Eastern Orthodox Church, includes Greek and Russian Orthodox Churches. Unlike Catholics, Eastern Orthodox allows priests to marry. The Russian Orthodox Church was born out of a rejection of union with ...

A man of deep humility and simplicity, Pope Francis’s words, acts and body language reflected the tenderness and compassion ...

The pontiff, known for his welcoming pastoral style and care for the marginalized, passed away Monday morning.

Pope Francis’ transformative pontificate—from deep Roman Curia reforms and Vatican financial transparency to a global ...

Catholics around the world expressed their sadness and non-Catholics sent their condolences upon hearing the news of Pope ...

VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis called for freedom of thought and tolerance in his Easter Sunday address, as the weakened pontiff ...

During Pope Francis’ final appearance on Easter Sunday, he wore an omophorion gifted by Bulgaria. The ceremonial vestment was ...

In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis had a frequent evening ritual: He would call the lone Catholic church in the ...

Local parishes in Richmond remember Pope Francis with candlelight vigils, prayers and services celebrating his life and ...

Cardinals have taken their first decisions following the death of Pope Francis, setting Saturday as the date for his funeral ...

Mourners in Central Illinois joined those around the world Monday in expressing sadness after the death of Pope Francis at age 88.