Conclave has most cardinals, widest geographical mix in history
byBy Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The conclave that begins May 7 is expected to be the largest in history, with…
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Where and when to watch for white smoke
byBy OSV News The conclave is set to begin May 7, but the public only knows its end by iconic white smoke billowing out…
Conclave 101 for kids
byBy Colleen Pressprich, OSV News As a member of the “JPII generation,” I didn’t experience a church conclave until I was a college student….
Child protection commission urges prayers for cardinals in conclave
byBy Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — As the College of Cardinals continues to discuss the church’s most pressing issues before…
Final preparations, discussions underway before conclave begins
byBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — As members of the College of Cardinals met May 5, all 133 cardinals who plan…
Holy Spirit, humanity on hand for conclave, says priest who served at papal election
byBy Gina Christian, OSV News With the conclave just a few days away, the pastor of a Maryland parish told OSV News he has…
Before conclave, cardinal warns of cruelty hidden behind ‘elegant speeches’
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — As the Catholic Church’s cardinals prepare to elect a new pope, they must be wary…
Top contenders for papacy after Pope Francis
byBy Michael R. Heinlein, OSV News At the conclusion of the official days of mourning following the death of Pope Francis on April 21,…
Cardinals approve electors for conclave, formally ask for prayers
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The College of Cardinals confirmed that 135 members are eligible to participate in the conclave,…
On electing a pope: 10 frequently asked questions answered
byBy OSV News Thousands gather in St. Peter’s Square, waiting for the sign that a new pope has been elected. All watch as the…