Picking a pope: What happens in conclave

POSTED: 10:42 AM PDT Mar 11, 2013    UPDATED: 11:24 AM PDT Mar 13, 2013 

After weeks of speculation and plenty of pre-conclave meetings, the conclave has selected a new pope. Take a look at what's involved in the process of choosing a pope.

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The cardinals participated in a public Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica the morning the conclave starts. In the afternoon, the cardinals will gathered outside the Sistine Chapel, said a few prayers and hymns, then proceeded into the Sistine Chapel.

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