Francis has revolutionized the College of Cardinals by passing over large archdioceses like Los Angeles, Venice and Milan in ...

The Catholic Church mourns Pope Francis's death after almost 12 years of service. Saint Peter is historically known as the ...

“There has been a shift of late regarding Pius XII,” historian William Doino told CNA. The wartime pontiff has often been ...

For Catholics and non-Catholics alike, fascination with the pope and rituals such as the papal conclave continue to transfix and intrigue.

Before his death, Pope Francis greeted the Easter crowd in Vatican City inside an all-electric Mercedes-Benz popemobile.

Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, 2025, leaves behind a rich legacy of Catholic practices. However, in a deviation from tradition, he requested a simple burial outside the Vatican in the ...

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I discovered that Catholicism could speak meaningfully to contemporary issues, that it could challenge power rather than ...

Early in his papacy, Francis made a declaration that now appears prophetic: “I want a mess.” ...

Ten U.S. cardinals are among those who will gather in Rome to elect a successor to Pope Francis, who died Monday.

Prince William represented his father, King Charles, at the funeral of Pope Francis in Italy: See his visit to the Vatican ...