Pope Francis names Pietro Parolin as secretary of state

Pope Francis has named a new secretary of state, in what is seen as his most significant appointment since he became leader of the Catholic Church in March. Archbishop Pietro Parolin, a 58-year-old Vatican diplomat, replaced Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, 79, who is retiring. via Pocket http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-23911986#TWEET874130