(OSV News) — The following is a snapshot of the papacies of the 11 popes that preceded Pope Francis, from Pope Benedict XVI to Blessed Pope Pius IX. Pope Benedict …
Papal Transition
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The qualities experts say we need in a new pope range from a unifier, to a reformer to being a disciple of Christ.
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While Pope Francis’ liturgical legacy may have flown under the radar for many, several experts told OSV News his 12-year papacy made a definite impact.
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As successors to the apostles, members of the College of Cardinals are called to follow the example of Christ who came to serve and not be served, the subdean of …
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How the conclave works: It’s guided by a rule book and a prayer book
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenVATICAN CITY (CNS) — The conclave to elect a new pope, scheduled to begin May 7, is governed by two texts: a rule book and a prayer book. The rule …
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The College of Cardinals confirmed that 135 members are eligible to participate in the conclave, the Vatican announced, and they asked the faithful to accompany them …
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Build communion with diversity, abbot tells cardinals before conclave
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenVATICAN CITY (CNS) — The cardinals preparing to elect a new pope must strengthen communion in the Catholic Church, promoting a form of unity that has nothing to do with …
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Cardinal Angelo Becciu, who lost the rights associated with being a cardinal after Pope Francis asked him to resign in 2020, said he would obey the …
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There are at least 15 cardinals who were born after 1965 — the year Vatican II ended — and the beginning of Generation X.
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The cardinals who have arrived in Rome to elect a new pope come from over 60 countries — the most diverse conclave in history.
