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The Vatican has announced that the Cardinals will begin the Conclave on May 7th, 2025, to elect a new Pope following the death of Pope Francis.
Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday, was buried at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in central Rome on Saturday last week.
The decision was made during the fifth General Congregation held today morning at the Vatican Synod Hall.
The Conclave will take place in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel, which will remain closed to visitors during those days,” the Vatican stated.
The Conclave will be preceded by a Solemn Eucharist Celebration, attended by the cardinal electors.
Of the 252 cardinals in the Church, 135 under the age of 80 will serve as electors in the Conclave. END.