The head of the basilica that is housing Pope Francis's tomb says it reflects his “humble, simple and essential" life.

Pennsylvania is the center of American pretzel production for hard and soft pretzels, producing 80% of the nation’s pretzels.

Vatican says 164 delegations are confirmed, including 54 heads of state and 12 reigning sovereigns; Israel only sending ...

Pope Francis regularly called a church in Gaza to ask how residents there were doing during the Israel-Hamas war. He is ...

Pope Francis lies in state in St. Peter’s Basilica ahead of his funeral on Saturday in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican. The ...

Special services, concerts, lectures, events for families and more – there’s something for everyone at the Abbey. Many of our events are free and open to anyone. Our in-person events are held at ...