No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for his friends” (John 15:13). This verse of the Bible, like many ...

COMMENTARY: Pope Francis’ first words as pope spoke of his sinfulness and trust in God’s mercy — a theme that defined his ...

The pontiff, who died on Easter Monday at age 88, strived to make the church more inclusive. But critics believed his reforms ...

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Francis moderated the authoritarianism of his predecessors but more change is needed; the cardinals must elect someone who ...

Pope Francis, whose time as head of the Catholic Church was noted for an everyman humility and outreach efforts to people of ...

My reflections on the papacy of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88 April 21, are intertwined with experiences of prayer.

The Nahant, Massachusetts, native is among a not-so-small population of people in the U.S. who say they were confirmed in ...

The pope was a strong advocate for the poor and the environment and a towering figure on the world stage, addressing not just ...

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but ...

Pope Francis was a master of making emotional connections. He was, at heart, a pastor to wounded souls. Here are some of the most memorable moments of Pope Francis' papacy.