Francis − a pope who has cared deeply for the poor and opened up the Catholic Church
A scholar of global Catholicism writes how Francis has opened the church to the outside world in ways no pope had done before ...
What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?
The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is ...
Sacramento-area Catholic church reacts to Pope Francis’ health
Catholics around the world including at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish in Carmichael are praying for Pope Francis as he ...
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 ...
LA Catholics pray for healing of Pope Francis
As Christians around the world continue to call on the healing of Pope Francis, Catholics in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles joined in prayer during a midday Mass on Monday, Feb. 24. Francis, who was ...
New Haven-area Catholic parishes react to Pope Francis’ health
Catholics worldwide, including in Connecticut, are praying for Pope Francis as he remains in critical condition Monday.
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How does the Catholic Church elect a new pope? Here's how a conclave works
Following the death or resignation of a pope, the Catholic Church elects a new pope through an election by cardinals who meet in a conclave Pope Francis remained hospitalized Wednesday ...
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Pope Francis remains hospitalized. Here's what to know about the 88-year-old leader
Jorge Mario Bergoglio, elected as the 266th pope of the Catholic Church in 2013, has been known for his down-to-earth leadership, outspoken support of marginalized communities and interreligious ...