Black smoke again poured out of the Sistine Chapel chimney on Thursday, indicating that no pope has been elected yet. Theologian and New York Times best-selling author Jonathan Morris is in Rome with ...

Thousands of people have already joined conclave-based fantasy leagues and put down their hard-earned cash on the cardinal ...

ROME – The Vatican announced details Tuesday of the schedule for the start of the conclave on May 7, the eagerly anticipated secret election of a new pontiff following the death of pope Francis.

No cameras will be allowed inside the church during the vote, so the result will remain secret until white smoke emerges from the chimney that has been affixed atop the Sistine Chapel. Is there a ...

Giving some details on the Conclave Schedule, Bruni revealed that the Conclave is set to begin on Wednesday, May 7, with a Mass pro eligendo Pontifice. The Cardinals will then proceed to the ...

His funeral will be attended by leaders from around the world, ahead of next month's conclave to elect a new leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Editor's Choice: The Passing of Pope Francis: Here Are ...

The death of the Pope was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, a senior Vatican official Following the funeral, there are nine days of official mourning, with the conclave to elect his replacement ...

Did you enjoy the papal conclave for its politicking, its gaudy hats and its general focus on peace and love, but think: “Instead of picking a pope, ...

Pope Francis was moved Wednesday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica to lie in state for three days of public mourning for the Argentine pontiff remembered for his humble style, concern for the poor and ...

The Vatican has announced details of the schedule for the eagerly anticipated secret election of a new pontiff following the death of Pope Francis.