“The Sistine Chapel’s Sacred Election: Rituals of the Conclave Explained”
A Comprehensive Look at the Conclave & the Sistine Chapel The Sistine Chapel, a pillar of Renaissance art and architecture, was commissioned by Pope Sixtus IV in 1473 & …
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“How Pope Francis Reshaped the Modern Catholic Church”
Pope Francis became the first pope from the Americas & the Southern Hemisphere when he took office on March 13, 2013. He was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos …
“Covering the Conclave: How Media Reports on Papal Succession”
An important occasion in the Roman Catholic Church is the papal conclave, which elects a new pope. This ritualistic and traditional process attracts the attention of both the faithful …
“A Church at the Crossroads: Catholic Identity After Pope Francis”
Pope Francis’s Effect on the Catholic Church Pope Francis, who took office in March 2013, has unquestionably changed the face of the Catholic Church with his distinct style of …
“Cardinals’ College: The Men Who Will Choose the Next Pope”
One important organization in the Roman Catholic Church that acts as a conduit between the pope and the Catholic community around the world is the College of Cardinals. The …
“At the Crossroads: Will the Next Pope Continue or Reverse Francis’s Reforms?”
Since his election in 2013, Pope Francis—the first Jesuit pope and the first from the Americas—has had a lasting impact on the Catholic Church through his reforms. A number …
“Geopolitical Stakes in the Next Papal Election”
The Catholic Church’s Role in International Politics The Catholic Church has long played a major role in international politics, with sway that goes well beyond its religious endeavors. The …
“Papal Transitions Through History: How Succession Has Evolved”
The continuity of spiritual leadership from Saint Peter, whom Catholics believe was chosen by Christ to lead His disciples, to the current Pope is symbolized by papal succession, which …
“What Happens When a Pope Dies: Protocols and Procedures”
A pope’s passing is a significant event in the Roman Catholic Church, with an impact on the more than one billion Catholics worldwide and beyond. The papacy, which is …
“The Papabili: Leading Candidates to Succeed Pope Francis”
“Papabili” are those who are thought to have the best chance of becoming the next pope at a conclave. Theological viewpoints, geographic representation, and the political climate within the …