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Cardinal-elect George Jacob Koovakad, Organizer of Papal Journeys, speaks to Vatican News about his faith as 'a family treasure', while noting he likes 'to view the Papal Visits as pilgrimages of the Successor of Peter.'"I come from this vibrant community where the faith is passed down through generations as a family treasure."
After celebrating Sunday Mass in a parish during a short visit to Spain, Cardinal-elect Koovakad learned of his appointment through friends in the Vatican who informed him that the Pope had chosen him to be one of the prelates to become Cardinal at the 7 December 2024 Consistory in the Vatican. It was this life of faith in my family that helped me discover my vocation to the priesthood. Besides my grandparents and parents, I am also indebted to my uncle, who is a religious priest.As a university student, I was one of the leaders of a Catholic Association, and I remember the organization of work camps for university students in distant places during the vacation. That was a prelude to my current service. My formation in the diplomatic service of the Church has been invaluable.
Q: Based on your experience traveling with the Pope around the world, what do you see as the Church’s priorities today, and what are her greatest challenges? Pope Francis invites all to promote a culture of care by becoming champions of fraternity. In this sense, in today's war-torn world, and to have a peaceful future, dialogue and friendship are fundamental. Therefore, even when faced with the temptation to despair, Christians must remain people of hope.
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