The faithful will be flocking to Rome to honor the death of Pope Francis, who died on April 21, with his funeral scheduled ...

The death of a pope and the election of a new pontiff are steeped in age-old customs. Take note of these important events—and ...

Pope Francis died today in the middle of the Church’s Jubilee Year – a sacred event that brings together Catholics in forgiveness and pilgrimage every 25 years. Now, the Vatican faces an awkwardly ...

Now, in its latest statement, the Vatican has announced the Pope's death. The Vatican confirmed on social media: "Pope ...

Despite the death of Pope Francis, a reconfigured Jubilee of Teenagers will still take place in Rome from April 25–27.

Pope Francis, who died on 21 April aged 88, was head of the Catholic Church for 12 years. His pontificate was marked by ...

Pope Francis passed away before he could make his long-anticipated visit to India, despite having warmly accepted Prime ...

Key events in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis and died on Monday: Dec. 17, 1936: Jorge Mario ...

Since his release from the hospital nearly a month ago, Pope Francis has been slowly returning to work and has made several ...

"Brothers and sisters, Happy Easter!" Francis said, his voice sounding stronger than it has since his hospitalization. "Viva ...

The resurrection of Jesus is indeed the basis of our hope. For in the light of this event, hope is no longer an illusion. Thanks to Christ — crucified and risen from the dead — hope does not ...