Who could be next in line to succeed Pope Francis? Speculation has been growing amid reports of the Popes critical illness.

Like his predecessors, Pope Francis was selected using an age-old method -- a system known as the Papal conclave.

With Pope Francis, 88, undergoing treatment, the Vatican prepares for a possible papal conclave. Among the 138 eligible ...

Like his predecessors, Pope Francis was selected using an age-old method -- a system known as the Papal conclave.

Understanding what a papal conclave is will grant you insights into the sacred Roman Catholic Church tradition. Learn more ...

Concerns over Pope Francis' health have mounted in recent years as have questions about his succession. Here's what we know.

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Sequestered cardinals would not tarry in long discussions, especially when they were away from the comfort of their own palaces, allowed only a single attendant and sleeping in simple cells. If they ...

The papal thriller “Conclave” steps behind the secretive walls of The Vatican during the complicated traditions of voting for a new Pope.  It has been ...

While the Vatican has assured that the Pope’s condition is stable, his age and history of health concerns have led to renewed ...

The system is known as the ‘Papal Conclave,’ and will be used once again to select the next Pope when the time comes. The system is democratic with a strong emphasis on working through multiple rounds ...

Pope Francis, 88, is receiving treatment at Rome's Gemelli Hospital following serious lung problems, fueling conjectures ...