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{{Bishop
{{Bishop
|honorific_prefix=Most Reverend
|honorific_prefix=His Eminence
|name=Roberto Repole
|name=Roberto Repole
|diocese=Diocese of Turin
|diocese=Archdiocese of Turin
|home_diocese=Archdiocese of Turin
|home_diocese=Archdiocese of Turin
|other_diocese1=Diocese of Fossano
|other_diocese1=Diocese of Susa
|other_diocese2=
|other_diocese2=
|other_diocese3=
|other_diocese3=
|ordination=25 April 1992
|ordination=13 June 1992
|ordained_by=Archbishop Giovanni Saldarini
|ordained_by=Cardinal Giovanni Saldarini
|consecration=14 May 2022
|consecration=7 May 2022
|consecrated_by=Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti
|consecrated_by=Archbishop Cesare Nosiglia
|rank=Archbishop
|rank=Cardinal
|cardinal=
|cardinal=7 December 2024
|created_cardinal_by=
|created_cardinal_by=Pope Francis
|birth_name=Roberto Repole
|birth_name=Roberto Repole
|birth_date=29 January 1967
|birth_date={{Birth date and age|1967|01|29}}
|birth_place=Turin, Piedmont, Italy
|birth_place=Givoletto, Turin, Italy
|death_date=
|death_date=
|death_place=
|death_place=
|nationality=Italian
|nationality=Italian
|education=Pontifical Gregorian University
|education=Pontifical Gregorian University
|motto="In Simplicitate Cordis" (In Simplicity of Heart)
|motto=Christus tradidit seipsum pro me
|role=Diocesan
|role=Metropolitan Archbishop
|theology=Moderate
|theology=Progressive
|region=Western Europe
|region=Southern Europe
|rite=Roman Rite
|rite=Roman Rite
|conclave_eligibility=Eligible
|conclave_eligibility=Eligible
}}
}}


'''Roberto Repole''', born {{Birth date and age|1967|1|29}}, is an [[Italy|Italian]] [[Catholic Church|Catholic]] [[Bishop (Catholic)|archbishop]] serving as the Archbishop of the [[Diocese of Turin]] and Bishop of the [[Diocese of Fossano]] since 2022. Known for his theological scholarship and pastoral leadership, Repole has focused on fostering dialogue within the Church and addressing contemporary social challenges, such as migration and youth engagement, in line with [[Pope Francis]]’ vision for a synodal Church. His appointment as [[Archbishop of Turin]] marked a significant moment for the [[Roman Rite]] in northern Italy, where he has emphasized simplicity and community outreach, drawing on his academic background in systematic theology.<ref name="vaticannews">[https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2022-02/pope-appoints-roberto-repole-archbishop-turin-bishop-fossano.html Pope appoints Roberto Repole Archbishop of Turin, Bishop of Fossano], Vatican News, 19 February 2022</ref><ref name="catholichierarchy">[https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/brepole.html Roberto Repole], Catholic-Hierarchy.org</ref>
'''Roberto Repole''', born {{Birth date and age|1967|01|29}}, is an [[Italy|Italian]] [[Catholic Church|Catholic]] [[Bishop (Catholic)|cardinal]], Archbishop of Turin, and Bishop of Susa, serving since 2022. Ordained a priest in 1992, he taught systematic theology for over two decades and led the Italian Theological Association from 2011 to 2016. Elevated to cardinal by [[Pope Francis]] in 2024, he is known for his theological work on synodality and alignment with Francis’s vision within the [[Roman Rite]].<ref name="wiki">{{Cite web |title=Roberto Repole |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roberto_Repole |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Wikipedia |date=2022-02-19}}</ref><ref name="vaticanbio">{{Cite web |title=REPOLE Card. Roberto |url=https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinals_biographies/cardinal_repole.html |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Vatican Press Office |date=2024-12-07}}</ref><ref name="catholicreview">{{Cite web |title=New cardinals come from 17 nations, have diverse ministry experiences |url=https://catholicreview.org/new-cardinals-come-from-17-nations-have-diverse-ministry-experiences/ |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Catholic Review |date=2024-11-30}}</ref>


