Pope

Pope Francis's death sets an ancient machinery into motion. Soon, with a puff of smoke, the last absolute monarchy in Europe will get a new leader.

In remarks delivered at the Festival of Families, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of caring for grandparents and children. Earlier in the day, he spoke at Independence Hall.

Since his selection, there’s been intense interest in Pope Francis’s leadership, among Catholics and non-Catholics. And that interest is growing, as he…

Pope Benedict the 16th stunned the Catholic world in February by announcing his retirement: the first papal resignation in 700 years. And since the…

Catholics held a special mass in Manchester Wednesday night to celebrate the selection of the new pope.Parishioners gathered on short notice at St.…

The Diocese of Manchester will hold a special mass at 6 this evening to celebrate the election of a new pope.Bishop Peter Libasci will lead the mass at…

Catholic cardinals from around the world are meeting now, as the process of choosing a new leader gets underway at a time of tremendous upheaval for their…