Would Pope Francis resign? Experts say it’s unlikely – but the pontiff often springs surprises
When Benedict XVI became the first pope to resign in 600 years it sent shockwaves through the Catholic Church. Now, after spending two weeks in hospital battling pneumonia, the speculation in the Vatican is whether his successor Pope Francis might do the same.
Pope Emeritus Benedict stepped down from the papacy, making him the first one to take such a step in six centuries. This ...
A bishop removed from his diocese by Pope Francis is "grateful" for everyone who has prayed for the pope amid his ongoing ...
A secret meeting, and echoes of Benedict’s exit, have heightened talk that Francis could resign, too. But the possibility is ...
Pope Francis revealed during a 2022 interview that he signed a letter of resignation to be used in case of health issues ...
An old video which was recorded in 2024 showed the pontiff, Pope Francis responding to a question on weather he would ...
Some of Pope Francis’ cardinals have responded to the obvious question — will he resign? — as he continues fighting pneumonia ...
Pope Benedict XVI officially stepped down as leader of the Roman Catholic Church, citing a "lack of strength of mind and body ...
The Pope has previously stated that the papacy is ‘for life’, though he hasn't entirely ruled out resignation, acknowledging ...
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