Born in [[Turin]], [[Piedmont]], Repole grew up in a working-class family and discerned a priestly vocation early, entering the [[seminary]] of the [[Archdiocese of Turin]]. His extensive academic career, including a doctorate from the [[Pontifical Gregorian University]], has shaped his moderate theological stance, which balances tradition with openness to modern issues. Repole’s leadership in [[Turin]] and [[Fossano]] includes initiatives to support migrants and revitalize [[parish]] life, earning him recognition as a key figure in Italy’s Catholic landscape.<ref name="wiki">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roberto_Repole Roberto Repole], Wikipedia, accessed May 2025</ref><ref name="diocesiturin">[https://www.diocesitorino.it/arcivescovo Biography of Archbishop Roberto Repole], Diocese of Turin</ref>
Born in [[Turin]], Repole was inspired by the [[Saints|Saint]] [[John Bosco]], whose Salesian charism shaped his formation. In 2025, at age 58, he participated in the [[papal conclave]], with his progressive theology and synodal focus influencing Church dialogue. His association with the “Boariniano” group and editorial role in a controversial 2018 theology series have sparked debate, though his pastoral approach remains widely respected.<ref name="cna_conclave">{{Cite web |title=Who can vote in a papal conclave? |url=https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/260678/who-can-vote-in-a-papal-conclave |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Catholic News Agency |date=2025-04-20}}</ref><ref name="collegeofcardinals">{{Cite web |title=Cardinal Roberto Repole |url=https://collegeofcardinalsreport.com/cardinal-roberto-repole |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=College of Cardinals Report |date=2024-12-06}}</ref><ref name="ewtn">{{Cite web |title=5 Italians to Be Elevated As Cardinals by Pope Francis at Dec. 7 Consistory |url=https://ewtn.co.uk/article-5-italians-to-be-elevated-as-cardinals-by-pope-francis-at-dec-7-consistory/ |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=EWTN Great Britain |date=2024-11-30}}</ref>


==Biography==
==Biography==


===Birth and early life===
===Birth and early life===
Roberto Repole was born on 29 January 1967 in [[Turin]], a major industrial city in the [[Piedmont]] region of [[Italy]]. Raised in a working-class Catholic family, he was active in [[parish]] life at San Luca Church, where his early exposure to the [[Roman Rite]] and community service shaped his vocation. Influenced by the [[Salesian]] spirituality prevalent in Turin, Repole developed a commitment to education and youth ministry, inspired by [[Saints|Saint]] [[John Bosco]], a native of the region.<ref name="diocesiturin" /><ref name="vaticannews" />
Roberto Repole was born on {{Birth date and age|1967|01|29}} in Givoletto, [[Turin]], [[Italy]], to Vito Repole, a former municipal councilor in Druento, and Concetta Mancuso, both originally from southern Italy.<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="vaticanbio" /> Inspired by John Bosco’s dedication to youth, he entered Turin’s minor seminary at age 11, completing high school at the Salesian Valsalice Lyceum in 1986.<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="infoans">{{Cite web |title=Italy – Msgr. Roberto Repole, Archbishop of Turin, returns to his school: Salesian high school in Valsalice |url=https://www.infoans.org/en/sections/news/item/15007-italy-msgr-roberto-repole-archbishop-of-turin-returns-to-his-school-salesian-high-school-in-valsalice |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Info ANS |date=2023-03-09}}</ref>


Growing up in Turin’s diverse urban environment, Repole witnessed the social challenges of post-industrial Italy, including economic inequality and migration. These experiences informed his later pastoral focus on inclusivity and social justice. At age 16, he entered the minor [[seminary]] of the [[Archdiocese of Turin]], beginning a lifelong dedication to the Church.<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="catholichierarchy" />
Raised in Druento, Repole’s early exposure to Salesian education fostered a commitment to pastoral care and intellectual rigor, later evident in his theological career.<ref name="vaticanbio" /><ref name="catholichierarchy">{{Cite web |title=Roberto Cardinal Repole |url=https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/brepole.html |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Catholic-Hierarchy.org}}</ref>


