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History Suggests Expecting the Unexpected From the Papal Conclave
Since the church began selecting popes in a secret conclave, the choice has rarely come from the rumored frontrunners.
Papal conclave: Meeting amid the Sistine Chapel's Michelangelo frescoes
Following the death of Pope Francis, the cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church will gather at some point next month to elect ...
I covered two conclaves and a papal funeral: What to expect after Pope Francis' death
A USA TODAY reporter recalls covering the last conclave when Pope Francis was selected. What to expect if you go to Rome for ...
From ‘conclave’ to ‘white smoke,’ a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
A change in popes is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the transition in leadership for both the ...
A series of ancient traditions rule the pope's funeral and conclave
The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.
Here’s Where To Stream ‘Conclave’—The Oscar-Winning Movie About Selecting A New Pope
Topline“Conclave,” the Oscar-winning drama film about the secretive process of electing a new pope, is now available to ...
Is 'Conclave' streaming on Prime yet? Here's how to watch movie about selection of pope
The death of Pope Francis renewed interest in the papal thriller that looks inside the secretive events of a conclave. Here's ...
Live Updates: Pope Francis' funeral to take place Saturday
Tributes to Pope Francis pour in from around the world with Vatican set to published details of funeral and conclave ...