Lashed by an off-season typhoon, Pope Francis stepped out on a rain-soaked makeshift stage in front of hundreds of thousands ...

The Swiss Guard was established by Pope Julius II in 1506. Here's what to know about the 500-year-old military body.

VATICAN CITY (AP) — A popular saying in Vatican circles is that if you “enter a conclave as pope, you leave as a cardinal.” ...

Francis was very straightforward and answered straight questions with straight answers, he didn’t brush over things.’ ...

As head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis demonstrated humility, helped others and moved the church forward, qualities ...

Pope Francis transformed women's roles in the Catholic Church without changing doctrine. His legacy: creating pathways for ...

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

Francis had a busy day before he passed, taking to the streets on Easter in the popemobile to greet the 50,000 worshippers ...

Pope Francis's funeral will take place on Saturday in St Peter's Square, the Vatican has confirmed, with hundreds of ...

Sister Norma Pimentel shared some of her fondest memories of late Pope Francis amid the news of his death. Sister Norma said ...