The sounds of bells and prayerful chants echoed throughout Vatican City as Francis’ body was carried in a simple wooden ...

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

The Vatican opened St. Peter’s Basilica to the general public Wednesday to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, with ...

CNN By Caitlin Danaher, Christopher Lamb, Lauren Kent, Antonia Mortensen, Barbie Latza Nadeau and Sebastian Shukla, CNN Vatican City (CNN) — The body of Pope Francis is lying in state in St. Peter’s ...

The Vatican subsequently released Pope Francis’ testament, dated June 29, 2022, confirming that he wished to be buried in the ...

Pope Francis’ remains were taken to St. Peter’s Basilica as thousands gathered to pay respects, marking a solemn step in the ...

The archbishop of New Orleans is holding a Memorial Mass in honor of Pope Francis. Pope Francis died Monday morning after complications from a stroke that led to irreversible heart damage. On ...

Ghana's National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has joined global leaders in mourning the death of Pope Francis, ...

Camerlengo Kevin Farrell, a native of Dublin who is playing a key role this week following the death of Pope Francis, will seal the Pontiff's coffin.

His casket was placed in front of the basilica’s main altar, on a slight ramp, with four Swiss Guards standing at attention.

Dublin native Camerlengo Kevin Farrell played a key role in the lead-up to Pope Francis lying in state on Wednesday. Pope Francis live stream. Pope Francis lying in state. Pope Francis Rite of ...

The 77-year-old Irish-born priest is currently serving as camerlengo, a position which makes him acting head of the Holy See.