Pope Leo XIV Appoints Cardinal Robert Sarah as Special Representative of the Holy See

Pope Leo XIV appointed Cardinal Robert Sarah as the pope's special envoy to represent him in diplomatic or ecclesiastical missions. Cardinal Sarah, known for his conservative opinions and his former role as leader in the Church, will be directly attached to the pope. This high-responsibility function confers on Cardinal Sarah a direct and personal mission of the Supreme Pontiff. As a special representative, the cardinal will be "the face and voi…

Cardinal Sarah, the Pope's Special Envoy? A Baseless Rumor Many internet users have spread the news that Cardinal Robert Sarah has been appointed Pope Leo XIV's "special envoy." However, this is fake news. Published on 05/21/2025 at 12:29 PM Zen Reading Cardinal Robert Sarah, 79, participated in the conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV in early May. - Gregorio Borgia/AP/SIPA For the past few days, social media has been abuzz with a new rumor: Card…