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From ‘conclave’ to ‘white smoke,’ what terms are used when picking a new pope
A change in popes — through death or resignation — is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the ...
Could a Michigan native be the next pope? What to know about Cardinal Joseph Tobin
Here's what to know about the 10 Americans tasked with assisting in the search for a new pope, including a Michigan native.
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Pope Francis cared deeply about Holy Land, Jews, but left ‘sour taste’ after Oct. 7
Scholars of Catholic-Jewish relations remember the pontiff's warmth humility; late Church leader made important strides in ...
An Irish-born American cardinal is entrusted as the ‘camerlengo,’ running the Holy See between popes
According to tradition, the camerlengo certifies the pope’s death, seals the papal apartment and breaks the pope’s ...
Pope Francis, in some of his last words, thanked nurse for chance to greet Easter crowd, Vatican says
Among Pope Francis' last words were "thank you" to his personal nurse, for encouraging him to greet crowds in St. Peter's ...
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Pope Francis: Hong Kong Catholic Church holds condolence service, requiem mass for late pontiff
The Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong has announced that a condolence service will be held until Saturday for the late Pope ...
Pope Francis's death puts spotlight on Beijing view of Holy See, Vatican
As leaders from around the world pay tribute to the late Pope Francis, China's President Xi Jinping has not offered his ...
Painesville church prepares to remember Pope Francis alongside Latino community
It’s a time of reflection among the catholic community this week after the Holy See announced earlier this week the death of ...