A few days before the start of the Conclave, scheduled for May 7, the Catholic Church in Mexico has issued a call to the Christian community. They are asked to avoid rumors, speculations, and manifestations on social media that could promote sympathies for certain cardinals. It is reminded that this is a spiritual process and not a political contest.
In an editorial of the weekly 'Desde la fe', it is emphasized that the successor to be elected is not only the successor of Francis but also, by divine will, the successor of Peter. It is highlighted that the Conclave should not be a human competition but an act of discernment guided by the Holy Spirit. A warning is given about posts on social media that seek to emotionally influence the process.
It is pointed out that the Holy Spirit must enlighten the electing cardinals, freeing them from external pressures and guiding them towards the one who can best serve the Church. Words from Saint Paul and the Gospel are cited as calls to humility and discernment.
With the imminent opening of the Conclave, the Catholic Church is at a crucial moment of spiritual discernment to choose the new Pope. The importance of not speculating or politicizing the process is stressed, focusing on prayer and trust in the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Voices within the Church have called on the faithful to intensify prayer for the electing cardinals and avoid divisions or campaigns disguised as devotion.
Instead of voicing opinions, the Catholic community is urged to accompany this process with prayer and trust in divine will. It is a call to unity, humility, and docility to the Holy Spirit, reminding that great changes in the Church do not begin with human strategies, but with the sincere pursuit of God's will.
