French nun, Sr. Nathalie Becquart, is one of the highest ranking women in the Vatican. Forbes magazine has named her one of the 50 most influential women of the year. For the third consecutive year, Forbes has published the 50 over 50 list, highlighting women who continue to achieve great success in the world of science, finance, fashion and religion after the age of 50. The magazine emphasized Sr. Becquart's influence in the Vatican in her role as undersecretary of the Synod of Bishops, appointed by Pope Francis in 2021. ARCHIVE 2021SR. NATHALIE BECQUARTUndersecretariat, Synod of Bishops“I hope that this appointment will contribute in the dioceses, the parishes and the movements, to open up new possibilities, to open up new doors, and to include more and more women in the reflection, discernment and decision-making processes.”With her appointment, Sr. Becquart nun became the first woman with the right to vote in this advisory body, which is important for the life of the Church.

Source: Forbes January 13, 2024 14:16 UTC