In the papal conclave to elect a new pope, here's a look at what the color of smoke (black or white) means after each vote.

Black smoke means the election of a new pope was inconclusive. White smoke means a new pope has been selected.

Lead usher Ardtria Griffin, Deacon Mario Rentería and Rev. Janice Bryant are committed to keeping their respective churches ...

Ever since Pope Francis died, I have been reflecting upon my time in Catholic school and the lessons I learned about service, ...

Newark Advocate Faith Works columnist Jeff Gill reflects on popes of the past and highlights the papacy's cultural ...

And once the election process for a new pope begins, gatherers will turn upward each day, waiting for black or white smoke to fill ... according to The Holy See's College of Cardinals Dashboard.

As people the world over mourn the passing of Pope Francis and visit the Holy See to pay homage, here’s what to know about ...

Anna Swartwood House, University of South Carolina (THE CONVERSATION) The portrayal of Jesus as a white ... black background and signed “Antonello da Messina painted me.” The 16th-century German ...

The Hebrew Israelite and Black Hebrew Israelite movements are as diverse as they are controversial, but one thing that ...

Good Friday, also referred to as Holy Friday, or Black Friday holds utmost significance for Christians. Scroll down to check out the date, history, and significance of the occasions.

Mourners will bid a final farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday during his funeral Mass, which is expected to draw ...