George Jacob Koovakad
George Jacob Koovakad is an Indian priest from Kerala who was elevated to the rank of Cardinal by Pope Francis in December 2024, highlighting the Vatican's recognition of India's vibrant Catholic community. He has been a significant figure in coordinating the Pope's international travels since 2020 and serves as the Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue.
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George Jacob Koovakad was responsible for organizing the apostolic trips of Pope Francis before being succeeded by Salas Castañeda.
Papa León XIV nombra a un mexicano como coordinador de sus viajes; se trata de José Nahúm Jairo Salas Castañeda
Mexico· 2025-06-21
George Jacob Koovakad is a Vatican diplomat and was responsible for organizing international trips for Pope Francis.
Kdo je Ukrajinec, ki kot najmlajši kardinal voli novega papeža?
Slovenia· 2025-05-08
George Jacob Koovakad is noted as the last cardinal appointed among the order of deacons.
Migliaia di occhi puntati sul comignolo in attesa della fumata. I balconi affittati a 500 euro
Italy· 2025-05-08
George Jacob Koovakad is the cardinal responsible for opening and closing the doors of the Sistine Chapel during the conclave.
“Cum clave”: quién cerrará y abrirá la Sixtina - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-05-07George Jacob Koovakad is tasked with closing the door to start the Conclave proceedings.
Come si elegge il nuovo Papa: le «regole» del Conclave, dal giuramento alle votazioni (fino alla fumata bianca)Italy· 2025-05-01
George Jacob Koovakad was responsible for organizing international trips for Pope Francis between 2021 and 2024.
¿Un Papa de 45 años? Mykola Bychok, el cardenal más joven que participará en el próximo cónclave
Colombia· 2025-04-29George Jacob Koovakad is the first Indian priest to be directly elevated to the rank of cardinal.
Conozca los cardenales más jóvenes que participarán en el cónclave para elegir al nuevo papaColombia· 2025-04-29George Jacob Koovakad was elevated to the rank of Cardinal by Pope Francis, recognizing India's vibrant Catholic presence.
Pope Francis India connection: Canonisations, cardinals, and a visit that wasn’t | India News
India· 2025-04-21
