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What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?

The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is sick

The Times of India on MSN · 2h

Who leads the Catholic Church when the Pope is ill or incapacitated?

A legislative gap in the Vatican's laws leaves Pope Francis in charge despite his severe illness. An initiative to rectify this has gained support, suggesting a process involving medical evaluations and the college of cardinals to manage the Church in case of papal incapacity.

KCRA Sacramento on MSN · 4h

Sacramento-area Catholic church reacts to Pope Francis’ health

Catholics around the world including at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish in Carmichael are praying for Pope Francis as he remains in the hospital.

Vatican Announces Pope Francis Has New Complication

Irish Daily Mirror · 12m

Pope Francis health battle: Live updates as Vatican confirms pontiff in critical condition

The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Francis is in a critical condition as the 88-year-old pontiff faces a health battle on several fronts. The head of the Catholic Church is battling kidney failure in Rome's Gemelli hospital where he has spent 11 days getting treatment for pneumonia and a lung infection.

Newsweek · 15h

Vatican Announces Pope Francis Has New Complication, in Critical Condition

The pope has spent nine nights at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, receiving treatment for pneumonia and other health complications. He is "alert and well-oriented" and attended Mass on the 10th floor of the hospital today, the Holy See Press Office said.

Khaleej Times on MSN · 31m

Vatican says Pope Francis still in critical condition due to pneumonia

The 88-year-old pontiff, the leader of the worldwide Catholic Church since 2013, was hospitalised on February 14 with breathing difficulties. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.

Pope Francis 'resting' after 10th night in hospital, Vatican says

ROME and LONDON -- Pope Francis is "resting" on Monday morning after spending his 10th night in the hospital, the Vatican ...

National Catholic Reporter2h

Wrecked Vatican II altar is restored after Latin Mass community in Ohio dismantled it

A historic Vatican II altar that had been dismantled at the former St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church in Cleveland, is now restored and back in use for community gatherings.

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What Happens When a Pope Dies? Vatican Traditions Explained

The death of a pope triggers a series of ancient traditions, some dating back to the Roman Empire. Here’s what would unfold ...

The Vatican Protocol: What Happens When Pope Can No Longer Serve?

Pope Francis remains in critical condition as he continues to battle double pneumonia and a lung infection, with doctors ...

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Did Nostradamus foresee the pope's death, Vatican’s collapse? A cryptic prophecy resurfaces

Pope Francis remains in critical condition after a severe respiratory crisis, prompting renewed speculation about Nostradamus ...

Latin America Prays for Francis, Region's First Pope

People across Latin America prayed for Pope Francis, the first leader of the Catholic Church to come from the region, as the Vatican reported on Saturday the Argentina-born pontiff was in critical ...

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Vatican Announces Pope Francis Has New Complication

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