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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 ...
Secretive conclave to elect next pope set to begin on Wednesday
The Vatican released new images showing the inside of the Sistine Chapel, ready for 133 cardinal electors to gather for the ...
What to Know About the Conclave to Choose Pope Francis’ Successor
Francis’ successor will be selected by cardinals at the conclave that begins on May 7. Cardinals, known as the “princes of ...
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 ...
Who will be the next Pope? Key contenders emerge as Conclave begins
The eyes of the world on Vatican City, as 133 Cardinals, 108 of them appointed by Pope Francis, are set to convene to elect ...
Papal conclave begins – what is it and how long might it take?
Vatican News – the news website connected to the Church in Rome – said 133 cardinals will take part in this conclave, which ...
Where to watch the 2025 conclave: TV channels, livestream, more
The papal conclave begins Wednesday, May 7, when cardinals gather to elect the next pope. Here's how to watch coverage in the ...
Vatican to deactivate mobile phone signal ahead of secret meeting to elect new pope
All mobile phone signal will be deactivated in the Vatican on Wednesday ahead of the highly secretive conclave to elect the ...