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Pope Francis had a troubled course on dealing with clergy sexual abuse
Pope Francis had a learning curve on clergy sexual abuse, with the turning point coming in 2018. Few people could have ...
Taiwan pushing for president to attend Pope Francis funeral, senior official says
Ensuring Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te can attend this weekend's funeral of Pope Francis is currently the "most important ...
Catholics Expected a Revolution from Francis, Just Not the One He Gave Them
Liberals hoped he’d ordain women or allow gay marriage. Conservatives thought he’d tear up Church doctrine. But his papacy ...
Plans change as Philadelphia-area residents travel to Rome to pay respects to Pope Francis
The death of Pope Francis has impacted travel plans for many members of the religious community who were scheduled to visit ...
East Timorese remember Pope Francis at site he visited last year
Images of Pope Francis were laid out in Lecidere Park in East Timor for people to pay their condolences on Tuesday.
Dancing tango, working at a bar: Pope Francis facts that may surprise you
Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, Francis loved soccer and tango, once worked as a bar doorman and was known to shun the pomp of ...
Interfaith leaders, former Catholic school students reflect on Pope Francis' 2015 visit to New York City
New Yorkers who had a chance to meet Pope Francis during his visit to the city in 2015 are reflecting on their memories with ...
Who are the Jesuits, Pope Francis’ religious order?
Pope Francis was the first pontiff elected from the Society of Jesus — also known as the Jesuits. It’s one of the most ...