A highly regulated process has now begun that will see Pope Francis’ earthly body laid to rest and a conclave convened to elect his successor.

In 2013 when a little-known cardinal from Argentina was elected the Pope of the Catholic Church, taking the title of Francis, many wondered in which direction he might walk in Saint Peter’s shoes.

When a pope had the audacity to name himself after St. Francis — a man of peace, simplicity and creation — I began to dream ...

Following Pope Francis's death, interest surges in films and TV shows depicting the papacy. From political thrillers like ...

As thousands gather in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis Saturday, Archbishop of Santa Fe Rev. John Wester talked with New ...

Tributes have been pouring in for Pope Francis since the Vatican announced the news of his death on Monday. Here are a few ...

When they first saw him at the parish, he was washing the car in the courtyard, and no one thought he was the new cardinal.

The Diocese of Kohima, under the leadership of its Chief Shepherd, Most Rev Dr James Thoppil, organised three official Requiem Eucharistic Celebrations to pray for the repose of the soul of the late ...

The whole world is mourning the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday (April 21), during the 12th year of his ...

The Diocese of Kohima, under the leadership of its Chief Shepherd, Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, organized three official ...