The Camerlengo will seal Pope Francis' coffin at 8 p.m.. Last hours to say goodbye to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica.

Pope Francis, leader of Roman Catholic Church for 12 years, died Monday morning at the age of 88. Here's what to know about his funeral on Saturday.

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It meant a lot to me to see him, he gave us so much,” said one woman who waited in line to file past the pontiff’s casket.

Thousands of people began filing through St. Peter’s Basilica to pay their final respects to Pope Francis on Wednesday at ...

I'm not a Catholic who follows the Vatican's commands unquestioned. But Pope Francis worked hard to make the church more inclusive.

Shortly after Pope Francis' death was announced on Monday, President Donald Trump ordered American flags dropped to ...

Pope Francis, who died Monday, will be laid to rest in the days ahead following a Saturday funeral service sure to draw leaders from around the world.

The changes reflect Francis’ view of the pope as a pastor more than a powerful person, but the rites will still be on a grand ...

For Catholics and non-Catholics alike, fascination with the pope and rituals such as the papal conclave continue to transfix and intrigue.

President Donald Trump had a complicated relationship with Pope Francis, whose funeral he plans to attend Saturday.