THE Catholic Church prepares to start the process of choosing the new Pope from May 7, and among the names listed is the cardinal Peter Turkson from Ghana. At the age of 76, Turkson is internationally recognized as an opinion maker and stands out for his moderate posture and six-language skill.
Current Chancellor of Pontifical Academies of Sciences and Social Sciences a position designated by Pope Francis, Turkson gained international projection after his participation in the Davos World Economic Forum, where he discussed the need for an international monetary authority.
Cardinal profile
Son of a family with ten brothers, Turkson is known for his dedication to Bible studies, being considered a “biblist” in the Vatican. Your linguistic skill impresses: besides talking six languages he understands two others.
During the 2013 conclave, Turkson was appointed by analysts as a strong candidate, coming close to becoming the first “Black Papa” of modern history. Moreover, his view of the relationship between faith and science is recognized, as demonstrated in one of his speech: “A true growth of the human person requires science and faith.”
Challenges for the application
Despite his prominence, Turkson faces challenges in his potential candidacy for the papacy. Your advanced age for example, it is seen as a factor that could result in a relatively short pontificate.
In addition, its moderate position generates resistance from both liberals and conservatives within the church.
The desired profile for the next Pope, according to discussions between the cardinals, is from someone capable of building bridges, concerned with world wars and a more pastoral approach. These characteristics can influence the chances of Turkson and other candidates in the next conclave.
This content was originally published in Peter Turkson: Ghana Cardinal can be the 1st black and African Pope on CNN Brazil.
Source: CNN Brasil
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