The conclave starts. Importance for SoCal Filipino Catholics
The conclave starts. Why this moment matters for Southern California’s Filipino Catholics
The conclave to elect the new leader of the Roman Catholic church is underway, and one cardinal has become a favorite among Filipino Americans in Los Angeles, which is home to more than half a million Filipinos.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, a 67-year-old from Manila, would be the first Filipino pope, if elected.
Tagle has been compared to his potential predecessor, the late Pope Francis, for his progressive views. He’s also garnered unexpected attention from younger generations, going viral on TikTok and starring in K-Pop style “Pinoy Pope” fan edits.