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Published on 01:20 GMT

Conclave: After Pope Francis' death, who are frontrunners to become new head of Catholic Church?

One of the most keenly-observed electoral processes around the world is that of picking a new pope. After Pope Francis' death last month at age 88, preparations are on in the Vatican City to choose the new head of the Catholic Church -- that boasts …

Source: DNA India - Right-wing
Published on May 5, 2025

My encounter with Pope Francis during the Covid-19 pandemic

Pope Francis waves to the crowd from the popemobile after the Easter mass, at St Peter's square in the Vatican on April 20, 2025. (Photo by Andreas SOLARO / AFP) On September 1, 2021, I was nominated to be part of Africa’s delegation to Rome under …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on May 5, 2025

Who will succeed Pope Francis? Possible front-runners from Asia, Africa, Europe

Pope Francis left a legacy as a reformist and a staunch advocate for the marginalized, especially immigrants and the poor. While continuing to fight for the underprivileged may come as a natural endeavor for his successor, the Catholic Church is not known …

Source: AOL - Pending
Published on May 5, 2025

Leader of Central Asia's Bishops: Pope Francis inspires us to transmit God's love

In an interview with Vatican News, the President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Central Asia, Bishop José Luis Mumbiela Sierra, remembers Pope Francis for bringing God's love to those least expecting, and calling his Visits to Central Asia …

Source: Vatican News - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 5, 2025

Meet the 16 cardinals who could potentially succeed Pope Francis

The Roman Catholic Church will appoint a new pope. Pope Francis died recently. Here are the 16 cardinals who may succeed him. With no official campaigning or list of candidates and the election process shrouded in secrecy, speculation about who will …

Source: News24 - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Catholicism in China: The Challenge for the Next Pope

Catholicism in China poses a formidable problem for the Vatican. The late Pope Francis is warmly remembered for his deep, sincere faith and compassion. But the Holy Father has also been accused of abandoning the Catholic Church in China. This criticism is …

Source: Patheos - Indeterminate
Published on 01:04 GMT

Several Asian cardinals are on some Vatican watchers’ short lists of ‘papabile’

7 (OSV News) — At the upcoming conclave, of the 133 cardinal electors who will enter the Sistine Chapel, 23 will come from Asia. At least six are on various short lists as “papabile,” or “popeable” candidates. Those lists are mostly created by journalists, …

Source: OSV News - Center-right
Published on 05:24 GMT

Beyond a possible Asian or African pope, what are the priorities of the cardinals in the conclave?

VATICAN CITY – Cardinals electing a new pope have some fundamental questions to weigh, beyond whether to give the Catholic Church its first Asian or African pontiff, or a conservative or progressive. Although they come from 70 different countries, the 133 …

Source: KSAT - Texas - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Central Asian Catholics inspired by Pope Francis’ visits: bishop

The head of the Central Asian bishops’ conference has termed the late Pope Francis’ visits to the countries in the region a gesture of love and hope for the minority Catholics there. "The legacy of Pope Francis is a call to bring hope where it is …

Source: Union of Catholic Asian News - Indeterminate
Published on May 5, 2025

The frontrunners hotly tipped to replace Pope Francis as cardinals prepare for conclave

Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, and Italian Pietro Parolin are hotly tipped in betting markets around the world. Luis Tagle Cardinal Tagle is sometimes called the "Asian Francis" because of his infectious smile, easy laugh, and spontaneity …

Source: Irish Examiner - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

16 potential successors to Pope Francis

The 15 cardinals who are among the potential favourites to become the next pope, known as the "papabili."on April 21, 2025. [AFP] With no official campaigning or list of candidates and the election process shrouded in secrecy, speculation about …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on May 4, 2025

Meet Cardinal Luis Tagle, a Top Contender to Succeed Pope Francis

Since the death of Pope Francis, a reform-minded Pontiff who had led the Catholic Church since 2013, thoughts have been circulating as to who will be selected as his successor. The papal conclave—the election of the next Pope—is set to begin on May 7, and …

Source: TIME Magazine - Center-left
Published on May 5, 2025

Could the next pope come from Asia?

Cardinal Tagle, 67, has had a longstanding relationship with Pope Francis, serving as his envoy to Asia during the 2015-16 Jubilee Year and accompanying him on his 2014 visit to South Korea. Known for his humility and emphasis on serving the poor, Tagle…

Source: Eurasia Magazine - Indeterminate
Published on May 4, 2025

Cardinal Electors from Across the Globe Prepare to Gather in the Sistine Chapel to Choose Pope Francis’s Successor in ...

