As the conclave approaches for electing a new pope, many Catholics in South Florida express their hope for a continuation of Pope Francis' welcoming and inclusive approach. Local leaders emphasize the need for the Church to remain open and supportive, particularly regarding immigrant issues. The election, occurring at Sistine Chapel, focuses on finding a successor who embodies transparency and compassion, reflecting the values of the departing pope. In Miami, community prayers also highlight collective hopes for leadership that bridges divisions within the Church.
In Miami, a place that has more Catholics on average than the rest of the country, all eyes are now on the Vatican, where top Catholic leaders will gather at the Sistine Chapel to elect Francis' successor.
We need to welcome and accompany,' said Sue DeFerrari, executive director of MorningStar Renewal Center, a Catholic spiritual center in Miami. 'That's my hope for the future, that we would not be a church of closed doors.
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