Archive for February 24, 2013

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The 'strictest' secrecy: a look at how conclaves work

Pope Benedict XVI's successor will soon be elected during a conclave, a secret vote of cardinals that will occur in... Read more

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By Carl Bunderson

Protestant scholar lauds Benedict's ecumenical strides

Pope Benedict has been a leader devoted to ecumenical efforts, according to a professor of Christian history and ecumenism at... Read more

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Wales and England celebrate patron St. David on March 1

Among Welsh Catholics, as well as those in England, March 1 is the liturgical celebration of Saint David of Wales.  Read more

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Pope Benedict says he is not 'abandoning the Church'

Around 120,000 pilgrims heard Pope Benedict XVI deliver his last Angelus address, in which he said that “the Lord called... Read more

Pope Benedict XVI rests at his summer residence in Castel Gandolfo in July 2010. ?w=200&h=150

Pope will change rule for conclave date tomorrow

Pope Benedict XVI will issue a motu proprio on Feb. 25, clearing the way for the College of Cardinals to... Read more

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Conclave expected between March 9 and 11

The conclave to choose the next Pope will likely begin between March 9th and 11th.  Read more