Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, died at 88 from a stroke. His simplified funeral includes a public display at ...

Upon his election to the papacy, Pope Francis became the first pontiff to hail from Latin America. His impact, though, ...

Pope Francis charmed the world with those poignant acts of love, humility and informality, starting with his first appearance ...

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The first Latin American and Jesuit pope was determined to lead a more welcoming, pastoral and merciful Church outward to a ...

Pope Francis, who rose from modest means in Argentina to become the first Jesuit and Latin American pontiff, died on Monday ...

After decades of conservative leadership, Francis tried to reset the course of the Roman Catholic Church, emphasizing ...

The decision by Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, to reject the lavish red slippers of his office was widely ...

Art lovers will love frescoes decorating church interiors, while foodies can enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine at local trattorias. With winding alleys and rustic stone houses decorated with colorful ...

As the Christian church became a powerful institution in Europe, the blessings of a priest became increasingly common. Through the years, "there have been differing views about whether weddings ...