One C9 cardinal told me recently, “Pope Francis truly believes in a collegial style of government; we see this clearly in our meetings."

"Humility never comes without humiliation. And we see Jesus humiliated on the cross,” said Francis.

Cardinal-designate Ernest Simoni will be one of 17 prelates elevated to cardinal in a consistory on Nov. 19 at the Vatican.

The church in the rest of the world, particularly in the southern hemisphere, will have greater representation in the next conclave.

The three U.S. cardinals named by the pope signal Francis is interested in building bridges and making the church a more welcoming place.

Blase Cupich of Chicago, Kevin Farrell, formerly of Dallas, and Joseph Tobin of Indianapolis will receive a red hat.