Vatican City, April 28 (LaPresse) – Cardinal Pietro Parolin will preside over the Conclave, which will begin on May 7 and will choose the successor of Pope Francis. This was announced by the director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni. The Mass Pro Eligendo Pontifice will be celebrated by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re. The first vote of the Conclave will take place in the afternoon of May 7. No absences have been reported at this time. "Only reports of delays due to health reasons have been received," Bruni explained. Therefore, 135 cardinals are confirmed to participate in choosing Pope Bergoglio's successor.