Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo
Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo is an Argentine bishop and a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, known for his close association with Pope Francis. He served as the Chancellor of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences, where he has focused on social issues and ethical concerns. Sánchez Sorondo has been influential in promoting the Church's engagement with contemporary social challenges. Recently, he was mentioned in the news as he reportedly guided Juan Grabois on how to deliver a letter to Pope Francis during the latter's hospitalization in Rome.
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Recent news mentions
Archbishop Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo suggests that a compromise candidate may emerge if two candidates neutralize each other.
¿Quién será el sucesor del Papa Francisco?
Argentina· 2025-04-26
Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo has been a prominent figure in the Vatican for decades, working closely with Pope Francis on various issues.
"Creo que puede salir un (Papa) tapado, es muy probable que pase"Argentina· 2025-04-25
Bishop Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo praised Pope Francis for his concern for the poor and disenfranchised based on the Beatitudes.
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88 | Lead Stories
Jamaica· 2025-04-21
Monsignor Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo is noted for having worked closely with Jorge Bergoglio.
una misa en la Iglesia Nacional de Argentina, en Roma, para rezar por Francisco y celebrar su mejoríaArgentina· 2025-02-25
Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo advised Juan Grabois on how to leave a letter for Pope Francis.
Impiden al piquetero argentino Juan Grabois ver sin permiso al Papa Francisco, hospitalizado en Roma
Uruguay· 2025-02-25
