Pope creates new cardinals who may choose successor

by The Manila Times

Aug 29, 2022 12:14 am

POPE Francis on Saturday (Sunday in Manila) created 20 new cardinals picked from the four corners of the world, most of whom could one day end up choosing his successor.

Francis has raised the possibility of retiring due to his declining health, a path taken by his predecessor Benedict 16th. If he were to do so, a conclave involving all cardinals aged under 80 would be called to pick a successor.

Pope Francis delivers a message during his weekly general audience at the Vatican on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022. AP FILE PHOTO

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