For those who, like me, are interested in the tradition of the Catholic Church, following a Conclave live is like witnessing one of those rare events that mix faith, hope, history and, of course, expectation.
And it is no wonder: the election of a new Pope marks the beginning of a new spiritual era for millions of faithful around the world.
As with the other votes, we are eagerly awaiting the start of the election of the new pontiff, and we want to follow every detail of this vote.
Here we will show all the channels where the complete coverage will be broadcast, from the beginning to the final election of our new Pope.
The Beginning of the Conclave
The Conclave will officially begin on Tuesday morning (06/05), with the closing of the Sistine Chapel and the “Pro Eligendo Papa” mass in St. Peter's Basilica.
It is exciting to watch this ceremony, with cardinals from all over the world gathered together, each with their own history, their own culture, but all guided by the same purpose: to discern, through prayer and voting, who will be the next leader of the Church.
The entrance ritual into the Sistine Chapel was another moment that kept me glued to the screen. The tradition is rich, silent and symbolic.
That door being closed, with the famous “extra omnes” — everyone out — is the signal that the outside world is on hold, while the cardinals begin a process that carries centuries of history.
How the Selection Works
It's amazing to think that, even with all the technology we have today, the Conclave remains one of the most discreet and mysterious processes in the world. No cell phones, no internet, no recordings.
Everything happens the old-fashioned way, with paper, pen and prayer. And that is exactly what gives the Conclave its almost sacred air.
At each round of voting, the result is signaled to the world by a tradition we know well: the smoke coming out of the chimney of the Sistine Chapel.
I, like many others, keep my eyes glued to the screen waiting to see white smoke. If, for example, only black smoke comes out, it means that there has not yet been a consensus among the cardinals, making the expectation only grow.
Full and Live Coverage
During these live broadcasts, I keep thinking about what goes on behind the scenes. What is going on inside the Chapel? What names are being discussed? What is the atmosphere like among the cardinals? I know that all of this is kept absolutely secret, but it is impossible not to imagine.
At the same time, I see how the election of the new Pope is not just a Catholic event, but a global phenomenon.
Journalists from all over the world are in Rome, social media is buzzing with comments, and even people who don't follow the religion end up being interested.
After all, the Pope is a figure who transcends religious and political boundaries. He becomes a global voice for issues such as peace, social justice, the environment and humanity.
Another point that caught my attention is the profile of the possible papal candidates. There are African, Asian, European and Latin American cardinals being considered.
The diversity among voters and candidates reflects the current moment of the Church: multicultural, complex and in search of a leader who can dialogue with modern challenges without losing the essence of faith.
Choose the Best Channel and Watch Now
As I read the details that emerge, I continue to follow the live broadcast. Voting is scheduled for this week and the final choice will take place later this week.
These are all the channels that will be broadcasting live: Vatican News (YouTube), CNN (YouTube), New Song TV (YouTube), BBC News.
Our hearts race just thinking about the possibility of finally seeing white smoke rising into the sky over Rome. It's as if the whole world held its breath for a few minutes waiting for the new Pope.
When this happens — and it will happen soon — the bells of St. Peter’s Basilica will ring loudly and joyfully. And soon after, we will hear the famous phrase: “We have a Pope!”
At that moment, a new chapter of the Church will begin to be written, and I will be here, like many others, excited, following every second.
Until then, I will remain vigilant, hoping that the chosen one will be a man of deep faith, a humble heart and the wisdom to guide billions of souls in such a divided world. The Conclave continues, and with it, the hope of a new era.