Cardinal reveals what it was like to be part of highly secretive conclave
Summary
England and Wales's top Roman Catholic leader, Cardinal Vincent Nichols, described the conclave to elect the new Pope as a peaceful and calm experience. The recent conclave, held after Pope Francis's death, took place in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel and led to the election of Pope Leo XIV.Key Facts
- Cardinal Vincent Nichols participated in the conclave to elect the new Pope.
- The conclave was held in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, where cardinals are isolated from the outside world.
- The conclave occurred after the death of Pope Francis on April 21.
- A total of 133 cardinals took part in the voting process.
- Cardinal Nichols mentioned that the process was calm and without political maneuvering.
- This conclave lasted only one day to elect Pope Leo XIV.
- Cardinal Nichols had his mobile phone taken away during the conclave.
- The inauguration of Pope Leo XIV is scheduled for May 18, with international delegations attending.
- The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Edward, will represent King Charles at the inauguration.
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