By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service The conclave to elect a new pope, scheduled to begin May 7, is governed by two texts: ...

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The papal conclave will commence in May, when the cardinals will meet at St. Peter's Basilica and pray for the wisdom to ...

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From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

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The start date of the conclave to elect the new pope has been set for Wednesday, May 7. Here's what to look for as cardinals prepare to elect the new leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.