One hundred and thirty-three cardinals are sequestering themselves behind the Vatican's medieval walls for the start of a ...

European pope in centuries, Francis was especially aware of colonialism’s impact and the need to embrace many cultures within ...

Known by his peers as a serious theologian, scholar and educator, Erdő, 72, is a leading contender among conservatives. He ...

Perhaps a revealing question is whether the church will continue the radical novelty Francis brought as a pope from a ...

Over 130 voting cardinals must decide whether to continue in the direction of Francis or elect a pope likely to choose a more ...

American and Peruvian Position: Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops; president of the Pontifical Commission for Latin ...

On the eve of the conclave to elect the next pope, the world's smallest country, Vatican City, is engulfed in commotion as ...

Catholic cardinals will gather in the Sistine Chapel to choose the next pope. It’s a vote that could influence not just the ...

The main question on this second consideration is whether the next pope should continue what Pope Francis has initiated, or ...

Retired Experience: Head of the Vatican’s office for bishops; president of Pontifical Commission for Latin America; ...

COMMENTARY: Pope Francis’ successor should address four main aspects: persecution, social doctrine, missionary withering and ...