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Here’s what happens after a new pope is elected

From John XXIII to Francis: The first messages of the last 6 popes

With great anticipation, Americans in Rome await white smoke

byGretchen R. Crowe

A morning of black smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney

Teaching the truth in love

byFather Patrick Briscoe, OP

Conclave: First ballot fails to elect pope

byJustin McLellan

Masses of mourning Pope Francis or papal auditions?

byMichael R. Heinlein

As conclave begins, it’s business as usual at the Vatican … sort of

byJunno Arocho Esteves

A glimpse inside the Vatican’s famous Room of Tears

byFather Patrick Briscoe, OP

A conclave under heaven’s gaze

byFather Patrick Briscoe, OP

Past conclaves give idea of when to watch for smoke from Sistine Chapel

Why do cardinals face ‘The Last Judgment’ when they cast their papal vote?