A cardinal convicted of financial crimes by the Vatican is claiming he can take part in the forthcoming conclave despite ...

The Vatican says Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday, April 26, in front of St. Peter's Basilica, after the ...

Pope Francis’ death fires the gun on what many see as a battle for the soul of the church – pitting those who want to ...

Wisconsin ties will vote in the papal conclave. None are likely candidates to become the next pope, but nothing is certain.

Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu, 76, was investigated for taking part in an investment scheme involving a property in London, which wound up costing the church tens of millions of dollars.

A conclave to choose a new pope normally takes place 15 to 20 days after the death of a pontiff, meaning this conclave should ...

Here's what to know about the 10 Americans tasked with assisting in the search for a new pope, including a Michigan native.

A change in popes — through death or resignation — is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the ...

The body of Pope Francis was carried in a solemn procession Wednesday from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City ...

The conclave to select a new pope will be sharply different from the body that chose Francis in 2013. Experts say that could ...