Over the years, Pope Francis has also washed the feet of prisoners, refugees, the homeless and people with disabilities.

Francis has broken with recent papal tradition by choosing to be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore instead of St ...

A cardinal is a senior ecclesiastical leader in the Roman Catholic Church, appointed by the pope. Cardinals play a crucial role in advising the pope, governing the Church, and electing the next pope ...

As the cardinals gather at the Vatican to elect a new pope, here's the lowdown on the perks, pomp and powers of the pontiff ...

Fifteen to 20 days after the death of Pope Francis, cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church will shut the doors of the Sistine ...

Montanans remembered and paid tribute to the Catholic leader known for reformation and mercy. Ranking All-You-Can-Eat Chain ...

As the Vatican prepares for a new Pope, here's a look at how popes are chosen, who can be elected, and how the papacy has ...

Pope Francis died early Monday morning at the age of 88. Here's how popes are selected and who the leading candidates are.