Tag Archives: Papal Election

Pope Francis

Posted on March 15, 2013 by fitzjameshorse

October 1958…I was 6 years old. I recall my mother telling me that the new Pope was called John….John XXIII. He died in 1963 and Pope PaulVI was elected. Essentially the reign of Pope John was my primary school years. … Continue reading →

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Habemus Papam?

Posted on March 12, 2013 by fitzjameshorse

Apparently ten experierenced Vatican watchers have been asked to name the next Pope. And eight have suggested Cardinal Sean Patrick O’Malley from Boston. Personally it would surprise me if an American is chosen. It would alienate too many in the … Continue reading →

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