Here are some of the key words and phrases that will be used throughout the interregnum, especially the conclave to elect the ...

Pope Francis has a deep devotion to the Virgin Mary and always prays at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore before leaving ...

Francis' death set off the process of allowing the faithful to pay their final respects, first for Vatican officials in the Santa Marta chapel and then in St. Peter’s for the general public.

Cardinals have made their first decisions following the death of Pope Francis, setting Saturday as the date for his funeral.

Following the passing of Pope Francis, the Vatican will be closed to tourists during nine days of mourning and the Conclave ...