There are symbols that are used in every Catholic rite and sacrament which represent specific Catholic beliefs and teachings. In a Catholic funeral several symbols are used. The paschal candle ...

The Papal symbols of Pope Francis were removed on Wednesday at the Minor Basilica and Parish of St. Martin of Tours in Taal, ...

His body will go into a zinc-lined, wooden coffin instead of the triplicate coffins of the past (cypress, lead and oak). It will bypass the private viewing for church officials in the Apostolic Palace ...

This chart shows how many U.S. Catholics viewed Pope Francis as a symbol of change in the direction of the Catholic Church.

What is the Corporal? The corporal is a white linen cloth, square in shape, that is spread on the altar during the celebration of Mass. Its main function is to receive the bread and wine that will ...

Pope Francis, who died Monday, preached inclusion in his words and travels. Among his visits was Mongolia, which only has about 1,500 Catholics.