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Cardinals begin their procession…
Cardinals begin their procession…
What to Know
- Cardinals are in the Vatican and will soon sequester in the Sistine Chapel until a new Pope is chosen.
- The conclave will commence 16 days following the death of Pope Francis. There was a nine-day period of mourning that began with Francis’ funeral.
- One hundred thirty-three cardinal electors will vote in the conclave.
- Smoke will rise from the Sistine Chapel after each round of voting. White smoke will rise from the chimney when a new pope is selected. If no pope is chosen, there will be black smoke.
The papal conclave will get underway soon with cardinals convening at the Sistine Chapel to choose a new pope. Follow for live updates.
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