The Argentine pontiff, who died on Easter Monday, aged 88, wanted his grave to be within the church of Santa Maria Maggiore, ...

The head of the basilica that is housing Pope Francis's tomb says it reflects his “humble, simple and essential" life.

Each year on Aug. 5 the church liturgical calendar commemorates the dedication of St. Mary Major (in Italian, Santa Maria Maggiore), one of the five great ancient basilicas in Rome, and the place Pope ...

Pope Francis funeral is on Saturday. Bishop David Walkowiak will lead a memorial service on April 28 at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew, with additional services this weekend in the Grand Rapids area.

Rosary prayer held at St. Mary Major Basilica for Pope Francis Watch live as a rosary prayer is held at St. Mary Major ...

Watch live as a rosary prayer is held at St. Mary Major Basilica in Rome for Pope Francis. The pontiff died of a stroke at ...