Now that a new pope has been named and made his first appearance, the question turns to what comes next.
The article from WMUR discusses the upcoming papal conclave to elect the successor to Pope Benedict XVI, who resigned in 2013. It highlights the anticipation surrounding the election of the new pope, referred to as Pope Leo XIV, and the expectations for the new pontiff to address contemporary issues facing the Catholic Church, such as clergy sexual abuse scandals, financial transparency, and the church's stance on various social issues. The article also touches on the potential candidates for the papacy, mentioning cardinals from various countries, and the significance of the conclave in shaping the future direction of the Church.