Sede Vacante

The concept of sede vacante refers to the state of a diocese or archdiocese being without a prelate installed in office, typically following the death or resignation of the pope. The College of Cardinals governs the Holy See during this period, but only in a limited capacity, with the Cardinal Camerlengo managing the properties of the Holy See and the Major Penitentiary continuing to exercise his normal role. The sede vacante period is marked by a series of events, including the funeral Mass of the deceased pope, general congregations of the College of Cardinals, and the papal conclave to elect a successor. Once a new pope is elected, the sede vacante period officially ends, and the papal inauguration ceremony can take place.learn more on wikipedia