Pope Francis announced that the Vatican has set up a joint commission with the Chinese communist regime for appointing bishops to China’s Catholic churches. The Vatican’s relations with China are “very respectful,” Pope Francis told journalists on Sept. 4, according to Catholic News Agency. “There is a commission working for the appointment of bishops—Chinese government and the Vatican—and there has been dialogue for some time.” The “friendly” commission is “doing a fine job. Relations are like this; let’s say that they are underway. And I have great respect for the Chinese people.” The commission is being presided over by Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin....Read more https://www.theepochtimes.com/china/vatican-china-commission-will-select-bishops-says-pope-francis-5486566