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

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The fundamental Christian message emphasizes compassion, and the Catholic Church over the centuries has played a vital role ...

He believed that, above everything else, life is a pilgrimage to Heaven and that Heaven is open for everyone: todos.

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle could become the first Asian pontiff, marking a historic moment for the church as it considers leadership beyond its mostly European traditions.

President Trump has embraced power and the powerful — and many Americans have followed his lead. It makes perfect sense that ...

In one week, after the allotted period of mourning for Pope Francis, over 130 cardinals have the tall task of electing a new ...

Pope Francis' voice may fade from the headlines, but his call to lead with mercy endures. The rest is up to us: Treat every human being with dignity, lead with moral conviction, and make room in our ...

Bishop John Dolan gave a sermon on the Sunday after Pope Francis died in which he recalled the church leader's tendency to ...

Cardinal Mario Grech comes from Malta, but is known to cardinals around the world for his role as the secretary general of an ...

Royalty and political leaders, including President Trump, attend the Mass in St. Peter’s Square.

Former President Biden mourned Pope Francis in an op-ed, arguing that it is up to his admirers to carry on his legacy of service and compassion to the world.