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Cardinals begin process of arranging conclave to elect new pope
Two popes, two resignations: Benedict XVI and Celestine V‎
Benedict XVI formally steps down as leader of Catholic Church
Glossary: Some of the terms you'll hear during the Papal election
Cardinal Brady notes 'significant' date of Pope's retirement news