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When will the 2025 conclave bring a new pope?
Catholic cardinal electors will choose a new pope in a secretive, centuries-old ritual called a conclave. On Wednesday, the ...
The conclave to select a new pope begins today
The Catholic Church will soon begin the highly choreographed process of choosing its new leader following the death of Pope ...
Black smoke vs. white smoke: What does each mean during the papal conclave?
At the end of each voting round, black smoke means a new pope has not yet to be selected, while white smoke indicates a new ...
Cardinals wrap up pre-conclave meetings still uncertain about who should follow Pope Francis
There is a famous quote attributed to then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger in 1997, in comments to a Bavarian television station.
As Vatican staff take oath of secrecy for 2025 conclave, some contentious issues await the new pope
Should the Catholic Church welcome gay families? Should it welcome women at the altar? As 133 cardinals prepare for the 2025 ...
Before a new pope, a tug-of-war for the soul of the Catholic Church
As cardinals prepare for the largest papal conclave in history, battle lines are being drawn over the direction of the church ...
The Church Is More Global Than Ever. What Does That Mean for the Next Pope?
“It’s the natural journey of the church,” said Cardinal Beniamino Stella, an Italian who was once a power player in the ...
Who will be the new pope? Clock ticking down toward historic conclave
Over 130 voting cardinals must decide whether to continue in the direction of Francis or elect a pope likely to choose a more ...