A network of survivors of Catholic clergy sex abuse has announced a database of cardinals’ records on how they have handled ...

When it comes to Roman Emperors and their fate, a big mystery appears that has baffled historians and archaeologists alike for centuries.

Here’s a look at the Vatican, also known as the Holy See, the spiritual and governing center of the Roman Catholic Church. Facts The full name of the country is State of Vatican City. It stands on ...

Pope Francis made his first public appearance from Rome's Gemelli Hospital, where he was discharged after a five-week stay ...

Those who work to keep children and vulnerable adults safe are serving and honoring Christ, Pope Francis said in a written ...

The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalized for six weeks with pneumonia in both lungs. He will need to rest in the Vatican ...

Pope Francis has appeared at his window of the Gemelli hospital in Rome and offered a blessing for the first time since being ...

The truth may be out there, but when it comes to the health of the pontiff, many people prefer more fanciful tales.

Here is a look at the life of Pope Francis, the current pope and first non-European pontiff of the modern era. Personal Birth date: December 17, 1936 Birth place: Buenos Aires, Argentina Birth name: J ...

Pope Francis' condition has improved enough that he will be discharged from a hospital in Rome on Sunday and sent to recover ...

Recent updates have indicated that Francis has seen his condition improve despite complications, with the pope saying he no ...

The Catholic Encyclopedia describes the situation this way: "Within the Catholic Church ... As the Bishop of Rome he is the head of the Latin or Roman rite. This is by far the largest rite ...