Swiss Guards stand at attention during Easter Sunday liturgical celebrations at the Vatican on April 20, 2025. / Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA

CNA Newsroom, Apr 30, 2025 / 23:18 pm (CNA).

The conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor will begin on May 7, as the Church enters the final preparatory phase for choosing its 267th pope.

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