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Build communion with diversity, abbot tells cardinals before conclave
The cardinals preparing to elect a new pope must strengthen communion in the Catholic Church, promoting a form of unity that has nothing to do with uniformity and everything to do with a common focus on Jesus, a Benedictine abbot told the ...
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Past conclaves give idea of when to watch for smoke from Sistine Chapel
The cardinals who enter the Sistine Chapel May 7 to elect a new pope use smoke signals to communicate with the outside world.
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Conclave an opportunity to ‘open ourselves to the Spirit,’ Cardinal Pierre says
Cardinal Christophe Pierre, papal nuncio to the United States, reflected on Pope Francis' legacy and the evangelizing mission of the church.
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How Pope Francis Drew Inspiration from His Namesake
"Don't forget the poor!" Brazilian Cardinal Claudio Hummes' advice to then-Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio upon the Argentine's election to the papacy.
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Pope Francis Leaves Complicated Legacy on Sexual Abuse Crisis
Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis attempted to balance defending the church from criticism while showing compassion toward survivors, with often mixed results.
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Pope’s funeral set for April 26, public viewing April 23-25
The funeral Mass of Pope Francis will be celebrated April 26 in St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican announced.
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Planned Parenthood report shows abortions, public funding up after Dobbs