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Cardinal Odilo Pedro Scherer, born {{Birth date and age|1949|9|21}}, is a Brazilian prelate of the Roman Catholic Church, serving as Archbishop of São Paulo since 2007 and elevated to cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI in 2007. Ordained a priest in 1976 for the Diocese of Toledo and consecrated a bishop in 2002, he is a prominent Latin American church leader, known for his pastoral engagement, advocacy for the poor, and defense of traditional doctrine, as reflected in his motto "In manus tuas" ("Into your hands"). His moderate theology balances social justice with conservative moral teachings, aligning with Pope Francis’ emphasis on mercy while critiquing secular trends, such as his 2023 defense of Vatican II against traditionalist objections. Scherer participated in the 2013 conclave that elected Francis and, at age 75, is eligible for the 2025 conclave following Francis’ death on April 21, 2025, with some sources citing him as a potential papal candidate, though health concerns and his regional focus temper expectations | Cardinal Odilo Pedro Scherer, born {{Birth date and age|1949|9|21}}, is a Brazilian prelate of the Roman Catholic Church, serving as Archbishop of São Paulo since 2007 and elevated to cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI in 2007. Ordained a priest in 1976 for the Diocese of Toledo and consecrated a bishop in 2002, he is a prominent Latin American church leader, known for his pastoral engagement, advocacy for the poor, and defense of traditional doctrine, as reflected in his motto "In manus tuas" ("Into your hands"). His moderate theology balances social justice with conservative moral teachings, aligning with Pope Francis’ emphasis on mercy while critiquing secular trends, such as his 2023 defense of Vatican II against traditionalist objections.<ref name="Post1">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/0o4k63hVqB |title=Cardeal Scherer: Concílio Vaticano II é pedra angular |publisher=ArqSP |date=2023-10-21 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> Scherer participated in the 2013 conclave that elected Francis and, at age 75, is eligible for the 2025 conclave following Francis’ death on April 21, 2025, with some sources citing him as a potential papal candidate, though health concerns and his regional focus temper expectations.<ref name="Web0">{{cite web |url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/apr/27/lobbying-next-pope-heats-up-outcome-less-predictable |title=Lobbying for next pope heats up, with outcome less predictable than ever |publisher=The Guardian |date=2025-04-27 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref><ref name="Web19">{{cite web |url=https://www.ncronline.org/news/who-will-be-next-pope-conclave-2025-preview |title=Who will be the next pope? A conclave 2025 preview |publisher=National Catholic Reporter |date=2025-04-22 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref><ref name="Post5">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/JrD9z8hWyK |title=Cardeal Odilo Scherer enfrenta problemas de saúde |publisher=catolicosbr |date=2025-02-15 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> | ||
Scherer’s tenure in São Paulo, one of the world’s largest archdioceses, has focused on urban evangelization, interfaith dialogue, and support for marginalized communities, notably defending priest Júlio Lancellotti against political attacks in 2024. However, his health issues, noted in early 2025, and the conclave’s diverse 135 electors from 70 countries reduce his likelihood of election, with candidates like Pietro Parolin and Peter Turkson seen as stronger contenders | Scherer’s tenure in São Paulo, one of the world’s largest archdioceses, has focused on urban evangelization, interfaith dialogue, and support for marginalized communities, notably defending priest Júlio Lancellotti against political attacks in 2024.<ref name="Post4">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/5tV4q2jXyZ |title=Dom Odilo defende Pe. Júlio Lancellotti |publisher=ArqSP |date=2024-03-10 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> However, his health issues, noted in early 2025, and the conclave’s diverse 135 electors from 70 countries reduce his likelihood of election, with candidates like Pietro Parolin and Peter Turkson seen as stronger contenders.<ref name="Web0" /><ref name="Web15">{{cite web |url=https://www.reuters.com/world/who-could-be-next-pope-some-possible-candidates-2025-04-21/ |title=Who could be the next pope? Some possible candidates |publisher=Reuters |date=2025-04-21 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref><ref name="Web24">{{cite web |url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-68834678 |title=The cardinals who could become the next pope |publisher=BBC News |date=2025-04-23 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> His academic background in theology and philosophy from the Pontifical Gregorian University and his German-Brazilian heritage enhance his global perspective. As an active cardinal, Scherer’s influence in the post-Francis Church centers on his conclave vote and leadership in Brazil, where he remains a respected figure despite limited papal prospects. | ||
==Biography== | ==Biography== | ||
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Odilo Pedro Scherer was born on September 21, 1949, in São Francisco do Sul, Santa Catarina, Brazil, to a German-Brazilian family of farmers. The second of 13 children, his Catholic upbringing in a rural, immigrant community sparked a vocation, leading him to enter the São José Seminary in Curitiba at age 16. His family’s faith and Brazil’s socio-economic challenges shaped his commitment to social justice. | Odilo Pedro Scherer was born on September 21, 1949, in São Francisco do Sul, Santa Catarina, Brazil, to a German-Brazilian family of farmers. The second of 13 children, his Catholic upbringing in a rural, immigrant community sparked a vocation, leading him to enter the São José Seminary in Curitiba at age 16. His family’s faith and Brazil’s socio-economic challenges shaped his commitment to social justice. | ||
