What Happens to the Leadership of the Catholic Church When a Pope Is Sick or Incapacitated?
The Vatican has laws to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but they don't apply if he is sick.
What's Next for Catholic Church as Pope Francis Fights Infection
Pope Francis remains hospitalized in Rome as doctors treat a worsening respiratory infection that the Vatican has described ...
Church-goers in North Hollywood hold mass for Pope Francis' recovery following recent hospitalization
Pope Francis was on the minds of everyone who came to mass at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in North Hollywood Sunday ...
Pope Francis's 10-word health update after head of Catholic church asks to 'pray for me'
It comes after an update released yesterday said the Pontiff, 88, remained in a "critical" condition but has not presented ...
Vatican announces daily evening prayers for the health of Pope Francis on St. Peter's Square
The Vatican on Monday announced the start of nighttime prayers for the health of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square, and ...
Sacramento-area Catholic church reacts to Pope Francis’ health
Our Lady of Assumption in Carmichael is actively praying for Pope Francis's health after learning of his recent health issues ...
‘Conclave’ cast reacts to Pope Francis’ health crisis at SAG Awards 2025: ‘We are very worried’
The cast of “Conclave” is praying for Pope Francis. The film’s stars Ralph Fiennes, Isabella Rossellini, John Lithgow and ...
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 ...
Will Pope Francis step down? Know about 4 Indian Cardinals who will participate in papal conclave
Pope Francis, 88, is receiving treatment at Rome's Gemelli Hospital following serious lung problems, fueling conjectures ...