College of Cardinals

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Francis appointed then-Bishop McElroy to the College of Cardinals in 2022, and three years later he appointed Cardinal McElroy the eighth archbishop of Washington on Jan. 6.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2025

During the time between the Pope's death and the election of his successor, the College of Cardinals governs the Church.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2025

At age 49 he will become the second-youngest member of the College of Cardinals when he is installed Sept. 30.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 30, 2023

Daily Il Fatto Quotidiano quoted an email from the dean of the College of Cardinals, Cardinal Battista Re, to his colleagues saying Francis’ return to the Vatican was expected Thursday or Friday.

From Washington Times • Jun. 14, 2023

The Roman ecclesiastics recommended a candidate to the College of Cardinals; their choice had to be ratified by the populace of Rome, and, after that, the emperor must give his approval.

From History of the Intellectual Development of Europe, Volume I (of 2) Revised Edition by Draper, John William