Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
When a pope dies or resigns, the entire Roman Curia sees its powers suspended and top positions vacated, including the office of the personal secretary. But while the world turns its eyes to the upcoming conclave, what actually happens to the late pontiff’s closest confidant? Let’s find out what happened to some of the personal secretaries from the 20th and 21st centuries.
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When a pope dies or resigns, the entire Roman Curia sees its powers suspended and top positions vacated, including the office of the personal secretary. But while the world turns its eyes to the upcoming conclave, what actually happens to the late pontiff’s closest confidant? Let’s find out what happened to some of the personal secretaries from the 20th and 21st centuries.
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Make AdVaticanum your go-to source for Catholic news. You’ll get exclusive content from reporters on-the-ground in Vatican City so you can be fully updated on affairs within the Catholic Church. Plus, you’ll get additional Purely Catholic content that won’t be available on YouTube. Follow the link below and sign up for your free account:
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Support my channel by choosing Real Estate for Life for when you’re buying or selling a home. A portion of every sale goes to a pro-life charity. Click the link below and make sure to say that Purely Catholic sent you!
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