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In 2013, Pope Francis officially began his ministry as the 266th pope, receiving the ring symbolizing the papacy and a wool stole exemplifying his role as shepherd of his 1.2-billion strong flock during a Mass at the Vatican.
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The Arizona Republic, 19 Mar. 2024
Yet as much as any Protestant, Manzoni was aware of and disgusted by the frequently corrupt and demoralizing history of the papacy.
—David Harsanyi, National Review, 25 Jan. 2024
Surprising Fact Despite his differences with Pope Francis, Burke has at times also been seen as a candidate for the papacy.
—William Skipworth, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
At the time, many said this could set a new modern precedent for papal succession where the papacy typically isn’t served until death.
—William Skipworth, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2023
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The Arizona Republic, 19 Mar. 2024
Yet as much as any Protestant, Manzoni was aware of and disgusted by the frequently corrupt and demoralizing history of the papacy.
—David Harsanyi, National Review, 25 Jan. 2024
Surprising Fact Despite his differences with Pope Francis, Burke has at times also been seen as a candidate for the papacy.
—William Skipworth, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
At the time, many said this could set a new modern precedent for papal succession where the papacy typically isn’t served until death.
—William Skipworth, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2023
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“The papacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20papacy. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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