Events that occurred this week in Christian history include Ulf Ekman converting to Catholicism, the martyrdom of Balthasar ...

The secret ballot system, introduced by Pope Gregory XV in 1621, aims to limit overt political influence, though factions inevitably form. Each Cardinal writes their choice on a ballot ...

The secret ballot system, introduced by Pope Gregory XV in 1621, aims to reduce overt political influence, though factions inevitably form. Each Cardinal writes their choice on a ballot ...

The secret ballot system, introduced by Pope Gregory XV in 1621, aims to reduce overt political influence, though factions inevitably form. Each Cardinal writes their choice on a ballot ...

As Pope Francis continues to fight double pneumonia in hospital ... The ballot itself is secret and was introduced on 1621 by Gregory XV to try and avoid overt politicking but the Conclave is ...

As Pope Francis continues to fight double pneumonia ... The ballot itself is secret and was introduced on 1621 by Gregory XV to try and avoid overt politicking but the Conclave is inevitably ...

As Pope Francis fights double pneumonia in hospital, many are hoping the leader of the Catholic church makes a full recovery.

As Pope Francis battles double pneumonia in hospital, many are praying the head of the Catholic church makes a full recovery. But should the worst happen, the process of selecting a new Pope has ...