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Almost half of the Roman Curia’s most important departments are currently led by prelates past the recommended retirement age of 75.
VATICAN CITY — On Jan. 18, Pope Francis’ pontificate exceeded that of Pope Benedict XVI's in duration, and as of Feb. 13, 2021, Francis had led the Catholic Church for 2,894 days compared to Benedict's 2,867.
When he was elected at the age of 76, few — including Francis himself — expected his pontificate to last this long. Francis appears to be as active as ever, about to embark on his first overseas papal trip in more than a year, and apart from his recurring bouts of painful sciatica, seemingly in relatively good health.
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A Venerable Vatican: Many Current Curial Leaders Are Past Retirement Age
VATICAN CITY — On Jan. 18, Pope Francis’ pontificate exceeded that of Pope Benedict XVI's in duration, and as of Feb. 13, 2021, Francis had led the Catholic Church for 2,894 days compared to Benedict's 2,867.
When he was elected at the age of 76, few — including Francis himself — expected his pontificate to last this long. Francis appears to be as active as ever, about to embark on his first overseas papal trip in more than a year, and apart from his recurring bouts of painful sciatica, seemingly in relatively good health.
Continued below.
A Venerable Vatican: Many Current Curial Leaders Are Past Retirement Age
