# Pope Leo XIV Appoints Theological Commission Members

> Pope Leo XIV names 24 new theologians to International Theological Commission for 2026-2031 term.
- Title: Pope Leo XIV Appoints Theological Commission Members
- Summary: Pope Leo XIV names 24 new theologians to International Theological Commission for 2026-2031 term. Pope Leo XIV appoints 24 members to International…
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- Published: 2026-10-19T12:35:00.169+00:00
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## Pope Leo XIV Appoints Commission Members
Pope Leo XIV appoints 24 members to International Theological Commission and renews mandates of 6 others for 2026-2031 term.
## Commission Expands to 30 Members
The Commission begins 2026-2031 term with 30 members, up from 28, featuring increased representation from Asia, Africa, and South America.
## New Lay Members Join
The Commission now includes eight lay members, double the previous number, with five women and three men.
## Regional Representation
Europe has 13 members, Asia and Africa each have four, South America five, North America three, and Australia one.
## New Members Include Global Theologians
New members include theologians from Taiwan, South Korea, Brazil, Argentina, and other regions across the globe.
## Commission's Role
The Commission assists Holy See, particularly Dicastery for Doctrine of Faith, in examining doctrinal questions of major importance.
## Next Steps
The Commission's plenary session is scheduled for November 23-27, 2026, marking the start of its eleventh five-year term.
## Key takeaway

Pope Leo XIV appoints 24 members to International Theological Commission, expanding its representation from Asia, Africa, and South America.