From “camerlengo” to white smoke, here’s what to know about the words and phrases that guide the process after a pope dies.

That simple but so important Sign of the Cross we see so often holds a hidden history that takes us back to the origins of Christianity. It’s a simple but powerful symbol for Catholics and Orthodox ...

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Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis, describing the late pontiff as a "global ...

Greek Orthodox Patriarch John X of Antioch described Pope Francis as a bearer of a lofty Christian mission, noting that his ...

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

Furthermore, the Bible has become officially one of the national symbols ... there are also Christian states, like the Anglican United Kingdom or Catholic Costa Rica. Further reading: Papua ...

Pope Francis died Monday at age 88. The Vatican said Francis suffered a stroke which led to a coma and his heart to fail, as ...

The Vatican said the cause of death was a stroke that put him into a coma and led to heart failure. Francis had chronic lung disease, and he was admitted to a hospital on Feb. 14, 2025, for a ...

Religious jewelry has been deeply significant throughout human history. Beyond mere adornment, these pieces symbolize faith, convey spiritual meaning, and strengthen the connection between individuals ...

Pope Francis died Monday at age 88. History’s first Latin American pontiff charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated many conservatives with ...