The bishop of Rome, as Peter’s successor ... The phrase “ex cathedra” — Latin for “from the chair” — is still used to describe the pope’s most authoritative teachings.

Vigneron, 76, who received sustained applause when Weisenburger praised his work, now has the title of archbishop emeritus ...

During the Mass, the papal nuncio escorted him to the cathedra, or bishop’s chair, where he was seated as the new shepherd of ...