On Monday in Rome, a rosary service was held for Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square by Cardinal Mauro Gambetti. Beginning ...

Since Pope Francis’s death on Easter Monday, leaders from around the world have shared their tributes to the late pontiff, as ...

Understanding the politics of the cardinals—and how Francis may have influenced the election of his successor.

Like his predecessors, Pope Francis was selected using an age-old method — a system known as the Papal conclave.

This Saturday, the world will turn its attention to Vatican City to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis — the first ...

As the Roman Catholic Church commemorates the life and legacy of Pope Francis, leaders are preparing to elect his successor.

The Vatican says Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday, April 26, in front of St. Peter's Basilica after the pontiff ...

Drawing on Latin American theology that emphasizes collaboration, developed in response to continued struggles with ...

Pope Francis passed away at 7:35 a.m. local time on Easter Monday, April 21, at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa ...

Here is an explanation of some of the terms and practices related to the time between the death of Pope Francis April 21 and ...

Pope Francis died Monday; here are the front runners for the Vatican leadership, and what they've said about Jews, Israel and ...

Between the fourth and sixth day after the pope’s death, the papal funeral takes place in St. Peter’s Basilica or St. Peter’s ...