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Pope Francis is the reigning pope in 2013.
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What is the name of the longest- reigning pope?
After Saint Peter, the longest reigning pope was Pope Pius IX who served for 31 years, 7 months and 23 days.
Who was the pope in 1439?
Pope Eugene IV was reigning in the year 1439.
In 1965 on this day October 4th Pope Paul VI did something never done before by a reigning pope?
Pope Paul became the first reigning pope to visit the Americas where he addressed the United Nations in New York City.
Who was the pope in 1917?
Pope Benedict XV was the reigning pontiff in 1917.
Will the pope still be infallible after his resignation?
No, Benedict XVI is no longer the reigning pope so is not considered as infallible.
Which pope has lived the longest?
Rhe longest reigning pope was St. Peter who ruled for about 35 years. Pius IX was the second longest reigning pope. Pius IX was the longest-serving pope after Peter, holding the office for nearly 32 years.
Is there a previous pope still alive today?
As of March 1, 2013, Pope Francis is the reigning pope and Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI is alive and in retirement.
Why is a new pope elected?
If the reigning pontiff dies or resigns it is necessary for the College of Cardinals to elect a new pope.
What was the name of the pope in Tom Becket?
Pope Alexander III was reigning at the time Thomas Becket was murdered in the year 1170.
Who was head of the Catholic Church in 1357?
Pope Innocent VI was reigning in 1357.
What event led the need elect a new pope?
Pope Benedict XVI, the reigning pontiff at the time, resigned and the need to elect a new pope arose.
Did any Catholic pope visit the US before 1963?
The first reigning pope to visit the U.S. was Pope Paul VI in 1965. Pope Pius XII did visit before he was elected as pope, however.
