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How Pope Francis’ early life in Argentina shines light on his time in the Vatican
Oscar Crespo was watching TV in his native Buenos Aires when he saw the white smoke appearing above the Sistine Chapel at the ...
Prince William to attend Pope Francis' funeral in Italy on King Charles III's behalf
Prince William will attend the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday after his father, King Charles III, gave a heartfelt ...
Interfaith leaders reflect on Pope Francis' moving 2015 visit to New York City
When Pope Francis visited New York City in 2015, he met and prayed with religious leaders of other faiths to spread a message ...
Pope Francis' Final Moments and Words Revealed
According to the Vatican News, some of Francis' final words were to his nurse Massimiliano Strappetti, saying, "Thank you for ...
Vatican releases photos of Pope Francis lying in state after Easter Monday death
The Vatican has released the first photos that show Pope Francis lying in state after the head of the Catholic church died on ...
Plans change as Philadelphia-area residents travel to Rome to pay respects to Pope Francis
The death of Pope Francis has impacted travel plans for many members of the religious community who were scheduled to visit ...
Pope Francis and his Special Connection With Parish in Gaza
Pope Francis died on Monday, April 21, after being released from hospital on March 23, following a five-week stay which saw ...
Everything we know about the funeral of Pope Francis
Although Pope Francis simplified the papal funeral rites in a move of typical modesty, Saturday’s ceremony will still be full ...
Monsignor Don Fischer reflects on Pope Francis: A leader who awakened divinity and embraced humanity
Monsignor Don Fischer says he had been waiting for a leader like Pope Francis since he studied at the Vatican in the late ...
Daily Briefing: Pope Francis dies at 88
Pope Francis' death comes just one day after the frail but determined pontiff greeted thousands after Easter Mass in his open ...