Here's how a conclave elects a new pope
The process of electing a new pope follows rules and rituals that have been followed, and sometimes tweaked, since the 13th ...
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From Secret Conclave To Room Of Tears: Here's How A New Pope Is Chosen
Pope Francis, who has been hospitalised for more than a week, remains critical and has developed an asthmatic respiratory ...
What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?
While the Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, they do not ...
How does the Catholic Church elect a new pope? Here's how a conclave works
Cardinals, according to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), are bishops and Vatican officials from all ...
‘Conclave’ presents a compelling exploration of how one’s faith intertwines with politics and organized religion
Conclave' isn’t just a gripping story about a deeply religious man struggling with his faith in an everchanging, cynical ...
From Conclave to Coronation: How Is a New Pope Chosen?
If Pope Francis steps down from the position, it's important to understand the age-old process by which the Catholic Church selects a new leader.
Who chooses a new pope and what happens at the vote and ceremony
After casting their votes, the ballots are methodically opened by three appointed "scrutineers," who tally the names and ...
When the pope is sick, Italians always gossip about who comes next — even before ‘Conclave’
The pope looms so large in everyday Italian life that there are lots of expressions that make light of even a dark event like ...
What happens when Pope Francis dies?
Pope Francis is currently in hospital battling pneumonia in both lungs, sparking concerns around the world about what happens ...
Conclave: What happens when a Pope dies and how is a new Pontiff selected?
Conclave: What happens when a Pope dies and how is a new Pontiff selected? - Renewed interest in Vatican tradition on back of ...