Category: Curiosity
The Importance of Papal Conclaves An important milestone in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, papal conclaves signify the change of leadership in one of the most illustrious …
A Comprehensive Look at the Novendiales Tradition The Roman Catholic Church’s funeral customs and commemoration of death are the foundation of the Novendiales tradition, also known as the nine …
It is possible that a new pope will be elected as the Catholic Church negotiates the challenges of the twenty-first century. Pope Francis, who is currently in office, has …
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 & …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
