photo of the Pope with the Indian delegation. The ceremony was preceded by a meeting between the Indian officials and Pope Francis.
It is a matter of immense pride for India that Archbishop George Koovakad will be created as a Cardinal by His Holiness Pope Francis.
The Government of India sent a delegation led by Union Minister Shri George Kurian to witness this Ceremony.
Prior to the Ceremony, the Indian… pic.twitter.com/LPgX4hOsAW
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) December 7, 2024
In a tweet ahead of the ceremony, Pope Francis shared his reflections on the role of faith in fostering unity and justice. “The heart of Christ is openness, gift and meeting. In Christ we learn to relate to one another in a good and happy way, so that we can establish the Kingdom of God on earth, of love and justice. In union with the heart of Christ, our hearts are able to perform this social miracle,” the Pope said.
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The heart of Christ is openness, gift, and encounter. In Christ, we learn to relate to one another in wholesome and happy ways, in order to build up God’s kingdom of love and justice on earth. United with the heart of Christ, our hearts are capable of working this social miracle.
— Pope Francis (@Pontifex) December 6, 2024
George Kurien, the Minister of State for Minority Affairs, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, represented India at this significant occasion. His presence at the Vatican underscored the importance of the event, further cementing India’s involvement in the global religious landscape.
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