Contenders for pope emerge from the U.S., Asia, and Africa—raising the chance of a non-European successor to Francis.

A Jerusalem cardinal who spent decades fostering interfaith ties among Christians, Jews and Muslims is a leading contender to ...

There is a famous quote attributed to then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger in 1997, in comments to a Bavarian television station.

As the cardinals of the Catholic Church prepare to meet in the Conclave electing a successor to Pope Francis, various issues ...

Jorge Bergoglio was 76 when he became Pope Francis. His predecessor, Joseph Ratzinger, was 78 when he became Pope Benedict ...

In a corner of central Rome, a family tailor shop has been hand-stitching the robes worn by the last eight popes over the ...

"I’m happy about the work that we did with the kids because they now carry in their hearts that seed of faith." ...

The 133 cardinal electors will begin the process of choosing the new pope when the conclave begins in the Sistine Chapel on ...

Cardinals reflected on the service and legacy of Pope Francis’ pontificate, highlighting his strong work ethic and focus on mercy and offering advice to their fellow cardinals.

It remains unclear whether the conclave will result in a leader aligned with Pope Francis' more progressive stance or a ...

Pope Francis' final journey concludes with a solemn and emotional ceremony. Watch the powerful moment as Holy Communion is ...