The nomination is the first major appointment made by Pope Leo XIV in the various offices of the Roman Curia, and is being welcomed by pro-life advocates.
Monsignor Philippe Bordeyne continued his previous defence of blessings for individuals in same-sex unions, saying 'behind the request for a blessing, there is often the same thirst for inclusion.'
Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia was named to head The Pontifical Academy for Life and the JPII Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family by Pope Francis.