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Pope Francis’ conservative critics had a unique way to oppose him: a retired pontiff
Every pope has his critics. But Pope Francis’ conservative opponents were unique in that they actually had a living alternate ...
Pope Francis opened doors for women in the church. Will the next pope do the same? | Opinion
In his final Easter message, Pope Francis expressed pain over the violence and division throughout our world and urged us to ...
Here’s the surprising effect Pope Francis’ death has had online
The death of Pope Francis has ignited widespread online curiosity about the process of electing the next leader of the ...
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Pope Francis converted to the environmental cause and denounced those he blamed for climate change
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Few moments in Pope Francis’ papacy better exemplify his understanding ... They also would be highlighted in the Amazon Synod that Francis called at the Vatican in 2019, a ...
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Pope Francis’ uncompromising defense of nature may be his greatest legacy
By Justin Catanoso Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, was as much a tireless advocate for nature as he was the poor and marginalized the world over. While his death leaves a vacuum of ...
A pope of the Americas: What Francis meant to 2 continents
Most stories about Pope Francis mention that he made history as the first pontiff from Latin America. In fact, Francis was ...
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Pope Francis Is Laid to Rest: Here's What Comes Next as Conclave Begins May 7
The cardinals -- at least, those under 80 years old -- vote for as long as it takes to elect Pope Francis' successor.
Honor Pope Francis' legacy, papal history with tribute book from USA TODAY
A Tribute to the First Latin American Pontiff,” a new book from USA TODAY, honors the memories of Pope Francis’ ...