Survivors of church sexual abuse acknowledge Pope Francis took important steps, but say his successor must do more to tackle abusive clergy and hold bishops accountable when they mismanage cases.

A Catholic Charities Boston leader, a couple from Mass. on their honeymoon and a Cambridge boys’ choir were thrilled to see Pope Francis in Rome in recent years.

Pope Francis became the church’s 266th in 2013 when the papal conclave elected him after the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI.

The Vatican subsequently released Francis’ testament, dated June 29, 2022, confirming that he wished to be buried in the ...

Byron Otradovec proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Lieutenant Colonel for 42 years. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and AMVETS, and was ordained a deacon.

Pope Francis's funeral will be a major event, but many want to know when the funeral will be and whether the ceremony will be televised.

Here are some of the top contenders to assume the title of pope after the passing of Pope Francis, and more details you need to know about the ...

Earlier this year, Pope Francis named the Rev. Emil Kapaun 'venerable,' bringing him one step closer to canonization. The ...

Following the death of Pope Francis on Monday, cardinals will convene in Vatican City to elect a successor. Here are a few cardinals who could become the next pope.

Photos show powerful moments from the late pope's funeral proceedings. After Pope Francis' death was announced on Easter ...

There’s still time to pay respects to Pope Francis in person. Here’s what last-minute travelers should know before and after ...

“There has been a shift of late regarding Pius XII,” historian William Doino told CNA. The wartime pontiff has often been ...