The beatification of John Paul I took place on a rainy but joyous Sunday in St. Peter’s Square, with a homily by Pope Francis on the beauty of a church “with a happy, serene and smiling face.” ...

Mourners paying their final respects to Pope Francis have been disturbed by others snapping selfies beside his body in his open casket — with some even posting smiling photos online.. Ten of ...

Mourners paying their final respects to Pope Francis have been disturbed by others snapping selfies beside his body in his open casket — with some even posting smiling photos online. Ten of ...

Pope Francis came to the balcony overlooking the square to bless the thousands of people gathered there on Easter Sunday. ... So this gentle, soft-spoken, smiling, blessing, hugging, ...

Pope Francis greets school children upon his arrival to the Lady Queen of Angels school on Sept. 25, 2015 in the Harlem neighborhood of New York. In his speech, Francis called school "a second home." ...

At times, Pope Francis was in critical condition, and prayers were being held for the 88-year-old pontiff by faithful who feared for his survival. Today, the atmosphere is one of celebration.

The pope's death at age 88 ends a 12-year papacy that began with the historic resignation of Francis' predecessor in 2013. Now a period of mourning begins along with a process to select a new pope.

Pope Francis met with Vice President JD Vance on April 20, the day before he died. Here's what we know about the meeting and what was said.

Philadelphia remembers Pope Francis' historic visit to the City of Brotherly Love 03:23. The Vatican announced early Monday that Pope Francis died at the age of 88, one day after celebrating ...

Pope Francis made a surprise public appearance on Sunday, the first time the leader of the Catholic Church has been seen in public since leaving hospital two week ago.

The pope's death comes one day after Francis, 88, greeted Easter Sunday crowds in his popemobile. He had battled a respiratory infection for weeks.