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The College of Cardinals, Explained
At last count there were 252 cardinals, of whom 141 were eligible to vote in a papal conclave (though there is no definitive ...
Vatican releases first pictures of Pope Francis in open coffin as funeral rites begin
The first photos of the deceased Pope Francis were published by the Vatican as funeral rites are underway. Cardinal Kevin ...
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Thousands pay final respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica ahead of funeral
VATICAN CITY (TNND) — Thousands are paying their final respects to the late Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica in the ...
From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
A change in popes is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the transition in leadership for both the ...
Vatican prepares for Saturday funeral of Pope Francis, public viewing begins this week
The Catholic Church will bid farewell to Pope Francis this weekend as he is laid to rest in St. Peter's Square in a funeral.
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Pope Francis' funeral date announced by Vatican as first images of his body released
Pope Francis' funeral has been scheduled for 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. Eastern) on Saturday in front of St. Peter's Basilica ...
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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Vatican shares details of Pope Francis’ death, funeral is scheduled for Saturday at St. Peter’s Basilica
As the world continues to pay tribute to Pope Francis following his death yesterday at the age of 88, the Vatican released ...
Who could be the next pope? How U.S. cardinals, including Boston's Cardinal O'Malley, rank
Technically, any baptized Roman Catholic male can be elected pope, including archbishops from the United States, like ...