Conclave. Who will elect the next Pope?

The Electors

Since 1059, the election of the Pope has been reserved to the cardinals alone.

The Conclave

The institution of the Conclave is the mechanism by which a new pope is elected.

Conclave to elect new Pope to begin on 7 May

Cardinal Re’s homily given at the Funeral Mass for Pope Francis

Vatican Live

Vatican Media's live coverage.

Cardinal Nichols speaks about Pope Francis on BBC local radio stations

Cardinal: Pope Francis helped us understand that God’s forgiveness is a caress, not a decree

What happens after the Pope dies?

Pope Francis’ coffin to be sealed in rite on Friday evening

Vatican Live

Live broadcast from the Vatican

Pope Francis: Liturgies and Commemorations

Arrangements in honour of Pope Francis in Catholic Churches near you.