The Vatican laid out a plan for Pope Francis' funeral and the period of mourning following the pontiff's death. The funeral ...

As head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis demonstrated humility, helped others and moved the church forward, qualities ...

Pope Francis died on Monday morning, leaving a void in people’s hearts and a question mark on the future of the Roman ...

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

About 200 of the 266 men to hold the title of pope hailed from within the borders of Italy. Here is a look at others, like Pope Francis, who didn't.

Who will succeed Pope Francis? Among the names being mentioned is Cardinal Mario Grech, one of the key figures in the ...

Hundreds of faithful filled the pews of Manhattan’s St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Tuesday for a solemn Mass in honor of Pope ...

A change in popes — through death or resignation — is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the ...

The papal funeral is scheduled for Saturday, April 26. It will be a more modest event than others, for a modest man.

The cardinals set the funeral for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, to be celebrated by the dean of the College of ...

Here is a look back at Francis’ appointment as pope in March 2013. From the archives: A look back at Francis’ appointment as ...

However, the lack of mention of a hammer in the Vatican's official documents addressing the rites following a pope's death ...