As the Vatican prepares for a new papal election following Pope Francis's death, there is a prevailing sense of apprehension among LGBTQ+ Catholics. While Pope Francis appointed 80% of the cardinals eligible to vote, their backgrounds suggest ideological diversity, with some potentially opposing his inclusive outreach. Michael O'Loughlin, an LGBTQ+ Catholic advocate, notes that despite concerns, there is cautious optimism that the next pope may uphold Francis's legacy of mercy and inclusion, albeit in a less charismatic and more stable manner.
Even though he made the College of Cardinals more diverse by appointing men from places that didn't traditionally have cardinals, they come from more conservative areas as well.
The mood is open to a pope who will continue the Church's emphasis on mercy and inclusion, but in a steadier, quieter form.
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