The Vatican Protocol: What Happens When Pope Can No Longer Serve?

The Vatican Protocol: What Happens When Pope Can No Longer Serve?

Pope Francis remains in critical condition as he continues to battle double pneumonia and a lung infection, with doctors closely monitoring signs of early kidney complications. While the 88-year-old Argentine pontiff is responding to treatment, his health has again brought to attention the protocols in place when a pope is unable to fulfill his duties due to severe illness - or in the event of his death. The world's 1.3 billion Catholics wait wi…

Pope Francis' state of health gives cause for concern. What happens if the Pontiff loses his fight against the disease? Who chooses his successor? And who takes care of the funeral?

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

VATICAN CITY (AP); While the Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, they do not apply if he is sick or even unconscious. And there are no specific norms outlining what happens to the...

Pope Francis is in serious condition in hospital. If the pessimistic forecasts about the pontiff's health come true, the Vatican will elect a new head of the Catholic Church. This process has long traditions, including voting "under lock and key" and the announcement of the results by burning straw. More details about the procedure for electing the Pope are in the RBC-Ukraine article below. Contents: If the Pope Dies: What Will Happen in the Va…

Pope Francis has been hospitalized since February 14. Who directs the Catholic Church in her absence because of illness? What if the Pope dies? In this note we explain it to you

Pope Francis is in a “critical” condition according to the latest information from the Vatican. His health is worrying and raises questions about his succession, the death of the sovereign pontiff leading to very formal ceremonies. Source