What happens when a pope dies? Details to know as Pope Francis in hospital
The Ring of the Fisherman worn by the pope along with the papal seal is then taken and destroyed to ensure there are no forgeries. In order the avoid looting, the Camerlengo ensures the security ...
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What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?
He certifies the pope’s death, seals the papal apartments and prepares for the pope’s burial before a conclave to elect a new pope. The position is currently held by Cardinal Kevin Farrell ...
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What happens when a pope dies?
Then the camerlengo drafts a document authenticating the pope's death, and the pontiff's private papers are gathered, his apartments sealed off and his "fisherman's ring", used to seal papal ...
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What happens if Pope Francis resigns or becomes incapacitated?
He certifies the pope’s death, seals the papal apartments and prepares for the pope’s burial before a conclave to elect a new pope. The position is currently held by Cardinal Kevin Farrell ...
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What Happens When A Pope Dies?
Additionally, the Pope’s signet Fisherman’s ring, which is used to seal papal documents, is destroyed and broken as a symbolic end to his reign. The papal desk is traditionally locked ...