Pope Francis' death means the church needs to hold a conclave ... and, 'cause it's been more than a decade since the last one, some are looking to an.. TMZ.com
The 2025 papal conclave will be the largest in Catholic Church history, with 133 cardinals set to elect the successor to Pope Francis. Surpassing the previous record of 115 electors in 2013, this unprecedented gathering breaks past limits set by St. John Paul II. The vote begins May 7 in the Sistine Chapel. Cardinals from 71 countries will cast their ballots in secrecy, requiring a two-thirds majority—at least 89 votes—to select the 266th pope. This conclave marks a historic and globally diverse milestone for the Church’s future leadership.
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