Report: Field of Cardinal Contenders to Succeed Pope Francis ‘Surprisingly Thin’
A major Catholic news outlet has lamented the disturbingly shallow pool of serious papal contenders to replace Pope Francis when the moment for a conclave arises.
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Cardinal Says Rumors of Papal Resignation Are ‘Wishful Thinking’
Vatican Cardinal Kevin Farrell has dismissed speculation on Pope Francis’ possible resignation from the papacy as “wishful thinking” on the part of the pope’s enemies.
British Bookmakers Favor Filipino Cardinal to Succeed Pope Francis
The UK-based Online Betting Guide (OLBG) has begun issuing odds on the next papal conclave, favoring Filipino Cardinal Luis Tagle to succeed Pope Francis when the moment comes.
Pope Francis Fuels Conclave Rumors by Canceling July Trip to Africa
The Vatican announced Friday that Pope Francis has cancelled his July trip to Africa, fueling rumors of more serious health problems and even a possible papal retirement.
Memorandum for Next Conclave Calls Francis Pontificate a ‘Catastrophe’
A memorandum circulating among the Catholic cardinals who will elect the next pope calls the Francis pontificate a “disaster” and a “catastrophe” while laying out essential tasks for the next successor to Saint Peter.
Pope Francis: The Gospel ‘Leaves No Room for Negotiation’
Pope Francis made his first public appearance Wednesday since being hospitalized for colon surgery on July 4, telling crowds that the gospel of Jesus Christ must be accepted exactly as it is.
Pope Francis Discharged from Hospital After Ten-Day Stay
Pope Francis was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Polyclinic Hospital Wednesday after a 10-day stay following colon surgery.
Jesuit Priest: Pope Francis’ Hospitalization Is ‘Beginning of the End’
Jesuit Father Thomas Reese wrote Tuesday that “the hospitalization of Pope Francis marks the beginning of the end of his papacy,” adding that time “is running out” for the 84-year-old pope.
Pope Francis to Remain Hospitalized for ‘a Few More Days’
The Vatican announced Monday that Pope Francis will stay in the hospital “a few more days” to continue his recovery from intestinal surgery.
Book Preps Cardinals for Next Papal Election
Veteran Vatican journalist Edward Pentin has launched a fascinating “who’s who” of the Catholic college of cardinals, meant to serve as a racing form to handicap, and perhaps influence, the next papal election.
Cardinal Burke: ‘It Will Be Hard to Vote’ for Next Pope
Cardinal Raymond Burke told The Australian Sunday that the Catholic cardinals will have a hard time voting in the next papal conclave because they have had little contact and do not know each other very well.
