Conclave to Elect New Catholic Church Leader

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
The doors of the Sistine Chapel were closed after 133 Catholic cardinals processed inside for the first vote to elect a new leader of the Catholic church.

Key Points

  • 133 Catholic cardinals inside Sistine Chapel
  • First vote to elect new leader

Pros

  • Historical tradition
  • Process of electing new leader

Cons

  • Secrecy of voting process