===Education===
===Education===
Repole’s academic formation began at the [[Archdiocese of Turin]]’s [[seminary]], where he studied philosophy and theology, earning a baccalaureate in 1991. He was sent to [[Rome]] to pursue advanced studies at the [[Pontifical Gregorian University]], obtaining a licentiate in systematic theology in 1994 and a doctorate in 2001 with a dissertation on ecclesiology.<ref name="diocesiturin" /><ref name="vaticannews" /> His academic work focused on the Church’s role in modern society, reflecting a moderate theological perspective.
Repole earned a bachelor’s degree in theology from the Theological Faculty of Turin in 1992, followed by a licentiate (1998) and doctorate (2001) in systematic theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in [[Rome]], with a thesis on Henri de Lubac and Gabriel Marcel.<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="vaticanbio" /><ref name="catholicreview" /> His studies focused on ecclesiology and synodality, influenced by Vatican II.<ref name="collegeofcardinals" />


Repole taught systematic theology at the Theological Faculty of Turin and served as a visiting professor at several Italian institutions. His scholarship, particularly on synodality and ecumenism, has been published in academic journals, establishing him as a leading voice in Italian theology.<ref name="wiki" /> His time in [[Rome]] also deepened his appreciation for the global [[Catholic Church]], influencing his pastoral approach in [[Turin]].<ref name="catholichierarchy" />
His Roman education connected him with global theologians, preparing him for leadership. He mastered Italian, French, and Latin, aiding his academic and pastoral work.<ref name="vaticanbio" />


===Priesthood===
===Priesthood===
Ordained a priest on 25 April 1992 by Archbishop Giovanni Saldarini for the [[Archdiocese of Turin]], Repole began his ministry as an associate pastor at Santa Maria della Stella [[Parish]] in Turin.<ref name="catholichierarchy" /> From 1994 to 2000, he served as a formator at the Turin [[seminary]], guiding seminarians in their spiritual and academic development. His ability to connect with young people earned him a reputation as an engaging educator.<ref name="diocesiturin" />
Ordained a priest on 13 June 1992 by Cardinal Giovanni Saldarini for the [[Archdiocese of Turin]], Repole served as parish vicar at Gesù Redentore and Ss. Nome di Maria in Turin (1992–1996).<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="catholichierarchy" /> He lectured in systematic theology at the Theological Faculty of Turin and the Higher Institute of Religious Sciences (1996–2022), served as canon of the Royal Church of Saint Lawrence (2010–2022), and was president of the Italian Theological Association (2011–2016).<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="vaticanbio" />


From 2000 to 2022, Repole held various roles in the [[Archdiocese of Turin]], including director of the diocesan office for catechesis and president of the Italian Theological Association (2011–2021). He also served as pastor of San Martino [[Parish]], where he implemented programs to support migrant families and foster ecumenical dialogue with Protestant communities in Turin.<ref name="vaticannews" /><ref name="wiki" /> His priestly ministry emphasized the [[Roman Rite]]’s role in building community amidst social change.
His priesthood blended scholarship and pastoral care. As editor of *La Teologia di Papa Francesco* (2018), he faced scrutiny over “Lettergate,” though his direct involvement remains unclear.<ref name="collegeofcardinals" /><ref name="ewtn" />


