Speaking to Catholic faithful gathered inside the Manila Cathedral, Cardinal José Advíncula said Filipinos should be “filled with gratitude” for the gift of Francis’ pontificate.

Pope Francis died Monday; here are the front runners for the Vatican leadership, and what they've said about Jews, Israel and ...

While outwardly it appeared to be a formality to arrange the details for Saturday's funeral, for cardinals who know the power ...

Although Pope Francis simplified the papal funeral rites in a move of typical modesty, Saturday’s ceremony will still be full ...

In the weeks that follow the passing of a pontiff, the city of Rome, and the Vatican in particular, comes alive with ...

He has welcomed LGBTQ individuals and supported the expansion of female leadership in religious roles. Will he be the next ...

In East Timor, where Francis’ final outdoor Mass drew nearly half of the population last September, President Jose Ramos-Horta praised Francis’ courage. “Pope Francis was a brave man who was not ...

The Vatican has released poignant details about Pope Francis' last moments — and some of his last words — before his death.

The Prince of Wales will attend the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday, Kensington Palace announced overnight. Prince William has never met the late pontiff but his attendance on behalf of King ...

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

Millions of social media users — presidents and politicians, theologians and celebrities — flocked to social media to share ...