“'''Monsignor'''” is a title bestowed on a priest who has distinguished himself by exceptional service to the church. It is a title granted by the [[Roman_Catholic_Church | Roman Catholic]] pope — typically, upon the recommendation of the priest’s diocesan bishop. It is a purely honorary title and has no effect on the priest’s duties or ministerial assignment. In 2014, [[Pope Francis I]] had instructed the bishops of the world that diocesan priests would no longer be awarded the title before reaching the age of 65. <ref>https://catholicphilly.com/2017/04/catholic-spirituality/whats-the-difference-between-a-priest-and-a-monsignor/</ref> | “'''Monsignor'''” is a title bestowed on a priest who has distinguished himself by exceptional service to the church. It is a title granted by the [[Roman_Catholic_Church | Roman Catholic]] pope — typically, upon the recommendation of the priest’s diocesan bishop. It is a purely honorary title and has no effect on the priest’s duties or ministerial assignment. In 2014, [[Pope Francis I]] had instructed the bishops of the world that diocesan priests would no longer be awarded the title before reaching the age of 65. <ref>https://catholicphilly.com/2017/04/catholic-spirituality/whats-the-difference-between-a-priest-and-a-monsignor/</ref> |