As the College of Cardinals convenes in the Sistine Chapel to elect the 267th Pope, the global Catholic community stands at a crossroads. This conclave, the most geographically diverse in history with 133 electors from around 70 countries, embodies the Church’s universal nature and its commitment to addressing the world’s pressing challenges.

Pope Francis reoriented the Church toward the margins. His papacy was marked by a fervent advocacy for the marginalised, environmental stewardship and a call for inclusivity within the Church… Read more »