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 ...
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Pope Francis’ ‘Lifewatch’ Encapsulates the Real Work of the Catholic Church
COMMENTARY: However, vigils for popes, like the current one for Pope Francis, have been the exception, not the rule.
Who will be the next pope? What to know about Pope Francis condition, conclave process
Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.
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 ...
Louisville Catholic church holds mass for Pope Francis recovery
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — On Tuesday, Holy Family Catholic Church held a mass to pray for Pope Francis as he continues to battle with pneumonia in both lungs. The Pope is in critical condition in Rome, but ...
What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes incapacitated, AP explains
While the Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, they do not ...
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Vatican designates St. Edward in Palm Beach as basilica, first in Palm Beach County
The Vatican has officially designated St. Edward Catholic church in Palm Beach as a minor basilica. St. Edward is now the 94th minor basilica in the United States. The basilica designation comes ...
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How is a new pope selected?
Upon the resignation or death of a pope, a group of clergy members known as the College of Cardinals would be called to ...