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In choosing a pope, cardinals will call on a partner: The Holy Spirit
A papal conclave blends the political and the spiritual, cardinals and theologians say. Here, in Catholic belief, is how the ...
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Who will be the next pope? Cardinals mum on possible contenders
As the papal conclave begins, diverse contenders from around the globe are considered, with a strong possibility of a new ...
When will the 2025 conclave bring a new pope?
Catholic cardinals are set to gather for the 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how long it could take.
Cardinals mull Pope Francis' replacement as Vatican preps for conclave, fireworks expert tests "holy smoke"
As a fireworks expert tests the Vatican's contemporary system for "holy smoke," Catholic cardinals mull their divergent ...
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 traditional path.
Cardinals active on social media ahead of papal conclave, some posting daily content
After the death of Pope Francis, cardinals of the church will soon gather to pick the next pontiff, with many flocking to ...
Paparazzi, tourists hunt for stray cardinals as papal conclave fever builds
When the pope dies, cardinals become celebrities and Vatican City becomes a zoo as paparazzi stalk the corridors of St. Peter ...
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Chicago-born cardinal gains papal buzz as conclave meets at Vatican
Cardinal Robert Prevost, a Chicago native, is getting attention as a potential pope. But scholars say an American pontiff ...