They were what any of us might wear — and, like most of his clothes, showed a preference for humility and simplicity.

Few things are as carefully choreographed in the Catholic Church as the period between two popes. The time of the "empty chair," as the interregnum is referred to, consists of three stages.

An elaborate ceremony with colorfully-dressed dancers and decorated elephants was held in Jaipur, India, as U.S. Vice ...

The Vatican has released the first photos that show Pope Francis lying in state after the head of the Catholic church died on Easter Monday.

The Vatican has released the first images of Pope Francis in his casket before the public viewing at St. Peter's Basilica.

The Vatican releases first images of Pope Francis, showing him in his casket with the Vatican secretary of state praying over him.

The photos show the pope dressed in red vestments and lying in a simple, wooden coffin inside the chapel of the Santa Marta ...

First images of Pope Francis released following his death The Vatican has shared the first images of late Pope Francis, ...

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. Here are the key things to know about the death of the Argentine pontiff ...

Faithful hold candles during a Mass honoring the late Pope Francis under a highway bridge in the Carlos Mugica neighborhood ...

To be eligible to participate in the conclave, members of the College of Cardinals have to be under 80 years old. This means that as of 2025, only 135 members of the College of Cardinals are allowed ...

Recap: The senior Catholic candidates who 'could undo Pope Francis's progressive legacy' if elected - as Vatican prepares for ...