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'Proud to be part of this moment:' Green Country churches hold mass as conclave selects new pope

Sam Carrico Several Green County churches are holding Mass this week in honor of the first night of conclave at the Vatican. News On 6's Sam Carrico spoke to local pastors and has their reaction to the centuries-old tradition.

Cardinals set May 7 for conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor, amid calls for unity

Associated Press Catholic cardinals set May 7 as the date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor, following informal meetings where discussions centered on unity, the church's direction, and the unresolved issue of Cardinal Becciu's voting eligibility.

Pope Francis' funeral date announced by Vatican as first images of his body released

CBS News Pope Francis' funeral has been scheduled for 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. Eastern) on Saturday in front of St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican announced Tuesday, following a meeting of the College of Cardinals at the Catholic Church's city-state headquarters in the heart of Rome.

Vice President JD Vance reacts to Pope Francis' death one day after meeting him

CBS News Vice President JD Vance reacted to the death of Pope Francis a day after meeting with the pontiff on Easter Sunday, saying he was "happy to see him yesterday," though he noted that Francis "was obviously very ill."

Pope Francis shares message after a peaceful night in the hospital: "Thank you for your closeness"

CBS News Pope Francis, who is in critical condition with a complex lung infection, offered his thanks for the "many messages of affection" he has received since he was hospitalized earlier this month.

Rare Blue Supermoon Brightens The Night Sky This Week In The Closest Full Moon Of The Year

Associated Press Stargazers are in for a double treat this week: a rare blue supermoon with Saturn peeking from behind.

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Vatican: Pope Expected To Be Released Soon From Hospital After Abdominal Surgery

Associated Press Pope Francis is expected to be released from the hospital “in the coming days,” as he recovers well and without complications from abdominal surgery last week, the Vatican said Wednesday.

Vatican: Pope Expected To Be Released Soon From Hospital After Abdominal Surgery

Pope Voices Willingness To Return Indigenous Loot, Artifacts

Vatican: Pope Francis To Leave Hospital On Saturday

Associated Press Pope Francis is expected to be discharged on Saturday from the Rome hospital where he is being treated for bronchitis as his recovery proceeds in a “normal” way, even had pizza for dinner and will be in St. Peter’s Square for Palm Sunday Mass, the Vatican said.

Vatican: Pope Francis To Leave Hospital On Saturday

Thousands Mourn Benedict XVI As Pope Emeritus Lies In State At The Vatican

CBS News Thousands filed past the body of Benedict XVI on Monday as the pope emeritus, who died Saturday at age 95, lay in state at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican.

Thousands Mourn Benedict XVI As Pope Emeritus Lies In State At The Vatican

CBS News Thousands filed past the body of Benedict XVI on Monday as the pope emeritus, who died Saturday at age 95, lay in state at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican.

American Tourist Smashed 2 Ancient Roman Busts In The Vatican

CBS News An American tourist visiting the Vatican smashed two ancient Roman busts on Wednesday. The man was reportedly in a "state of agitation" when he threw the two busts, according to the Vatican.

American Tourist Smashed 2 Ancient Roman Busts In The Vatican

CBS News An American tourist visiting the Vatican smashed two ancient Roman busts on Wednesday. The man was reportedly in a "state of agitation" when he threw the two busts, according to the Vatican.

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Pope Apologizes For 'Catastrophic' School Abuses In Canada

CBS News Pope Francis issued a historic apology Monday for the Catholic Church's cooperation with Canada's "catastrophic" policy of Indigenous residential schools, saying the forced assimilation of Native peoples into Christian society destroyed their cultures, severed families and marginalized generations in ways still being felt today.

Pope Apologizes For 'Catastrophic' School Abuses In Canada

Pope Heads To Canada As Indigenous Groups Seek Full Apology For School Abuse

CBS News Pope Francis began a fraught visit to Canada on Sunday to apologize to Indigenous peoples for abuses by missionaries at residential schools, a key step in the Catholic Church's efforts to reconcile with Native communities and help them heal from generations of trauma.

Pope Heads To Canada As Indigenous Groups Seek Full Apology For School Abuse

Watch: Pope Francis Holds First General Audience With The Public In 6 Months

CBS News Pope Francis held his first weekly General Audience with the public in six months at the Vatican on Wednesday. It was held in San Damaso courtyard instead of St. Peter’s Square. There were temperature checks before visitors were allowed inside.

