Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re is an Italian cardinal known for his long service in the Vatican, including his role as the Prefect of the Congregation for Bishops. Currently the dean of the College of Cardinals, he presides over the cardinal assembly and is responsible for organizing the conclave to elect a new pope when necessary.
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Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re led the funeral mass of Pope Francis just over a week ago.
‘I am very proud to be a Roman Catholic in Ireland today’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-07
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re said a new pope must foster a sense of communion.
Children and the dangers of gambling – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-07
He emphasized the need for unity and love in his homily, urging electors to choose a pope capable of guiding the Church through contemporary challenges.
Meet the 4 Indians who will be voting to pick the next pope
India· 2025-05-07
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re talked warmly about Francis’ vision for the church during the homily at Francis’ funeral.
Cardinals at a crossroads: Rival camps emerge in battle over new pope
United States· 2025-05-02
91-year-old Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re gave a homily on the pope's legacy.
Conclave to elect new pope to begin on May 7 - Vatican says
Ghana· 2025-04-28
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re gave a homily on Pope Francis' legacy during the funeral.
Images of Pope Francis' tomb in Santa Maria Maggiore church released
United Kingdom· 2025-04-27
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re addressed the crowd at Pope Francis's funeral, sharing memories of the pope's final moments.
World leaders join thousands of mourners as pope is laid to rest – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-26
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re will preside over the funeral mass for Pope Francis.
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Egypt· 2025-04-26
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re will preside over the Catholic rites and blessings at Pope Francis' funeral.
Pope Francis funeral: Schedule, the Novendiali, Mass detailsUnited States· 2025-04-26
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re commented on Pope Francis's determination to serve the Church until the end.
Huge queues, long wait to get to see Pope Francis
Guyana· 2025-04-25
Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for Saturday, 26 April at 10:00 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, and will be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
The death of Pope Francis and its aftermath - Most Rev. Joseph Osei-Bonsu writesGhana· 2025-04-24
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re will preside over the funeral Mass for Pope Francis.
Pope Francis' last wish: Burial outside St. Peter's Basilica in simple earth tomb
Kenya· 2025-04-23
The funeral Mass will take place on St Peter’s Square at 10am on Saturday with Dean of the College of Cardinals, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, presiding.
Thousands of Catholics to pay tribute as pontiff lies in state – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-23
That service, to be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals, will begin with a procession of clergy and the Pope’s coffin.
late pontiff raised a hand in farewell before falling into fatal coma, Vatican reveals
Australia· 2025-04-22The service will be led by the dean of the College of Cardinals, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Pope Francis's funeral to take place on Saturday, says VaticanUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-22
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re is the Dean of the College of Cardinals who will ask the new pope if he accepts his election.
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Thailand· 2025-04-21
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re will summon the cardinals to Rome for a conclave to elect Francis’s successor.
What happens after a pope dies? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-21
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, 91, is expected to preside over the conclave to elect the new pope.
Tang lễ Giáo hoàng Francis sẽ diễn ra thế nào
Vietnam· 2025-04-21
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re presides over the Easter Vigil Mass at St. Peter's Basilica on 19 April in Vatican City.
Easter celebrated around the world from Greece to IraqUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-20
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re touches the hand of Pope Francis during the Palm Sunday Mass.
Pope Francis greeted the faithful for about 10 minutes on Palm SundayUnited States· 2025-04-13
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re's term as the dean of the College of Cardinals was extended by Pope Francis.
Francis in critical condition with early kidney failure but remains alert as prayers pour inAustralia· 2025-02-23
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re is the dean of the College of Cardinals and has no additional role if the pope is merely sick.
What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?
Canada· 2025-02-23
