Pope Francis
When did Pope Francis enter eternal life (in heaven)?
The day after Easter Sunday in 2025
What was Pope Leo's name?
Robert Francis Prevost
What comes out of the chimney of the Sistine Chapel to signify there is a new pope?
White smoke
What color do Cardinals wear?
Red
What is the title given to the leader of the worldwide Catholic Church?
The Pope
What is the name of the saint that Pope Francis took his papal name from?
St. Francis of Assisi
What American city did Pope Leo grow up in?
Chicago
What people elect the new pope?
The College of Cardinals
How many cardinals does the church have?
251
Who appointed the first pope?
Jesus
Why did Pope Francis take the name Francis?
In honor of his commitment to the poor, humility, and peace.
Name 2 languages that Pope Leo speaks (besides English)
English, Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese
How is a new pope chosen?
By getting 2/3 of the vote
How many cardinals were gathered to elect Pope Leo?
133
Who was the first pope?
Saint Peter, one of Jesus' disciples
What country was Pope Francis born in?
Argentina
What is the name of the religious order that Pope Leo was in?
Augustinian order
When does the conclave begin voting?
Within 15 to 20 days of the previous pope's death
How many votes were needed to elect Pope Leo?
89
What are the requirements of becoming Pope?
Baptized Catholic Male.
How old was Pope Francis when he passed away?
88
What American college did Pope Leo go to?
Villanova
What is the name of the special meeting of Cardinals to elect a new pope?
Conclave
What city/country does the pope live in?
Vatican City
What does pope mean?
Derived from Greek: Father