The Italian press is alive the upcoming conclave. On May 7, cardinals will gather in the Sistine Chapel to choose a new bishop of Rome. For now, the period of mourning is still underway to the death of Pope Francis.
This does not bother the cardinals in conducting behind -the -scenes discussions and “election games”. Over 130 electors are already in place and are gathering at the congregations to get to know each other.
Vatican. The “campaign” is underway in front of the conclave. The cardinal was to press on electors
One of the influential cardinals belonging to the so -called Kurialists were to convince some of the clergy that one had to choose the pope who will be The continuator of Franciszek's thoughts.
Meanwhile, the indicated priest was to “refer coldly” to the actions of the deceased Pope and not to represent the views similar to the Holy Father – he described “Il Giornale”.
Such pressure did not appeal to the electors from further corners of the world. They considered such behavior to cross certain boundaries. In this situation, two older cardinals suggested that the clergy listen to the voice of the Holy Spirit.
It turns out that such scenes in the Vatican are commonplace. “Il Giornale” talked to an anonymous cardinal who He left the capital of Italy for a moment.
– I decided to leave Rome for a few days because I needed time to cleanse myself – he explained.
Vatican. The death of Pope Francis. He was 88 years old
The faithful of the Catholic Church are waiting for the new pope from April 21. On Monday, the Easter world circulated information about the death of the Holy Father Francis.
A hierarch from Argentina for months He was struggling with health problems after pneumonia. In March he left the hospital and underwent convalescence. Even on Sunday, the day before his death, he appeared on St. Piotr and blessed the faithful.
Francis He died at the age of 88which makes him one of the oldest popes in history. His pontificate lasted 12 years.