Vatican Has a Vacancy, but It Doesn’t Stop Between Popes
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When Will a New Pope Be Chosen? What to Know About the Conclave.
The pope’s funeral was on Saturday. Now the process of selecting the church’s future leader will begin.
For Pope Francis, a Last Burst of Pastoring Before Death
The Catholic faithful took heart when the pontiff, after two brushes with death, emerged from a hospital and resumed some of his duties. Their joy proved short-lived.
How Is a New Pope Chosen? ‘Conclave’ Offers a Glimpse Inside the Process.
Papal experts have lauded the Oscar-nominated film as one of the more accurate depictions of the closed-door Vatican gathering.
Who Is Kevin Farrell, the Vatican’s New De Facto Administrator?
Cardinal Farrell, who holds the position of cardinal chamberlain, or camerlengo in Italian, will run the Holy See’s affairs until a new pope is chosen.
How Will a New Pope Be Chosen After Francis’ Death?
Many of the rituals and procedures of selecting a new pope — designed to ensure secrecy and an orderly transition — have remained unchanged for centuries.
What Are the Plans for Pope Francis’ Funeral?
The timing of Pope Francis’ funeral, which will span several days, has yet to be announced.
Trump, Macron and Other World Leaders React to Pope Francis’ Death
Tributes came from around the globe, offering condolences to the world’s Catholics and praising the pontiff’s commitment to the poor and marginalized.
A Timeline of the Life of Pope Francis
Francis was a deeply religious child in Buenos Aires. The first pontiff from Latin America tried to create a more welcoming church.
Pope Francis, in Street Clothes, Makes Surprise Visit in St. Peter’s Basilica
Appearing publicly in street clothes for the first time as pontiff, Pope Francis went into St. Peter’s Basilica to pray and greet the faithful.