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How does a papal conclave work? People are turning to this Oscar-winning film to find out
As the Vatican prepares for the election of a new pope, many around the world are doing their own preparations — by watching ...
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Word of the Week: The papal 'conclave' is secretive. The word's origin explains why
The word itself predates Christianity, but the conclave with its secretive deliberations and ancient trappings still captures ...
History Suggests Expecting the Unexpected From the Papal Conclave
Since the church began selecting popes in a secret conclave, the choice has rarely come from the rumored frontrunners.
From ‘conclave’ to ‘white smoke,’ a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
A change in popes is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the transition in leadership for both the ...
When will the next pope be elected? What to know about the conclave
Like his predecessors, Pope Francis was selected using an age-old method — a system known as the Papal conclave.
After The Pope’s Passing, Conclave Is Trending On Social Media, And The Jokes And Comments Are Still Coming
And while there don’t seem to be any papal mysteries on the 2025 movie schedule at the moment, the 2025 Oscar winner Conclave ...
Here’s Where To Stream ‘Conclave’—The Oscar-Winning Movie About Selecting A New Pope
Conclave,” the papal drama depicting the process of electing a new pope, won an Academy Award last month for best adapted ...
“Conclave” ending explained: Who becomes pope (and how the film resonates as a real-life conclave looms)
The cast of Conclave includes heavy hitters like Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini, with ...