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New Appointments and Confirmations at the Council for the Economy

Pope Francis has confirmed Cardinal Marx as coordinator and appointed four new lay members, including two female managers under 40.

11 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Pope Francis has announced new appointments and confirmations within the Council for the Economy. Cardinal Marx has been confirmed in his role as coordinator, with Charlotte Kreuter-Kirchhof as vice-coordinator and Monsignor Brian Edwin Ferme as secretary.

Additionally, four new lay members have been appointed, including two women under the age of 40, as reported by Vatican News and ANSA.

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