The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to ...

The Archaeological Park of Herculaneum is regularly open during the long weekends of April 25th and May 1st, providing an ...

Here are the key things to know about the funeral of the first Latin American pontiff in the church’s history.

THE Pope’s successor will be selected by a Conclave in an ancient and secret process that has remained unchanged for hundreds ...

The death of Pope Francis marks not only the passing of a spiritual leader but the beginning of a symbolic process rooted in ...

The rite will take place in the Chapel of the Domus Sanctæ Marthæ ... a nine-day period of mourning that dates back to ancient Rome. The funeral Mass must take place four to six days after ...

Domus Santa MartaThe Domus Santa Marta is a ... The ritual was inspired by an ancient Roman tradition. The College of Cardinals is the body of cardinals, appointed by the Pope, who are responsible ...

Domus Sancta Marthae ... Roman Curia: Curia is a Latin term for a ruling body and its place of assembly. In ancient Rome the senate met in the Curia, which can still be seen among the ruins ...