Early Papal directions predictions?

[Acer]

Coming off a relatively liberal pope who fell short of many liberal goals, but certainly pulled the Church that direction. Who was preceded by a rather conservative but largely ineffectual pope. John Paul II was liberal for his time, but not so much for our time. nvm. Pattern suggests a reversion toward conservative. Note: If nominated, I will not run; if elected, I will not serve.

What would be the lean this time?