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The pope became a priest out of a deep commitment to his faith and a desire to serve God and the Church. His journey typically involves a calling to spiritual leadership, aiming to guide others in their religious lives. Becoming a priest allowed him to fulfill his vocation, ultimately leading him to the papacy, where he serves as a spiritual leader for Catholics worldwide.
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How does a priest become a pope?
A priest could only become pope if he is elected by the cardinals in conclave.
Has a religious order priest ever become pope?
Yes, there have been a number of ordered priests to become pope but Francis is the first Jesuit.
Can a married priest become a pope?
In theory, any Catholic male can be elected pope. In practice, the election is usually done among the cardinals, and I suspect it's fairly unlikely that a married priest - who would be sort of an outsider within the Catholic community - becomes either a cardinal or a pope.
What made Pope Benedict XVI decide to become a priest?
Because he sutdyed
When did the Pope Benedict become a priest?
Benedict XVI was ordained on June 29, 1951.
Can a psychiatrist be pope?
Yes, as long as he is a baptized Catholic who agrees to become a priest and then a bishop.
When did Pope Clement VII become a priest?
He was ordained at Freising , Germany, on June 29, 1951.
What order of the priest was Pope Benedict XVI?
Pope Cardinal Archbishop Bishop Priest Deacon
Where did Pope Benedict XVI become a priest?
He was ordained at Freising, Germany, on June 29, 1951.
Could a woman be elected pope?
No. If that happened, I suppose you'd have to call her the "Mome."
When was Pope Francis ordained a PRIEST (not pope)?
He was ordained a priest on December 13, 1969.
What was the background of the new pope as a priest?
Pope Francis studied as a Jesuit in Argentina and Germany, and went on to become bishop, and focused efforts on serving the poor.
