My reflections on the papacy of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88 April 21, are intertwined with experiences of prayer.

Pope Francis died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, according to the death certificate released by the Vatican.

Not long before what would become his final public appearance, a blessing of the crowds gathered for Easter Sunday mass in St ...

"I just learned of the passing of Pope Francis. My heart goes out to the millions of Christians all over the world who loved him," VP JD Vance said in a statement on social media Monday morning.

Francis had only appeared in public a handful of times since returning to the Vatican after a 38-day hospital stay.

Long Island Catholics remember Pope Francis for his inclusivity and compassion, celebrating his impact on the church and ...

Pope Francis, 88, who brought humility to the Catholic Church during the dozen years he presided over the faithful in Vatican ...

Vance’s visit was not without political sensitivities, and he met with Cardinal Pietro Parolin for what the Vatican described ...

"He was always focused on including everyone, and reminded us all that we are all brothers and sister in the body of Christ,” ...

The Catholic faithful took heart when the pontiff, after two brushes with death, emerged from a hospital and resumed some of his duties. Their joy proved short-lived.

The pope's death comes one day after Francis, 88, greeted Easter Sunday crowds in his popemobile. He had battled a ...

As it happened, it was the pope’s last day on Earth. Pope Francis relished dramatic moments, and this turned out to be his ...