Manila Bulletin
Holy Spirit often chooses the unexpected for next pope, says Cardinal David
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David stated that the Holy Spirit can choose any eligible cardinal, even an unpopular one, to become the next Pope.
David, who also heads the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), emphasized that there are no predetermined candidates in papal elections, allowing cardinals to vote for any eligible individual.
He noted that while Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is frequently mentioned as a potential successor due to his visibility, the selection process often surprises, as seen with Pope Francis's election.
The Cardinal highlighted that the unexpected choice of Pope Francis, who was not widely known beforehand, illustrates that the Holy Spirit's selection may not align with popular perception.
Ultimately, David believes the cardinal electors will earnestly pray and discern to identify the most suitable leader for the Catholic Church at this time.
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