Carlos Aguiar Retes

Carlos Aguiar Retes's greatest accolade is his service to the Church, culminating in his appointment as Archbishop of Mexico City and his elevation to the College of Cardinals. He has been a leading voice in Latin American Catholicism, helping to draft the Aparecida document, which set the pastoral agenda for the continent. His leadership in CELAM and the Mexican Episcopal Conference has been widely respected, and he is seen as a key ally of Pope Francis. His ability to combine intellectual rigor with pastoral warmth has earned him admiration from fellow clergy and laity alike.