Watch: Pope Francis Holds First General Audience With The Public In 6 Months

Watch: Cleaners disinfect St. Peter's Basilica

CBS News Watch: Cleaners disinfect St. Peter's Basilica

Watch: Cleaners disinfect St. Peter's Basilica

CBS News Watch: Cleaners disinfect St. Peter's Basilica

Grand Jury Report IDs over 300 'Predator Priests,' More Than 1,000 Child Victims

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More than 1,000 children were molested by hundreds of Roman Catholic priests in 6 Pennsylvania dioceses, while senior church officials tried to cover it up, according to a landmark grand jury report.

Grand Jury Report IDs over 300 'Predator Priests,' More Than 1,000 Child Victims

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More than 1,000 children were molested by hundreds of Roman Catholic priests in 6 Pennsylvania dioceses, while senior church officials tried to cover it up, according to a landmark grand jury report.

New Travel Costs Revealed For EPA Head Amid Ongoing Scrutiny

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Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt spent more than $120,000 in taxpayer funds last summer for a trip to Italy that included a meeting of G-7 ministers and a private tour of the Vatican.

New Travel Costs Revealed For EPA Head Amid Ongoing Scrutiny

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'Proud to be part of this moment:' Green Country churches hold mass as conclave selects new pope

Cardinals set May 7 for conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor, amid calls for unity

Pope Francis' funeral date announced by Vatican as first images of his body released

Vice President JD Vance reacts to Pope Francis' death one day after meeting him

Pope Francis shares message after a peaceful night in the hospital: "Thank you for your closeness"

Rare Blue Supermoon Brightens The Night Sky This Week In The Closest Full Moon Of The Year

Vatican: Pope Expected To Be Released Soon From Hospital After Abdominal Surgery

Vatican: Pope Expected To Be Released Soon From Hospital After Abdominal Surgery

Pope Francis Emerges From 3-Hour Abdominal Surgery Without Complications

Pope Francis Emerges From 3-Hour Abdominal Surgery Without Complications

Pope Voices Willingness To Return Indigenous Loot, Artifacts

Pope Voices Willingness To Return Indigenous Loot, Artifacts

Vatican: Pope Francis To Leave Hospital On Saturday

Vatican: Pope Francis To Leave Hospital On Saturday

Thousands Mourn Benedict XVI As Pope Emeritus Lies In State At The Vatican

Thousands Mourn Benedict XVI As Pope Emeritus Lies In State At The Vatican

American Tourist Smashed 2 Ancient Roman Busts In The Vatican

American Tourist Smashed 2 Ancient Roman Busts In The Vatican

Pope Apologizes For 'Catastrophic' School Abuses In Canada

Pope Apologizes For 'Catastrophic' School Abuses In Canada

Pope Heads To Canada As Indigenous Groups Seek Full Apology For School Abuse

Pope Heads To Canada As Indigenous Groups Seek Full Apology For School Abuse

Watch: Pope Francis Holds First General Audience With The Public In 6 Months

Watch: Pope Francis Holds First General Audience With The Public In 6 Months

Watch: Cleaners disinfect St. Peter's Basilica

Watch: Cleaners disinfect St. Peter's Basilica

Grand Jury Report IDs over 300 'Predator Priests,' More Than 1,000 Child Victims

Grand Jury Report IDs over 300 'Predator Priests,' More Than 1,000 Child Victims

New Travel Costs Revealed For EPA Head Amid Ongoing Scrutiny

New Travel Costs Revealed For EPA Head Amid Ongoing Scrutiny

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NBA Finals Game 7: Thunder vs Pacers LIVE BLOG

NBA Finals Game 7: Thunder vs Pacers LIVE BLOG

Oklahoma native Kristin Chenoweth to perform national anthem before Game 7 of NBA Finals

Oklahoma native Kristin Chenoweth to perform national anthem before Game 7 of NBA Finals

Lankford urges caution on U.S. involvement in Iran conflict, Senate faces tight budget deadline

Lankford urges caution on U.S. involvement in Iran conflict, Senate faces tight budget deadline

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NBA Finals Game 7: Thunder vs Pacers LIVE BLOG

Oklahoma native Kristin Chenoweth to perform national anthem before Game 7 of NBA Finals

Lankford urges caution on U.S. involvement in Iran conflict, Senate faces tight budget deadline

Here’s how Iran could retaliate after US strikes on its nuclear program

Lankford: U.S. must act to stop Iran’s nuclear threat and protect American lives

Bernie Sanders holds rally in Tulsa, weighs in on Iran conflict