Pope Francis appoints first woman prefect in the Vatican

Pope Francis appoints Sister Simona Brambilla as the first woman prefect of a major Vatican office, marking a historic step towards giving women more leadership roles in the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis appoints Sister Simona Brambilla as head of Vatican department

Pope Francis appoints Sister Simona Brambilla as the first woman to head the department responsible for consecrated life in the Church. He has been vocal about increasing women's visibility in leadership roles within the Vatican.

Pope Francis appoints first woman to head major Vatican office

Pope Francis appoints Sister Simona Brambilla as the first woman to head a major Vatican office, marking a significant move towards giving women more leadership roles in the Catholic Church.