Pope

College of Cardinals

Details about the College of Cardinals during the vacancy of the Apostolic See

The Electors

Since 1059, the election of the Pope has been reserved to the cardinals alone.

When a Pope Dies

Details of the procedures followed immediately after the death of a Pope.

Resignation of a Pope

The possibility of the resignation of a reigning Pontiff is recognised in the Code of Canon Law

Election of a Pope

How is a pope elected? What happens when a pope resigns or dies.

Ignacio's Story

Ignacio had to flee Nicaragua to survive.

Tijan's Story

Tijan was six-years-old when he became a displaced person.

Sarah's Story

Sarah had to flee her village in Iraq.

Pope's Message

Message of his Holiness Pope Francis for the 106th World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2020.

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