papal
Example Sentences
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Bookmakers outside of the U.S. have long offered wagers on elections, sports and even papal conclaves.
He took Francis as his papal name in honour of St Francis of Assisi, a saint who renounced his wealth and lived among the poor.
From BBC
In a year crowded with overwhelming headlines, the moment of the papal election felt slow, solemn and reflective.
The search for a replacement for Cardinal Nichols was led by the Apostolic Nuncio, or papal ambassador to the UK, who presented a list of potential candidates to Pope Leo.
From BBC
Why did a church with an infallible papal teacher need councils?
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