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White Smoke Rises

White Smoke Rises

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At 6:08 PM Rome time (11:08 AM CT) yesterday, history was made as white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel, announcing the election of the new Pope. Thousands surged into St. Peter’s Square, cheering and waving flags as the bells of Rome rang out in celebration. The new Holy Father is Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, […]
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The Calm Before the Conclave

The Calm Before the Conclave

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The Catholic Church has officially entered the Sede Vacante, the phase of the papacy when the Chair of Peter stands empty and the world waits for a new Holy Father. With Pope Francis laid to rest and nine days of mourning now complete, the focus shifts to what comes next: the conclave. Rome Correspondent Ashley […]
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