While Pope Francis accomplished a lot in his 12-year papacy, he left much unfinished business and many challenges for his ...

President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself as the pope just days before the conclave begins to elect a ...

Cardinal Álvaro Ramazzini is taking to his first conclave the same spirit that guided his decades-long front-line ministry ...

Over 12 years as pope, Francis tried to remake the U.S. Catholic hierarchy more in his image, elevating pastors who ...

And then there's Bishop Robert Barron. Barred from the conclave because he lacks a red hat, Barron was summoned to the White ...

Pope Francis' legacy with LGBTQ people mirrors the example of Jesus: Francis was not afraid to be present with us, reaching ...

Vatican workers have installed the simple stove in the Sistine Chapel where ballots will be burned during the upcoming ...

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Reflecting on the life and legacy of Pope Francis, a beloved figure known for his humour, compassion, and unwavering support ...

Preparations for the conclave to find a new pope accelerated Friday with the installation of the chimney out of the Sistine Chapel that will signal the election of a successor to Pope Francis.