Catholic Church

Where will the next pope come from? Analysts say it could be Africa’s time
Pope Francis dies at 88; African Cardinals seen as potential successors


German cardinal pays tribute to pope as 'tireless advocate for weak'
Cologne mourns Pope Francis, hailed by Cardinal Woelki for social justice advocacy.

What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor
Pope Francis' death prompts Vatican mourning and new papal election process.


How is a new pope chosen? What we know about the ancient, secret process
Papal succession ritual begins after Pope Francis' death at 88, cardinals set for conclave.

The rites, rituals following death of a pope. His funeral, burial explained
Pope Francis dies; rites simplified for his burial, reflecting humility.

Some of Pope Francis’ most memorable quotes
Pope Francis dies at 88, remembered for compassion and reform

A look at Pope Francis' life in brief
Pope Francis passes, leaving legacy of reform and advocacy

Pope Francis altered some church teachings, upheld others
Pope Francis dies; transformed Catholic stance on key global issues.

Key dates in the life of Pope Francis
Pope Francis, a transformative leader, dies at 88; leaves lasting impact on church and world.

Pope Francis makes his way through St Peter's Square in popemobile, greeting pilgrims
Pope Francis returns on Easter, surprises with popemobile tour amid recovery.


Real world ‘Conclave’: Inside the Pope Francis succession drama
Pope Francis recovering; Vatican eyes potential successors amid speculation.


Pope Francis gives Easter blessing on St. Peter’s Basilica balcony
Pope Francis gives Easter blessing post-hospital discharge


JD Vance meets Pope Francis after flap over migration
VP Vance meets Pope amid migrant policy tensions.

Raging fire engulfs NYC Catholic church less than 24 hours before Easter Sunday mass: FDNY
Queens church fire disrupts Easter plans; FDNY investigates cause


AP PHOTOS: Devout in the Philippines mark Holy Week with flagellations, processions and passion play
Penitents in Kalayaan partake in controversial Good Friday rituals.

Pope Francis visits Rome prison during Holy Week
Pope Francis visits Rome prison amid recovery, emphasizes ministry to marginalized.


Pope Francis opens Holy Week with in-person greeting in St. Peter's Square
Pope Francis reassures faithful of recovery during Palm Sunday appearance


Pope Francis makes surprise visit to St. Peter's Basilica
Pope Francis visits St. Peter's Basilica amid recovery from pneumonia

The mission St. John Paul II calls us to fulfill, 20 years after he left us
Pope John Paul II's legacy: Dignity, faith, and the New Evangelization


Crowd goes wild as Pope Francis makes first public appearance since hospital
Pope Francis returns to public eye after battling pneumonia
