Marcello Semeraro
Marcello Semeraro is an Italian cardinal and the prefect of the Dicastero delle Cause dei Santi. He has been a close associate of Pope Francis for nearly 25 years, having first collaborated with him during the 2001 Synod of Bishops. Semeraro is known for his deep commitment to the church's mission and has played a significant role in advancing the causes of saints, including the recent declaration of Venerable status for Salvo d'Acquisto. His friendship with Pope Francis highlights a shared vision for the Church, particularly in addressing contemporary issues and emphasizing the importance of spiritual strength and reflection.
Born on Oct 22, 1947 (77 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 27,988 | $350,000 | 193$ |
| Costa Rica | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 3,392 | $62,000 | 41$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 8,083 | $89,000 | 66$ |
| Panama | 1 | 6.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 4,635 | $76,000 | 82$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 118,634 | $1,500,000 | 843$ |
| Germany | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 58,713 | $3,845,000 | 2,694$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 6,885 | $240,000 | 162$ |
| Monaco | 1 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 39,242 | 41 | $7,800 | 8$ |
| Totals | 8 | 376,209,100 | 228,371 | $6,169,800 | 4,089$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Germany:
Marcello Semeraro is a Curial Cardinal who discussed canonizations with the Pope.
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Costa Rica:
Cardinal Marcello Semeraro met with Pope Francis to discuss the promulgation of the decree for Gaudí's beatification.
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Panama:
Marcello Semeraro is the prefect of the Dicasterio de la Causa de los Santos who met with Pope Francisco.
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Brazil:
Cardinal Marcello Semeraro met with Pope Francisco to discuss the promulgation of the decree for Gaudí.
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Monaco:
Cardinal Marcello Semeraro is the prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints who met with Pope François.
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Portugal:
Cardinal Marcello Semeraro is the prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints who met with the Pope regarding Gaudí's beatification.
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Dominican Republic:
Marcello Semeraro is the prefect of the Dicasterio de la Causa de los Santos who met with Pope Francisco.
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Colombia:
Marcello Semeraro may be delegated by Pope Francis for the canonization ceremony.
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Paraguay:
Marcello Semeraro is mentioned as a potential delegate for the canonization ceremony of Carlo Acutis.
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Italy:
Cardinal Marcello Semeraro is the Prefect of the Causes of Saints.
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