Brazil’s military dictatorship (1964–1985) influenced Scherer’s early ministry, fostering a focus on pastoral care and community outreach. Fluent in Portuguese, German, Italian, and English, his intellectual aptitude foreshadowed his rise in the Church hierarchy. <ref name="CatholicHierarchy">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bscherer.html |title=Odilo Pedro Cardinal Scherer |publisher=Catholic-Hierarchy.org |date=2025-04-24 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> <ref name="Web14">{{cite web |url=https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinals_biographies/cardinal_scherer.html |title=Biography of Cardinal Odilo Pedro Scherer |publisher=Vatican Press Office |date=2025-04-24 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> | Brazil’s military dictatorship (1964–1985) influenced Scherer’s early ministry, fostering a focus on pastoral care and community outreach. Fluent in Portuguese, German, Italian, and English, his intellectual aptitude foreshadowed his rise in the Church hierarchy.<ref name="CatholicHierarchy">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bscherer.html |title=Odilo Pedro Cardinal Scherer |publisher=Catholic-Hierarchy.org |date=2025-04-24 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref><ref name="Web14">{{cite web |url=https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinals_biographies/cardinal_scherer.html |title=Biography of Cardinal Odilo Pedro Scherer |publisher=Vatican Press Office |date=2025-04-24 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> | ||
===Education=== | ===Education=== | ||
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Scherer studied philosophy at the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (1972–1974) and theology at the Studium Theologicum in Curitiba, earning a bachelor’s degree in theology. He pursued advanced studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome (1994–1996), obtaining a licentiate and doctorate in theology, focusing on pastoral theology and social ethics. | Scherer studied philosophy at the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (1972–1974) and theology at the Studium Theologicum in Curitiba, earning a bachelor’s degree in theology. He pursued advanced studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome (1994–1996), obtaining a licentiate and doctorate in theology, focusing on pastoral theology and social ethics. | ||
His education emphasized Vatican II’s call for social engagement, equipping him to lead in Brazil’s diverse urban context. Scherer’s academic rigor and multilingual proficiency prepared him for global Church roles. <ref name="Web14" /> <ref name="Web12">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/resource/55620/cardinal-odilo-scherer |title=Cardinal Odilo Pedro Scherer |publisher=Catholic News Agency |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> | His education emphasized Vatican II’s call for social engagement, equipping him to lead in Brazil’s diverse urban context. Scherer’s academic rigor and multilingual proficiency prepared him for global Church roles.<ref name="Web14" /><ref name="Web12">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/resource/55620/cardinal-odilo-scherer |title=Cardinal Odilo Pedro Scherer |publisher=Catholic News Agency |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> | ||
===Priesthood=== | ===Priesthood=== | ||
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Ordained a priest on December 7, 1976, by Archbishop Paulo Evaristo Arns for the Diocese of Toledo, Scherer served as a parish priest and professor of theology at the Toledo Diocesan Seminary (1977–1982). He was rector of the São José Seminary in Curitiba (1985–1994) and a curial official in Rome (1994–2001), working in the Congregation for Bishops. | Ordained a priest on December 7, 1976, by Archbishop Paulo Evaristo Arns for the Diocese of Toledo, Scherer served as a parish priest and professor of theology at the Toledo Diocesan Seminary (1977–1982). He was rector of the São José Seminary in Curitiba (1985–1994) and a curial official in Rome (1994–2001), working in the Congregation for Bishops. | ||
His priesthood focused on priestly formation and pastoral care, navigating Brazil’s democratic transition. Scherer’s ties to Arns and Roman experience positioned him for episcopal appointment. <ref name="CatholicHierarchy" /> <ref name="Web14" /> | His priesthood focused on priestly formation and pastoral care, navigating Brazil’s democratic transition. Scherer’s ties to Arns and Roman experience positioned him for episcopal appointment.<ref name="CatholicHierarchy" /><ref name="Web14" /> | ||
===Bishop=== | ===Bishop=== | ||
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Consecrated titular Bishop of Novi and auxiliary bishop of São Paulo on February 2, 2002, by Pope John Paul II, Scherer was appointed Archbishop of São Paulo in 2007 and elevated to cardinal in 2007 with the title Cardinal-Priest of Sant’Andrea al Quirinale. He participated in the 2013 conclave and has led São Paulo through urban challenges, advocating for the poor and interfaith dialogue. | Consecrated titular Bishop of Novi and auxiliary bishop of São Paulo on February 2, 2002, by Pope John Paul II, Scherer was appointed Archbishop of São Paulo in 2007 and elevated to cardinal in 2007 with the title Cardinal-Priest of Sant’Andrea al Quirinale. He participated in the 2013 conclave and has led São Paulo through urban challenges, advocating for the poor and interfaith dialogue. | ||
Scherer’s 2024 defense of Júlio Lancellotti and 2023 Vatican II remarks highlight his pastoral and doctrinal stance, but health concerns noted in 2025 limit his papal prospects | Scherer’s 2024 defense of Júlio Lancellotti and 2023 Vatican II remarks highlight his pastoral and doctrinal stance, but health concerns noted in 2025 limit his papal prospects.<ref name="Post4" /><ref name="Post1" /><ref name="Post5" /> Eligible for the 2025 conclave at age 75, he is among seven Brazilian electors, though his candidacy is overshadowed by others.<ref name="Web0" /><ref name="Web15" /><ref name="Post0">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/Qil7zTM5uN |title=Cardeais brasileiros se preparam para participar do Conclave |publisher=eleicoesempauta |date=2025-04-27 |access-date=2025-04-25}}</ref> | ||
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