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The Boston Globe · 1h

What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?

The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is sick.

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Pope Francis is Sick: How Catholic Church Chooses New Leader & Who Could be Next in Line

The Bishop of Rome, Pope Francis is currently hospitalized due to double pneumonia also known as bilateral pneumonia that affects the lungs. According to the Vatican, Pope was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic for diagnostic tests and treatment for bronchitis.

Manchester Evening News on M… · 12h

Who leads the Catholic Church when the Pope is sick? And who will be next pope?

Under Catholic canon law, the pope holds several key titles, including the successor of the Apostle Peter, the head of the college of bishops, the Vicar of Christ and the pastor of the universal Catholic Church. These roles, along with his power, have remained unchanged since he became the 266th pope on March 13, 2013.

Vatican, Pope Francis

Newsweek on MSN · 9h

Vatican Announces Pope Francis Has New Complication, in Critical Condition

Pope Francis appears to have an "early, mild renal insufficiency" as he remains hospitalized in critical condition, the Holy See Press Office said in Sunday evening update.

Forbes on MSN · 10h

Pope Francis Has ‘Mild’ Kidney Failure And Remains In Critical Condition, Vatican Says In Latest Update

Francis remains in critical condition but has not suffered any additional crises, the Vatican said Sunday evening, after reporting Saturday the pope suffered a “long asthmatic respiratory crisis” days after he was hospitalized for pneumonia.

Catholic News Agency · 2h

Live updates: Pope Francis’ condition ‘remains critical,’ Vatican says Sunday afternoon

“Pope Francis is touched by the numerous messages of affection and closeness that he continues to receive in these hours,” the Vatican statement said. The pope expressed particular gratitude for the well wishes he received from his fellow patients in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and asked for continued prayers.

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Vatican: Pope Francis showing signs of kidney failure; speculation rising over what could happen next

Pope Francis remains in critical condition, with speculation now rising over what could happen next for both him and the seat he holds.

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Headstrong Francis Put the Church Above His Health, Vatican Observers Say

Many who know him said that Francis, driven by a sense of mission and a discipline born of his early training, essentially ...

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Vatican designates St. Edward in Palm Beach as basilica, first in Palm Beach County

The beloved religious institution is now the Basilica of St. Edward, just as church officials begin to plan a centenary celebration.

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What Happens to the Leadership of the Catholic Church When a Pope Is Sick or Incapacitated?

The Vatican has laws to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but they don't apply if he is sick.

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Vatican on edge as headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church prepares for the worst: Swiss guard rehearse funeral amid Pope's grim pneumonia warning, says, ‘I m…

Pope Francis, 88, is facing a severe pneumonia-related health crisis, raising global concerns. The Vatican confirmed he is ...

DPA International on MSN12h

Cousin of Pope Francis says he is 'worried' about pontiff's health

The 93-year-old Italian cousin of Pope Francis is worried about the health of the 88-year-old head of the Catholic Church.

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