Cardinal Michael Czerny chose a cross made with wood from the cross as a coat of arms, it comes from a boat used to cross the Mediterranean sea and arrive to Lampedusa by migrants. The plaque behind shows the word Suscipe, which means to receive. Pope Francis appoints 13 new cardinals at the 2019 Ordinary Public Consistory, choosing prelates whose lifelong careers reflect their commitment to serve the marginalized and local church communities, hailing from 11 different nations and representing multiple religious orders.

Cardinal Michael Czerny chose a cross made with wood from the cross as a coat of arms, it comes from a boat used to cross the Mediterranean sea and arrive to Lampedusa by migrants. The plaque behind shows the word Suscipe, which means to receive. Pope Francis appoints 13 new cardinals at the 2019 Ordinary Public Consistory, choosing prelates whose lifelong careers reflect their commitment to serve the marginalized and local church communities, hailing from 11 different nations and representing multiple religious orders. Stock Photo
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5 October 2019

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