In order to avoid continued outside interference, Pope Gregory X in the 13th century adopted a new procedure: the conclave. Cardinals would remain in a locked location – from the Latin cum clave, ...

Whether biking to castles or kayaking through gorges, a trip centred on this river is the epitome of European romance.

The historians new book, 'Becoming the Pastor's Wife,' explores how marriage became the primary path of ministry for women.

Often, what happens when a name is touted for the next successor of St. Peter, it is a name which the speaker believes has ...

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

The cardinal had his passport confiscated after he was arrested in 2022 for allegedly failing to register the pro-democracy ...

Fabian Alfie studies Italian and Medieval Italian literature at the University of Arizona, and he’s particularly interested ...

Eden Prairie Catholic leaders reflect on the impact of Pope Francis, who died April 21. A memorial Mass will be held at Pax ...

David French: I’m David French. I’m an Opinion columnist at The Times, where I write about law, politics and religion. I’m ...

Had enough of the crowds? Once you’ve seen Rome, consider a day trip to these lesser known but no less beautiful towns for ...

Had enough of the crowds? Once you’ve seen Rome, consider a day trip to these lesser known but no less beautiful towns for ...

Worship of the saints was a central belief of the medieval church. But not all saints had equal importance. The appeal of ...