The conclave to elect a new Pope will begin on May 7 according to the Holy See Press Office. The Cardinals present in Rome made the decision on Monday at their fifth General Congregation.

The conclave will take place in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel.&nbsp;

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                    </figure><p>The conclave to elect a new Pope will begin on May 7 according to the Holy See Press Office. The Cardinals present in Rome made the decision on Monday at their fifth General Congregation.</p><p>The conclave will take place in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel.&nbsp;</p>

Vatican sets May 7th for Conclave to Elect New Pope