Who at the forefront of the race for Catholic Church? Know the main faces

International News: After the death of Pope Francis, now who will be selected on the highest chair of the church, this question has become the biggest discussion for the church and the whole world. A new Pope will be selected under the process selected by Cardinals in Vatican City, called Papal Conclave. In this process, 138 cardinals under the age of 80 will vote to elect the next pope.

Currently, there are many popular faces within the church which are considered contenders to become the next pope. Let's know about the major contenders whose names are most discussed in this time Pope election:

Cardinal Pitro Parolin (Italy)

Cardinal Pitro Parolin has a prominent place in the power structure of the Vatican. He has been Pope Francis' closest ally for the past decade and currently serves as the Vatican's Secretary of State. 70 -year-old Pitro Parolin has a deep experience of Vatican's diplomacy and administration. If they are selected, they can provide a strong and stable leadership, which will help in furthering the Vatican and Catholic Church.

Cardinal Peter Edo (Hungary)

Cardinal Peter Edo is a leader with a conservative ideology and is famous for his religious principles. He is 72 years old, and he is considered a strong supporter of church traditions. Cardinal Péter Erdő was appointed a cardinal by Pope John Paul II in 2003. He is widely recognized for his traditional views, especially his opposition to allowing divorced and remarried Catholics to receive Holy Communion.Edo has been against giving Holi Food (blessings of God) to divorced and remarried Catholics. Their leadership can occur in a period when the church will have to think towards change while maintaining its traditions.

Cardinal Mateo Zuppies (Italy)

Cardinal Mateo Zuppies, who have been a very close associate of Pope Francis, are considered one of the most progressive faces of the church. He is 69 years old and is recognized as an advocate of inclusion and dialogue within the church. The choice of Zuppies can be a modern approach to the church and a symbol of more inclusive leadership, especially on the LGBTQ community and other disputed issues.

Cardinal Remond Burke (US)

Cardinal Raymond Burke is considered one of the most conservative leaders of the Catholic Church. He is 70 years old and has criticized several reformist policies of Pope Francis. Burkes have been protesting against the permission to give Holi food to divorced and remarried couples. Their choice may be a sign of strengthening the traditions of the church and promoting conservative approach.

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle (Philippines)

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is considered one of the most progressive leaders of the church. At 67, he is widely seen as a staunch ally of Pope Francis and a firm advocate of his reformist agenda. If they are chosen pope, they can first be the Asian Pope, which will historically a big step for the church. Tagle has always questioned the rigorous policies and biased attitude of the church, especially about the rights of the LGBTQ community and divorced Catholics.

An African Pope would be a historic first for the Catholic Church

Apart from these five major contenders, some media reports also say that the time for selection of African cardinals may come. If the Pope is chosen from Africa, it will be historic, as Africa has received very little representation in the top leadership of the church so far. Names like Ghana's Peter Turqson and Congo's Freedolin Ambongo of Congo can emerge in this time election, which is to promote peace and collectivity.

New Pope's election in the Vatican has come close

After the demise of Pope Francis, now the clock for the new Pope's election in the Vatican has come close. With this, many discussions have started about the future of the church. Whether it is a stable leadership of Pietro Parolin, the inclusive approach of Maateo Zuppies or the progressive approach of Luis Antonio Tagle, the selection of the next Pope will be important not only for the Catholic Church but also for crores of believers around the world. This choice of the church will provide an opportunity to write a new chapter in the future.