Two Cardinals Set to Elect New Pope Break Silence, List Two Challenges Before the Next Pontiff [Video]

• As the Catholic Church prepares for its next chapter, cardinals convene in Rome to reflect on the pressing challenges that will shape the future of the faith
• From advancing technology to the global climate crisis, the new pope will face complex issues that demand leadership and vision
• With the papal conclave set to begin, discussions centre on the legacy of Pope Francis and the priorities guiding the selection of his successor

Two Roman Catholic cardinals, set to vote in the upcoming papal conclave, recently shared insights with ABC News about the church’s challenges and the election process for the next pontiff.

Canadian Cardinal Michael Czerny, appointed by Pope Francis in 2019, emphasised the unity among clergymen as they prepare to elect a new pope. He clarified that their discussions are not political negotiations but rather spiritual reflections.