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 choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.

Pope Francis asked to be buried in St. Mary Major, close to the most important icon of Mary, the Salus Populi Romani.

As the Church and the world reflect on the legacy and papacy of Francis, CNA highlights some of his more personal moments — ...

After an earthquake damaged the building, construction crews started working in the basement and unearthed the forgotten Roman ruins. Take a look.

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Catholics worldwide mourning the death of His Holiness Pope Francis who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 after greeting ...