Pope Francis, the pontiff whose acts of love and humility rippled through his papacy, was laid to rest in a service he deliberately simplified.

Members have a ceremonial role but also a protective one and, to an extent, they are mercenaries. They wear distinctive uniforms with feathered helmets, ruffled collars and puffed-out sleeves.

The Swiss Guards were founded by Pope Julius II in 1506. It is a military body made up of Swiss citizens, whose main task is ...

Pope Francis's funeral honored his legacy with symbolic items like his miter, crozier, rosary, fisherman's ring and more.

Apparently, the collection “blends punk, metal, and high-fashion aesthetics with unexpected touches that nod to Davis’s personal style.” On offer are a number of spiked collars, various graphic ...

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

Once completed, the Little Shell Ceremonial Center will become a cornerstone for cultural gatherings, traditional practices, language preservation, and community events. It will also serve as the ...