On the morning of this Tuesday, a total of 183 cardinals participated in the sixth general congregation, of which 129 will have the right to vote in the conclave that will begin on May 7.
As reported by the Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni, there are two cardinal electors who will not travel to Rome due to health issues, although he did not say their names. Monday, May 5, at 5:30 p.m. conclave
Therefore, those who will be in the conclave will be oath but are not cardinals, such as the master of liturgical celebrations, the secretary of the Cardinal College, the pontifical ceremonies, the doctors and nurses, those in charge of the elevators, doctors, nurses and even those in charge of transport, among others.
The Vatican also confirmed Tuesday that Mass “for eligiendo Pontiff”(For the choice of the pontiff) it will be held on Wednesday, May 7 at 10:00 (Rome time) in the Basilica of San Pedro, before the voting starts.
Also, at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7 will be the beginning of the conclave. Before voting, the cardinals will also be oath. Therefore, the Holy See reports that voters must perform at 4:15 p.m. in the Paulina Chapel.
