Who Chooses the Pope?: Inside the Conclave with Cardinal Czerny

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What does the future of the Catholic Church look like under Pope Leo XIV? In this exclusive interview, Cardinal Michael Czerny, Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, sits down with EWTN News President Montse Alvarado to discuss the inside story of the conclave, the legacy of Pope Francis, and the first steps of the new pontificate. Cardinal Czerny shares personal reflections from the historic transition, including the solemn moment he placed his hand on the Gospel during the conclave oath under the gaze of Christ in the Sistine Chapel. He offers rare insights into the theological understanding of papal elections and how the Holy Spirit works through human discernment. The conversation also highlights key themes Pope Leo XIV is expected to prioritize: the dignity of work, global migration, social justice, and the legacy of Pope Leo XIII. With the Jubilee Year of Hope ahead, Cardinal Czerny reflects on the challenges and promise of this new era for the Church. Watch now to understand what makes this papacy different — and what Catholics around the world can expect from Pope Leo XIV in the years to come. Subscribe to our newsletter 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/ewtnvatican 👥 Follow us on our social networks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/EWTNVatican/ X: https://twitter.com/EWTNVatican Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EWTNVatican 💻 And you can also visit our website: https://www.ewtnvatican.com/ #PopeLeoXIV #CatholicChurch #EWTN #CardinalCzerny #FutureOfTheChurch