A change in popes is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the transition in leadership for both the ...

A USA TODAY reporter recalls covering the last conclave when Pope Francis was selected. What to expect if you go to Rome for ...

To honor the Holy Father’s life and legacy, the SLO Mission will ring its bells 88 times on Monday afternoon — a papal ...

A look at 10 of the men seen as front-runners in the contest to become the next pontiff.

At a time when nationalism, a concept long held in contempt by Francis, is surging again in the West, the church now finds ...

After Pope Francis’ funeral, 135 cardinals will gather for a conclave to elect a new pope. The traditions include oaths of secrecy, paper ballots and white smoke from a chimney of the Sistine Chapel.

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump will attend Pope Francis’s funeral, following the death of the 88-year-old ...

The death of Pope Francis sets in motion a carefully orchestrated transition aimed at ensuring the stability and continuity ...

Pope Francis stipulated that he be laid to rest at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major, where six other popes are buried.

Electing a new pope is a centuries-old process that involves the Catholic Church's most senior officials from around the ...

The election of the new pope will be closely watched by supporters of the Argentinian pontiff’s legacy looking for a ...

Charles and Camilla paid tribute to Pope Francis for his compassion and tireless commitment to the common causes of all ...