HABEMUS PAPAM!
Pope Francis I emerged at the
balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica amid thunderous playing of drums and applause
from thousands of faithful gathered at St. Peter’s Square.
As he gave his urbi and orbi blessing at the balcony, Pope
Francis invited the crowd to pray in silence for his intentions. He also
led the crowd in praying for the intention of his predecessor, Benedict XVI.
The people have been at vigil at the square for the past several
days praying for the cardinals as they prepare and eventually begun the
conclave.
The white smoke wafted out of the chimney of the Sistine Chapel
at around 7:06 p.m. local time signifying that the Cardinal electors have
elected a new pontiff.
Pope Francis I was elected at fifth balloting after the
Cardinals sequestered themselves inside the Sistine Chapel on evening of March
12 for the election.
Formerly Jorge Mario Cardinal Bergoglio of Argentina, Pope
Francis I will lead the Catholic Church of around 1.2 billion. (CBCPNews)
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