In just a few days, the eyes of the Catholic world will turn toward the Sistine Chapel, where 133 cardinals are expected to gather on May 7 to choose the next pope. But unlike previous elections, this conclave has a very different makeup—one that reflects …

Source: TDPel Media - Indeterminate
Published on May 4, 2025

Meet Cardinal Luis Antonio Gokim Tagle, a Top Contender to Succeed Pope Francis

Since the death of Pope Francis, a reform-minded Pontiff who had led the Catholic Church since 2013, thoughts have been circulating as to who will be selected as his successor. The papal conclave—the election of the next Pope—is set to begin on May 7, and …

Source: TIME Magazine - Center-left
Published on May 5, 2025

Cardinals could pick Chito Tagle, 'Asian Francis', as next pope

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle arrives to attend along with other cardinals a mourning Mass for Pope Francis on the ninth day of Novendiali (nine days of mourning after the Pope’s funeral) at St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican, May 4, 2025. REUTERS VATICAN …

Source: Inquirer - Pending
Published on May 4, 2025

Lazzaro You: from Korea to the Vatican with the spirit of East Asia

by E. Cabrera As the Prefect of the Dicastery for the Clergy, Cardinal Lazzaro You Heung-sik holds one of the most influential roles in the Roman Curia. His life journey—from a war-torn Korea to the corridors of the Vatican—offers insight into the values, …

Source: Asia News - Center-right
Published on May 5, 2025

The Pope's Role in Major Events of the Modern Era

Cardinals of the Catholic Church from around the world will gather at the Sistine Chapel, Vatican, to begin the conclave or the process of electing the next pope on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. They will choose a new pope following the death of Pope Francis on …

Source: Tempo.co - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Cardinals could pick Filipino Tagle, 'Asian Francis', as next pope

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is sometimes called the "Asian Francis" because of his infectious smile, easy laugh, and spontaneity with words. Like the late Argentine pope, he hails from a country far from the …

Source: The Malaysian Star - Indeterminate

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Trump posts pictures of himself as pope

(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated image portraying himself as the pope, just days after joking about taking on the role. The digitally altered photo, posted Saturday on his Truth Social platform, shows Trump dressed in papal …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Media reports Macron accuses of middling in papal conclave

(MENAFN) Several conservative Italian news outlets have accused French President Emmanuel Macron of attempting to sway the upcoming papal conclave in favor of a French candidate. The reports emerged following Macron’s meetings with cardinal electors and a …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:29 GMT

Zelensky pleads along side Trump in Vatican

(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky used a brief meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the Vatican to appeal for renewed American involvement in ending the conflict with Russia, The Economist reported on Tuesday. The two leaders spoke for …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 07:12 GMT

President Lai meets Japan’s LDP Youth Division delegation

TAIWAN, May 1 - Details 2025-04-29 President Lai meets NBR delegation On the morning of April 29, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR). In remarks, President Lai stated that as Taiwan stands at …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 17:56 GMT

DIVINE TIMING: The Sacred Order Foretells a Spiritual Awakening Ahead of the Upcoming Vatican Conclave

VATICAN CITY, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the recent passing of Pope Francis, the eyes of the world turn once again toward Vatican City and the conclave scheduled to begin on May 7, 2025. In a timely literary release, author Roger L. …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 06:09 GMT

ISKCON Naperville Celebrates Second Anniversary with Special Guest Hema Malini on May 18

NAPERVILLE, IL, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) of Naperville is delighted to announce a special celebration on Sunday, May 18, marking the second anniversary of the …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 06:03 GMT

Punjabi Sahit Sabha Honors U.S.-Based Author Dr. Satpreet Singh for Cultural Contributions

First Kavisari Darbar in 71 Years Organized by Punjabi Sahit Sabha Ludhiana at Punjabi Bhawan; Dr. Satpreet Singh Honored Among Leading Literary Figures LUDHIANA, PUNJAB, INDIA, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark cultural and …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 21:35 GMT

Tracy Emerick Explores Coaching Through the Lens of Bill Belichick and Jesus Christ

This thought-provoking book delves into the timeless principles of coaching, drawing parallels between two extraordinary figures from vastly different worlds. YORBA LINDA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tracy Emerick’s latest book, …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 21:17 GMT

New Book Explores Impact of 'Extreme Entrepreneurs' Steve Jobs and Jesus Christ on Humanity

New Book Explores Impact of “Extreme Entrepreneurs” Steve Jobs and Jesus Christ on Humanity. YORBA LINDA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an innovative exploration of influence and inspiration, Tracy Emerick, Ph.D., presents “ …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 20:26 GMT

Location Change for the Induction Ceremony of the MJHI Manhattan Jewish Hall of Fame

