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What do you call the bishops that elect the pope?
Bishops that elect the pope are called cardinals.
What is the nickname of the Roman Catholic council charged with while electing a new Pope?
The enclosure of the cardinals while electing a new pope is called a Conclave.
Did they have an election to find a new pope?
All cardinals under the age of 80 elect the new pope in a secret meeting in the Sistine Chapel called a conclave..
What sign is given to show when a new Pope is elected?
After the a vote is taken the ballots are burned in a stove in the Sistine Chapel and chemicals mixed with them. If the smoke is black, no pope has been elected. If the smoke is white, a new pope has been chosen.
Which pope was called the warrior pope?
His Holiness Pope Julius II was called the "Warrior Pope".
If becoming a priest is called ordination then what is becoming pope called?
Remember that a Pope is an ordained priest. Go to a search site and search Bishop of Rome. He who is elected as Bishop of Rome is the New Pope. The term is consecrated.
What is the period of a pope's term in office is called?
The period of a pope's term in office is called a papacy. There is no fixed term length, as a pope serves for life unless he resigns or is otherwise unable to fulfill his duties. The papacy continues until the death or resignation of the pope, after which a new pope is elected.
Why is Pope Benedict called Pope Benedict even though it is not his real name?
Pope Benedict was able to choose a new name when he was elected Pope. Popes usually choose the name of a saint they admire.
Who called for a writing of a new catechism?
Blessed pope john paul 2
Does the Pope get new pope clothes when he becomes the pope or does he use the pope clothes of the previous Pope?
The new Pope is always fitted with clothing tailored to his measurements.
What year did Catholics get a new pope?
Pope Fancis became the new pope in 2013.
What is the celebration called of a becoming of a Catholic Cardinal?
The Pope creates new Cardinals at a consistory.
