The death of a pope, and the election of a new pontiff, is adorned with high ritual and elaborate ceremony. For more about how the Catholic Church will celebrate and mourn Pope Francis, and what comes ...

For more perspective on the life and legacy of Pope Francis, Amna Nawaz spoke with Rev. Thomas Reese, a senior analyst for Religion News Service and author of “Inside the Vatican: The Politics and ...

Adherents are reviving old practices and growing more assertive in the battle for the future of the Church—and the nation.

An Oscar-winning movie about how Catholics elect a new pope could not be more relevant—but it’s not on any streaming ...