All cardinals under the age of 80 are responsible for electing the pope.
The College of Cardinals began electing the pope in the year 1059
The enclosure of the cardinals while electing a new pope is called a Conclave.
Yes, the cardinals cast secret ballots when electing a new pope.
The Clergy swore loyalty to the Pope (apart from the king)
The pope is responsible for the Roman Catholic church.
The highest rank of the Christian clergy is a Bishop. The highest ranking Bishop is the Pope.
The highest rank of the Christian clergy is a Bishop. The highest ranking Bishop is the Pope.
Priests, Deacons, Bishops, Cardinals, Monsignor's, the Pope, are all members of the Catholic clergy.
The popes were originally chosen by the clergy and faithful who lived in and near Rome.
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Three tellers are chosen by the cardinals in the conclave. Their job is to open, count and verify the ballots cast for the pope.
The Swiss Guard is responsible for the pope's safety.