It is not just that he broke barriers as the first pontiff from Latin America. Nor even that he preached tolerance — although ...

Three people were arrested after they allegedly smuggled contraband into the Oklahoma County Detention Center using the mail system.

Lashed by an off-season typhoon, Pope Francis stepped out on a rain-soaked makeshift stage in front of hundreds of thousands ...

As head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis demonstrated humility, helped others and moved the church forward, qualities ...

Francis was very straightforward and answered straight questions with straight answers, he didn’t brush over things.’ ...

People in Bedford and around the world have been sharing heartfelt messages of sorrow and praise about Pope Francis, who died ...

Pope Francis transformed women's roles in the Catholic Church without changing doctrine. His legacy: creating pathways for ...

There are over 200,000 Chaldean Catholics in Metro Detroit, and although not necessarily well known as Catholics, they are ...

After scooping up eight Academy Award nominations (and winning Best Adapted Screenplay), papal drama Conclave is back on ...

This Saturday, the world will turn its attention to Vatican City to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis — the first ...

As many take part in Earth Day celebrations, some are acknolwedgingThis Earth Day comes just one day after Pope Francis died ...

Following the death of Pope Francis on Monday, cardinals will convene in Vatican City to elect a successor. Here are a few ...