Pope changes the rules for 'monsignor' title

Limitations might combat the temptation to careerism

Pope Francis walks in procession followed by Msgr. Peter B. Wells at St. Peter's Basilica. (Photo: Paul Haring/CNS)

Now, diocesan priests hoping to be honoured with the title of Monsignor have to wait until they are at least 65, thanks to a change in the rules by Pope Francis.

Of the three grades of monsignor -- apostolic protonotary,