The next Pope election is poised to be a momentous occasion for the Catholic Church, as cardinals prepare to gather in the Vatican conclave to select a successor to Pope Francis, who passed away recently at the age of 88.With up to 135 cardinal electors participating, a significant portion of them—about 80%—were appointed by Francis during his tenure, raising questions about the continuity of his legacy and the potential influence of these papabili.
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Papal Conclave: The Unpredictable Path to the Next Pope
The papal conclave is a momentous event steeped in history and secrecy, marking the election of the next pope, particularly as the Catholic Church reflects on the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88.As attention turns to the College of Cardinals, eyes are glued to potential candidates while the intricacies of this clandestine process remain obscured from public view.