Even those of us who do not embrace Roman Catholic doctrine and leadership should pray for God’s mercy, grace, and wisdom ...

Pope Francis transformed women's roles in the Catholic Church without changing doctrine. His legacy: creating pathways for ...

Pope Francis said that for his spiritual message to be credible, the Vatican’s finances had to be credible as well.

In contrast, Pope Francis recognised that Christians must go “beyond the walls” to embrace humanity as a whole. In his vision ...

Maps, graphics explain relatively humble funeral for Pope Francis: public viewing, casket and non-traditional burial site ...

Long lines stretch across the Vatican as thousands of mourners await their turn to pay respects to Pope Francis, whose body ...

The pontiff's funeral is scheduled to begin on Saturday, April 26, according to the Vatican. Francis' death on Monday came ...

Among the many traditions and rituals that come into play following the death of a pope, one that has once again garnered ...

Throngs of Catholics made their way slowly to the 16th century basilica's main altar, where Francis' simple open wooden ...

These college students have seen the “Francis effect” spread beyond their own lives and college campuses. When interacting ...

Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, marked many firsts when he was elected as the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic ...

Drawing on Latin American theology that emphasizes collaboration, developed in response to continued struggles with ...