Pope Francis is now in critical condition. This article outlines the stages that will occur if Pope Francis passes away.

Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition and blood tests show early kidney failure but he remains alert and ...

While the Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, they do not ...

At St. Martha Catholic Church in Sarasota, congregation leaders said while mass schedule went on as usual throughout the ...