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No, the catholic church made the role in 304 a.d. and made it official in the 11th century.
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∙ 9y agoThere was the period from 1309 to 1378 during which seven Popes resided in Avignon, France, instead of Rome.
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Yes, there has always been a pope, the bishop of Rome, since St. Peter. However, his official roll has been redefined over history.
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How many previous bishops of Rome have there been?
Pope Francis is the 266th pope or bishop of Rome.
What does ' Papal Rome' mean?
The Vatican City (located in Rome) is a separate state and the head of that state is the Pope.
What does the pope and an archbishop have in common?
The Pope is the archbishop of the Diocese of Rome.
Why did the pope become a Christian?
The pope has always been a Christian.
Which city is located in central Italy and was ruled by the pope?
Vatican City
Where was the head of the Catholic located?
The head of the Roman Catholic Church, called the pope, is located in Rome, in the Vatican.
Have the cardinals always elected the pope?
Originally the pope was chosen by consensus of the clergy and members of the Church living in or near Rome.
In which Italian city does the pope live?
The pope lives in Vatican City which is a small, independent state located in Rome, Italy.
Where did the pope live before Avignon?
The Popes have always lived in Rome, except from 1309 until 1377, when there was a papal claimant living in Avignon, who was thought to be the legitimate pope.
In which city is Pope John Paul's church?
The Basilica of Saint John Lateran, the church of the Bishop of Rome, is located in Rome.
Is the pope the Bishop of Rome?
Yes, the pope is the bishop of Rome.
Where is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church located?
The Pope's residence is in Vatican City, an independent state located in Rome, Italy.