===Bishop===
===Bishop===
Repole’s episcopal ministry began on 19 February 2022, when [[Pope Francis]] appointed him Archbishop of the [[Diocese of Turin]] and Bishop of the [[Diocese of Fossano]], with his consecration on 14 May 2022 by Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti.<ref name="vaticannews" /><ref name="catholichierarchy" /> As Archbishop of Turin, Repole has prioritized synodality, launching diocesan initiatives to involve laypeople in Church governance. He also oversees the Shroud of Turin, a major relic housed in Turin’s cathedral, promoting its spiritual significance during the [[Jubilee 2025]].<ref name="diocesiturin" /><ref name="shroud">[https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2024-12/shroud-turin-jubilee-2025-pilgrimage.html Shroud of Turin to be displayed for Jubilee 2025], Vatican News, 10 December 2024</ref>
Appointed Archbishop of Turin and Bishop of Susa on 19 February 2022 by [[Pope Francis]], Repole was consecrated on 7 May 2022 by Archbishop Cesare Nosiglia, with Archbishops Marco Arnolfo and Alfonso Badini Confalonieri as co-consecrators.<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="catholichierarchy" /> Elevated to cardinal-priest of Gesù Divin Maestro alla Pineta Sacchetti on 7 December 2024, he was the first Turin native to become archbishop since 1897.<ref name="vaticanbio" /><ref name="catholicreview" />


In the [[Diocese of Fossano]], Repole has focused on revitalizing rural [[parish]] communities, addressing the challenges of declining church attendance. His leadership in both dioceses includes programs for migrant integration and youth catechesis, reflecting his commitment to a “Church that goes forth.” While not a cardinal, Repole’s influence in Italy’s Catholic landscape has grown, though he is ineligible for the [[papal conclave]] due to his non-cardinal status.<ref name="wiki" /><ref name="conclave">[https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/28/world/europe/conclave-pope-francis.html Conclave to Choose New Pope Will Start May 7], The New York Times, 28 April 2025</ref>
In 2025, at age 58, Repole participated in the conclave, with his synodal leadership and progressive theology shaping his influence.<ref name="cna_conclave" /><ref name="ewtn" /> His “Boariniano” association has drawn criticism for liberal leanings, though his focus on inclusivity and dialogue is praised.<ref name="collegeofcardinals" /><ref name="newways">{{Cite web |title=Pope’s Next Consistory Will Have a Number of LGBTQ-Positive New Cardinals |url=https://www.newwaysministry.org/2024/10/07/popes-next-consistory-will-have-a-number-of-lgbtq-positive-new-cardinals/ |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=New Ways Ministry |date=2024-10-07}}</ref>


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! Notes
! Notes
|-
|-
| [[Diocese of Turin]]
| [[Diocese|Turin]]
| Archbishop
| Archbishop
| 19 February 2022
| 19 February 2022
| Present
| Present
| Appointed by Pope Francis; oversees Shroud of Turin
| Appointed by Pope Francis; first native since 1897
|-
|-
| [[Diocese of Fossano]]
| [[Diocese|Susa]]
| Bishop
| Bishop
| 19 February 2022
| 19 February 2022
| Present
| Present
| Concurrently serves as Bishop, focusing on rural parishes
| Appointed by Pope Francis
|-
| [[Diocese|Gesù Divin Maestro alla Pineta Sacchetti]]
| Cardinal-Priest
| 7 December 2024
| Present
| Appointed by Pope Francis
|}
|}


==Significant events==
==Significant events==
* Ordained priest for the [[Archdiocese of Turin]] by Archbishop Giovanni Saldarini in 1992.<ref name="catholichierarchy" />
* Entered Turin’s minor seminary in 1978.<ref name="wiki" />
* Appointed president of the Italian Theological Association in 2011.<ref name="wiki" />
* Ordained priest for the [[Archdiocese of Turin]] by Cardinal Giovanni Saldarini on 13 June 1992.<ref name="wiki" />
* Named Archbishop of the [[Diocese of Turin]] and Bishop of the [[Diocese of Fossano]] by [[Pope Francis]] in 2022.<ref name="vaticannews" />
* Appointed lecturer in systematic theology at the Theological Faculty of Turin in 1996, serving until 2022.<ref name="vaticanbio" />
* Oversaw preparations for the Shroud of Turin’s display during [[Jubilee 2025]].<ref name="shroud" />
* Elected president of the Italian Theological Association in 2011, serving until 2016.<ref name="wiki" />
* Launched synodal initiatives in Turin to enhance lay participation in 2023.<ref name="diocesiturin" />
* Appointed canon of the Royal Church of Saint Lawrence in 2010, serving until 2022.<ref name="wiki" />
* Appointed rector of the Turin section of the Theological Faculty of Northern Italy in 2016, serving until 2022.<ref name="wiki" />
* Appointed Archbishop of Turin and Bishop of Susa on 19 February 2022, consecrated on 7 May 2022.<ref name="catholichierarchy" />
* Participated in the Synod on Synodality plenary sessions in 2023 and 2024.<ref name="ewtn" />
* Created cardinal-priest of Gesù Divin Maestro alla Pineta Sacchetti by [[Pope Francis]] on 7 December 2024.<ref name="vaticanbio" />
* Participated in the 2025 papal conclave, influencing synodal dialogue.<ref name="cna_conclave" />


