The Vatican’s Synod on Synodality was nothing like papal gatherings of cinematic lore, but it clearly reflects Francis’s view ...

the Anglican Communion is a collection of churches around the world that recognize the archbishop of Canterbury as “first among equals” — a spiritual leader and unifying figure but not a central ...

Before concluding his Wednesday audience and imparting his paternal blessing for pilgrims, the Holy Father concluded his ...

Following the example of a group of British cultural icons, a group of American "Catholics and non-Catholics" and prominent cultural and intellectual personalities asked Pope Francis in an open letter ...

Papal elections aren't always as dramatic as "Conclave," a new film starring Ralph Fiennes, but the history behind the process is.

Pope Francis, leader of the 1.4 billion-member Catholic Church, frequently expresses fierce ... with several anti-clerical Italian figures. Ms Bonino, 76, was released from hospital last month ...

The figures selected by the pope were from various parts of the world, reflecting the diverse and global nature of the Catholic Church. Among them were St. Manuel Ruiz López and his seven ...

The Capuchin Preacher to the Papal Household is an influential figure in the Catholic Church most people have never heard of, and the sermons he wanted help with were delivered to the Pope himself ...

In his first general audience, which was held this morning in St. Peter's Square in the presence of 15,000 people, the Pope again gave ... pastor of the universal Church. I chose to call myself ...

Lawrence appears to be relieved after Benitez is elected pope — but his peace doesn't last long. A member of the church comes bearing ... and Harris’ book to figure out the ending.