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International Theological Commission appointments

Overview

Pope Francis has appointed the members of the International Theological Commission for the 2026–2031 term, expanding the body from 28 to 30 members. The new composition includes an increased number of women and lay theologians, with eight women and eight lay theologians now serving on the commission.

Geographically, the commission includes representatives from Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, and Australia. Among the new appointees is Ľubomír Žák, a professor of dogmatics from Palacký University Olomouc, who serves as an advisor to the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith on contemporary doctrinal issues.

Entities

Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith · International Theological Commission · Vatican City · Jorge Scampini · Palacký University Olomouc

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Ľubomír Žák appointed to International Theological Commission

    Professor Ľubomír Žák has been appointed by the Vatican to the International Theological Commission for the 2026–2031 term.

  2. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Pope Francis appoints new International Theological Commission

    Pope Francis has appointed 30 members to the International Theological Commission for 2026–2031, increasing the representation of women and lay theologians.

Sources

ff.upol.cz · tvmorava.cz