A simplified papal funeral will make a fitting farewell for a pontiff who just three days after his surprise election ...

Proceedings began at 10am local time (9am BST) with the service taking place at St Peter's Basilica in front of 200,000 ...

It is impossible to understand  Jorge Mario Bergoglio’s legacy without accounting for the fact that the late pontiff belonged to a rebellious order.

During his funeral Mass Saturday, Pope Francis was remembered for his extraordinary legacy of service to those on life’s ...

Catholics, atheists, Muslims and more, from around the world, tell of how the pope’s life and leadership inspired them.

Who was the American who did the first reading at Francis’ funeral Mass? From conclave to camerlengo, here are key terms used in the papal transition. Francis is buried in a place of solace for ...