Catholics across Southern California and around the world continue to mourn the death of Pope Francis, the first Latin ...

Together, they will choose the next pope in a secret vote at a meeting called a conclave. A conclave normally takes place 15 ...

Greek Orthodox Patriarch John X of Antioch described Pope Francis as a bearer of a lofty Christian mission, noting that his departure is a loss for all humanity, especially given his repeated calls ...

Pope Francis died April 21 after suffering a stroke and heart failure, said the director of Vatican City State's department ...

This is Latin for “having had mercy and choosing him” — a phrase that Francis chose as his motto when he was elevated to ...

Four Catholic sisters spoke on the passing of Pope Francis, what it means to the Catholic church, and what it means to them.

American flags are at half-staff in Michigan in honor of Pope Francis, who died April 21, 2025, at 88 years old. Here's what ...

The 77-year-old Irish-born priest is currently serving as camerlengo, a position which makes him acting head of the Holy See.

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humility and concern for ...

Pope Francis' final will states that he will be buried at St. Mary Major basilica, outside the Vatican and home to his ...

The world is mourning Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, aged 88. Vatican City sources have shared details of his final moments, after his funeral was confirmed for Saturday. Listen to the new ...

There are rules on who can become pope. It can be any Catholic male, but since 1378, it’s only been a cardinal who has been ...