Distinguished New Yorkers To be Inducted On May 6th into the MJHI Manhattan Jewish Hall of Fame Class of 2025 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robin Bronk, Professor Sylvain Cappell, Jack Kliger, Frank London, Rabbi …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 19:55 GMT

Birmingham Boys Choir Celebrates: 50+ Years with 2025 'Founding Cities Tour'

Historic East Coast Tour Honors Legacy, Features Collaborations with Local Choirs WASHINGTON, D.C., MD, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The award-winning Birmingham Boys Choir (BBC), renowned for its tradition of excellence in …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 18:19 GMT

Harold E. Long's New Book On Alcoholism and Addiction Hits Amazon’s Best Seller List

Groundbreaking new book, "The Big Delusion: Shattering the Delusions of Alcoholism and Addiction," has achieved New Release Best Seller status on Amazon. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This faith-based …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

Birmingham Boys Choir Celebrates: 50+ Years with 2025 'Founding Cities Tour'

Historic East Coast Tour Honors Legacy, Features Collaborations with Local Choirs NORFOLK, VA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The award-winning Birmingham Boys Choir (BBC), renowned for its tradition of excellence in choral …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Quaker Meetinghouse in Minneapolis Will Save $50,000 on Energy Bills with Solar Panels

Minneapolis Friends Meeting recently went solar, highlighting the role that Houses of Worship play in promoting local, equitable clean energy adoption. MINNEAPOLIS , MN, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This weekend, Minneapolis …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:39 GMT

AMMWEC to Host Capitol Hill Event: "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing Asia's Potential"

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) will be hosting an upcoming Capitol Hill event titled "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 14:54 GMT

TaxZerone Reminds Nonprofits to File 990 Forms by May 15 to Stay Compliant

With just 10 days remaining, nonprofits are reminded to submit their Form 990 returns for Tax Year 2024 to remain in good standing with the IRS. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nonprofit organizations operating on …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 10:15 GMT

Dani Pettrey’s New Novel 'Two Seconds Too Late': A Gripping Tale of Faith, Suspense, and Supporting Veterans

Dani Pettrey’s New Novel "Two Seconds Too Late": A Gripping Tale of Faith, Suspense, & Supporting Veterans, shares her deep patriotic heritage as veteran spouse TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bestselling author …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Dr. Jeston Watkins Achieves Best-Seller Status with Release of Transformational New Book

Dr. Jeston Watkins Releases New Book “The Voice of a PK” Exploring the life of a Preacher’s Kid & Overcoming Obstacles through Faith & Determination PENSACOLA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Interfaith University …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 06:38 GMT

Dr. Satpreet Singh Honored at Sri Akal Takht Sahib Ji for Global Contributions to Sikh Heritage and Unity

Singh Sahib Giani Kuldeep Singh Ji Gharghaj Recognizes U.S.-Based Sikh Scholar for Advancing Panthic Values Worldwide AMRITSAR, PUNJAB, INDIA, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a spiritually historic moment on April 30, 2025 at Sri Akal Takht …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 06:34 GMT

After Clergy Arrested for Praying, Moral Monday Returns to U.S. Supreme Court to Confront Deadly Federal Budget

Faith leaders and impacted people to hold prayerful protest calling out a budget that will kill Medicaid, starve children, and abandon the poor WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, May 5, 2025, at 11:00 …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 12:28 GMT

Celebrate 150 Years of Faith and Community at Yountville Community Church

Celeste and Robert White of Napa extend their heartfelt congratulations to Yountville Community Church (YCC) as it celebrates its remarkable 150th anniversary. YOUNTVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Founded in 1874 and …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

AMMWEC and UPF Honor Pakistani Senator Kamran Michael for Championing Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), in partnership with the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), proudly presented awards to Pakistani Senator …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 21:13 GMT

Coming Home to Lemuria: Charmian Redwood Offers a Spiritual Map to Rediscover Ancient Wisdom Today

Hypnotherapist Charmian Redwood unveils a soul-stirring journey to Lemuria, guiding readers to remember their purpose and raise Earth’s vibration SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her illuminating new book, …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 18:06 GMT

Retired Air Force Master Sergeant and Financial Executive Andrew P. Tomaro Launches New Book, 'From Where?'

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Andrew P. Tomaro, a retired Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force and former executive in the financial sector, announces the release of his captivating new book, "From Where …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

FREE WEBINAR LAUNCHES MAY 25 TO SUPPORT WITCHES IN RECOVERY WITH SPIRITUAL TOOLS

A new free webinar designed for witches navigating addiction recovery through spirituality and magick launches Sunday, May 25 at 6PM EST. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new free webinar designed for witches …

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