Angelo Scola
Angelo Scola is an influential Italian cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church, known for his tenure as the Archbishop of Milan from 2011 to 2017. Born on November 7, 1941, in Malgrate, Italy, Scola is recognized for his scholarly approach to theology and philosophy, promoting a vision of the Church that emphasizes dialogue with contemporary culture. He was created a cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI in 2012 and has been seen as a potential papal candidate, particularly during the conclave that elected Pope Francis in 2013. Scola has been an advocate for ecumenism and interfaith dialogue, reflecting his belief in the importance of cooperation among different religious traditions. His name has resurfaced in discussions about potential successors to Pope Francis as the Vatican navigates challenges related to church leadership and doctrine.
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Angelo Scola was mistakenly congratulated as the new pope by the Italian Episcopal Conference after the 2013 conclave.
Election du pape Léon XIV : « Pour Pietro Parolin, bras droit du pape François, il ne s’agit pas d’une défaite, mais d’une victoire : celle de “faiseur de pape” »
France· 2025-05-10
Angelo Scola received more votes than Jorge Mario Bergoglio in the first round but ultimately did not grow in support.
León XIV se marca como prioridad defender “la dignidad humana y el trabajo” ante una nueva revolución industrial y de la IA | Internacional
Spain· 2025-05-10
The process recalls that of Pope Francisco, who surpassed the favorite Angelo Scola in the fifth voting in 2013.
El “paso al costado” del cardenal favorito que permitió a Prevost ser Papa - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-05-09
Angelo Scola was considered a favorite in the conclave but failed to secure enough votes.
¿Qué pasó dentro del cónclave? A la hora de comer, cae la opción italiana y emerge el gran candidato a papa en la sombra | InternacionalSpain· 2025-05-09
Angelo Scola was a leading candidate in the papal election.
¿Cuántas votaciones faltan para elegir al nuevo Papa?
Honduras· 2025-05-08
Angelo Scola is a former Archbishop of Milan and was a frontrunner in the 2013 conclave.
Pope Francis backed him when he took on a president. Now he's voting in the conclave
United Kingdom· 2025-05-08
Angelo Scola was seen as a strong candidate in the 2013 conclave but did not secure the necessary votes.
el Cónclave 2025 bajo la lupa de los apostadores en línea que juegan millones de dólares
Guatemala· 2025-05-08
Angelo Scola was also seen as a leading candidate in the 2013 conclave.
Conclave: italiano Pietro Parolin lidera nas casas de apostas para novo papa; veja as odds
Liechtenstein· 2025-05-07
Angelo Scola was previously considered a likely candidate for Pope during the 2013 Conclave.
La frammentazione tra i «bergogliani». Almeno cinque gruppi giocano la loro partita al Conclave
Italy· 2025-05-07
Angelo Scola was considered a strong candidate in the conclave that elected Bergoglio.
Historia secreta de los cónclaves: las batallas internas de las 10 últimas elecciones de un papa | CulturaSpain· 2025-05-07
Angelo Scola is a former Archbishop of Milan and was a frontrunner in the 2013 conclave.
Voting due to start to elect a new popeUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-07
Angelo Scola could still be elected despite being over 80.
The divides behind the scenes in the VaticanUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-07
Angelo Scola was considered a strong candidate for the papacy during the conclave that elected Bergoglio.
La «strategia della malattia» e i veleni sulla «mafia di San Gallo»: così fu condizionato il Conclave di Papa FrancescoItaly· 2025-05-06
Angelo Scola was believed to have a significant amount of support during the conclave.
Conclave, chi parla di «cinquine» e chi ha liste di nomi: ma le congregazioni generali non sciolgono i dubbiItaly· 2025-05-06
Angelo Scola was a frontrunner in 2013 when Francis was chosen and has published a book on old age.
How the Vatican makes its smoke signalUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-05
Angelo Scola was a favorite candidate in the 2013 conclave but did not become Pope.
así era su relación con Francisco
Colombia· 2025-05-04
Angelo Scola is an Italian Cardinal who was previously considered a strong candidate for the papacy.
“La iglesia Católica vive una guerra civil”, asevera periodista Marco Politi; es autor del libro “Francisco entre los lobos”
Mexico· 2025-05-04
The former Archbishop of Milan was a frontrunner in 2013 when Francis was chosen.
Trump criticised after posting AI image of himself as PopeUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-04
Cardinal Angelo Scola of Milan was one of the favorites at the 2013 conclave.
Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates
United States· 2025-05-03
Angelo Scola was a frontrunner in 2013 when Francis was chosen and has published a book on old age.
How the film sheds light on the secretive way popes are chosenUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-02
Angelo Scola was the favorite before the conclave in 2013 but remained a cardinal.
As fraquezas de Pietro Parolin, o favorito para se tornar o próximo Papa, e seus laços tensos com Francisco
Brazil· 2025-04-30Angelo Scola was a strong contender for the papacy in the 2013 conclave but ultimately remained a cardinal.
As fraquezas de Pietro Parolin, o favorito para se tornar o próximo Papa, e seus laços tensos com FranciscoBrazil· 2025-04-30
Angelo Scola is mentioned as a recent archbishop of Milan.
Conclave, prima volta senza milanesi dal 1878: la diocesi più grande d'Europa esclusa dall'elezione del nuovo PapaItaly· 2025-04-27
Cardinal Angelo Scola is the author of an upcoming book for which Pope Francis contributed a preface.
The ‘destiny’ hidden in Pope Francis’ soccer club cardUnited States· 2025-04-25
Angelo Scola is mentioned as a potential 'papa emeritus'.
Parolin sau Tagle? Casele de pariuri au deschis ....Conclavul. Ce cardinali au cea mai mare cotă?
Romania· 2025-04-24
Angelo Scola was considered a main contender for the papacy in 2013.
Cónclave 2025: entre el Espíritu Santo y hombres de carne y hueso
Venezuela· 2025-04-24
Former Archbishop of Milan, Angelo Scola was a frontrunner in 2013 when Francis was chosen.
A time for 'reflection' before funeralUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-24
Former Archbishop Angelo Scola was a frontrunner in the previous conclave and has resurfaced as a candidate.
The church to become Pope Francis's resting placeUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-23
Angelo Scola is an eligible candidate for the papacy despite being over eighty years old.
para las casas de apuestas, el italiano Pietro Parolin y el filipino Luis Tagle son los máximos candidatos
Argentina· 2025-04-23
Angelo Scola is a former archbishop in Milan and is releasing a book this week.
Hver tekur við af Frans páfa?
Iceland· 2025-04-23