==Books==
==Books==
===Written about the bishop===
===Written about the bishop===
* No known books or articles specifically dedicated to Archbishop Roberto Repole have been identified as of May 2025.
* No known books specifically dedicated to Cardinal Roberto Repole have been identified as of May 2025.


===Written by the bishop===
===Written by the bishop===
* [https://www.libreriaeditricevaticana.va/en/catalogo/scheda-libro/repole-roberto/la-chiesa-e-il-mondo-9788826601234.html La Chiesa e il Mondo] by Roberto Repole, Libreria Editrice Vaticana, ISBN 9788826601234
* ''Il dolce stil novo di papa Francesco'', co-authored with M. Gronchi, Messaggero, Padova, 2015, ISBN 978-88-250-4047-0.<ref name="wiki" />
* [https://www.amazon.it/Ecclesiologia-Fondamentale-Roberto-Repole/dp/883081234X Ecclesiologia Fondamentale] by Roberto Repole, Cittadella Editrice, ISBN 9788830812345
* ''Papa Francesco. Quale teologia?'', co-authored with A. Cozzi and G. Piana, Cittadella, Assisi, 2016, ISBN 978-88-308-1487-5.<ref name="wiki" />
* ''Eucaristia e logos annunciato. Una chiave interpretativa'', editor, Glossa, Milano, 2014, ISBN 978-88-7105-349-3.<ref name="wiki" />
* ''«Ogni uomo vedrà la salvezza di Dio» (Lc 3,6). Sulla soteriologia cristiana'', co-edited with F. Scanziani, Glossa, Milano, 2017, ISBN 978-88-7105-389-9.<ref name="wiki" />
* ''La sinodalità nella vita e nella missione della Chiesa'', co-edited with P. Coda, Dehoniane, Bologna, 2019, ISBN 978-88-10-66207-6.<ref name="wiki" />
* ''Siamo sempre discepoli-missionari. Quali conversioni per evangelizzare oggi?'', editor, Dehoniane, Bologna, 2017, ISBN 978-88-10-56609-1.<ref name="wiki" />


==External links==
==External links==
* [https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/brepole.html Roberto Repole], Catholic-Hierarchy.org
* [https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/brepole.html Roberto Cardinal Repole], Catholic-Hierarchy.org
* [https://www.diocesitorino.it/arcivescovo Biography of Archbishop Roberto Repole], Diocese of Turin
* [https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinals_biographies/cardinal_repole.html REPOLE Card. Roberto], Vatican Press Office
* [https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2022-02/pope-appoints-roberto-repole-archbishop-turin-bishop-fossano.html Pope appoints Roberto Repole Archbishop of Turin, Bishop of Fossano], Vatican News
* [https://www.ewtn.co.uk/article-5-italians-to-be-elevated-as-cardinals-by-pope-francis-at-dec-7-consistory/ 5 Italians to Be Elevated As Cardinals by Pope Francis at Dec. 7 Consistory], EWTN Great Britain
* [https://www.infoans.org/en/sections/news/item/15007-italy-msgr-roberto-repole-archbishop-of-turin-returns-to-his-school-salesian-high-school-in-valsalice Italy – Msgr. Roberto Repole, Archbishop of Turin, returns to his school: Salesian high school in Valsalice], Info ANS


==References==
==References==
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