The pope is the head of the Roman Catholic Church and is considered to be the successor of Saint Peter. He holds spiritual authority over Catholics worldwide.
Papacy: The institution or office of the pope.
Papal Infallibility: The belief that when the pope speaks on matters of faith and morals, he is preserved from error by divine intervention.
Papal Conclave: A gathering of cardinals who elect a new pope after the death or resignation of a previous one.
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