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…
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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…
Build communion with diversity, abbot tells cardinals before conclave
byBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The cardinals preparing to elect a new pope must strengthen communion in the Catholic Church,…
Conclave to elect next pope will begin May 7
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The 135 cardinals eligible to elect the next pope will enter the Sistine Chapel to…
Church must carry on pope’s legacy of mercy, cardinal says
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Mercy — the cornerstone of Pope Francis’ teaching and ministry — must guide the Catholic…
Special terms used during the period between popes
byVATICAN CITY — Here is an explanation of some of the terms and practices related to the time between the death of Pope Francis…
Hope in the Lord — Papal conclave reveals ‘living reality’
byBy Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz I write this as the conclave to elect our Holy Father is being planned. We may soon have a…