The next Pope is expected to be named next month.
A conclave to elect the individual to succeed Pope Francis will begin on May 7.
The Cardinals decided on Monday during the fifth general Congregation.
The Vatican’s Sistine Chapel will be closed to visitors during that time.
Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday at 88 years old.
Over 250,000 paid their respects to the Catholic leader over three days.
A funeral service was held on Saturday for Pope Francis.
On Monday morning, some 180 cardinals set the date of the conclave during the fifth General Congregation in the Vatican. https://t.co/6epfwHrvnb pic.twitter.com/fOcif3D1Xm
— Vatican News (@VaticanNews) April 28, 2025
The conclave to elect a new Pope will begin on May 7 according to the Holy See Press Office.
The Cardinals present in Rome made the decision on Monday at their fifth General Congregation.
The conclave will take place in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel, which remain closed to… pic.twitter.com/3eYiPof4uu
— Vatican News (@VaticanNews) April 28, 2025
