Facts you should know about the Pope
New Delhi: The word 'pope' is derived from the Latin word 'papa' meaning father. In the Catholic Church, the Pope is regarded as the successor of St. Peter, the Apostle. St Peter was named by
The person holding the office of Pope is always male. Although there have been rumors to the contrary, a priest who has risen through the ranks to the status of a cardinal, and well-versed in theological doctrine and dogma is elected the Pope by the Sacred College of Cardinals.
Historically, with one or two probable exceptions, the pope has always been white — there were three popes from Africa, but their races are not certain.