European pope in centuries, Francis was especially aware of colonialism’s impact and the need to embrace many cultures within ...

Pope Francis raised the consciousness of bishops, priests and laity around the issues of sexism and unjust discrimination ...

Francis’ successor will be selected by cardinals at the conclave that began on May 7. Cardinals, known as the “princes of the ...

Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible ...

A conclave will go on for as long as needed. The longest was almost three years from 1268 to 1271. Some have been a day. The ...

As the conclave to elect the next pope begins, Pietro Parolin has emerged as the betting favorite to succeed Pope Francis, ...

SoCal LGBTQ+ Catholics saw Pope Francis’ stance on homosexuality as a strong defense against discrimination in the church ...

Among those secluded at the Sistine Chapel and its environs during the papal conclave to select the successor to Pope Francis ...

Cardinals have begun the secretive process of electing a new pope following the death of Pope Francis. Local Catholics in Cincinnati gathered in prayer for the election on Wednesday.

The personality and outreach of Pope Francis attracted worldwide admiration. Though he did not stray from Catholic doctrine, ...

Who will be the next pope? 133 cardinals have started the secretive, centuries-old ritual to elect a successor to Pope ...

Standing in front of the nave filled with people at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Southeast Portland, the Rev. James ...