The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.

Each year Pope Francis shared monthly prayer themes. His prayer for April 2025 was particularly pointed for the modern world: ...

There are time-honoured rituals, some shrouded in secrecy, and a series of carefully planned events that are likely to take ...

King St. Stephen, Blessed Queen Gisela, and their son, Crown Prince St. Emeric, model the great things that a family can ...

After Pope Francis’ funeral, 135 cardinals will gather for a conclave to elect a new pope. The traditions include oaths of secrecy, paper ballots and white smoke from a chimney of the Sistine Chapel.

Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88. As tributes pour in from around the world, the Vatican faces a transition.

Two days ago, Christians the world over celebrated the glory of the resurrected Jesus on Easter Sunday. In Rome, Pope Francis, still weakened by his recent hospital stay, toured Saint Peter’s Square ...

STEUBENVILLE — News from the Vatican interrupted the stillness of Easter Monday, announcing the death of Pope Francis at 88 ...