CNA—The conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor will begin on May 7, as the Church enters the final preparatory phase for choosing its 267th pope. Follow here for live updates of the latest news and information on the papal transition: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/263787/live-updates-cardinals-gather-as-conclave-to-elect-successor-to-pope-francis
Highlights of what you’ll discover as of today (Sunday, May 4, 2025) include:
- How Pope Francis shaped the College of Cardinals
- How Germany and China are trying to impact the conclave
- General congregations: Edward Pentin with Raymond Arroyo
- An inside look at Michael Angelo’s majestic Sistine Chapel and the preparations for the conclave
- A short clip on the special smoke chimney which is attached and detached fur use only during the election of a new pope
- and more… and ongoing as the conclave begins on Monday.
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