Papal Conclave and Catholic Terminology

Vocabulary flashcards covering the Papal Conclave, definitions of Apostle and Disciple, Church leadership requirements, and papal infallibility.

Conclave

The process of voting for a new Pope.

Conclave Day One Voting

1 vote takes place on day one.

Conclave Remaining Days Voting

4 votes take place per day on the remaining days.

White Smoke

Signifies that a Pope was elected.

Black Smoke

Signifies that a Pope was not elected.

Maximum Cardinal Age for Conclave

79 years old to be allowed to participate in the conclave and become Pope.

Apostle

One who is sent.

Disciple

Students.

Pope Residency

Vatican city, Rome italy.

Infallibility Criteria

Has to be speaking from the chair of St. Peter and speak on matters of faith and morals.

Two Rules of Magisterium

Interpret and teach.

Days of Mourning

9 days of mourning.

Conclave Schedule Window

15-20 days after a pope dies or resigns.

Apostolic Succession Lineage

Jesus, Apostles, Pope Peter, Pope leo.