May 01 African Catholics say it would be nice to see themselves reflected in the next pope By Rodney Muhumuza, Associated Press If the next pope is from sub-Saharan Africa, he would be the first in Catholic Church history. Continue reading
Apr 25 How Pope Francis’ tomb and final tribute will reflect his ‘humble’ life By Giada Zampano, Associated Press Around 40 people — homeless, prisoners, migrants and transgender people — will salute the pope holding a white rose, just before his burial. Continue reading
Apr 21 A timeline of Pope Francis’ life By Associated Press On Sunday, Pope Francis gave his final goodbye to the faithful. Continue reading
Apr 21 Pope Francis reached out to migrants and LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition By Associated Press Advocating for migrants was one of Francis' priorities as pope. He denounced the “globalization of indifference” shown to would-be refugees. Continue reading
Apr 21 Here are some of Pope Francis’ memorable quotes By Associated Press Pope Francis’ first words delivered from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica were a simple greeting: “Brothers and sisters, good evening!”… Continue reading
Apr 21 Read Pope Francis’ death announcement By Associated Press The death of Pope Francis was announced Monday by Cardinal Kevin Farrell. Continue reading
Apr 21 A guide to the rites, rituals and ceremonies following the pope’s death By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press Pope Francis, who died on Monday, revised various rites last year, simplifying the funeral rituals to emphasize his role as a mere bishop and allowing for burial outside the Vatican in keeping with his wishes. Continue reading
Apr 21 Tributes pour in from around the world to honor Pope Francis after his death By Jamey Keaten, Associated Press Many recalled his legacy as the first pope from Latin America, and the first Jesuit to reach the pinnacle of church hierarchy, one who stressed humility over hubris for a Church beset with scandal and indifference. Continue reading
Apr 21 What to know about Pope Francis’ death By Vanessa Gera, Nicole Winfield, Associated Press “Brothers and sisters, Happy Easter,” he said Sunday from the same loggia where Jorge Mario Bergoglio was introduced to the world on March 13, 2013 as the 266th pope. Continue reading
Feb 28 Vance acknowledges Pope Francis’ criticism of U.S. immigration crackdown By Peter Smith, Associated Press Vice President JD Vance acknowledged the pope's criticism of the Trump administration’s crackdown, without responding to any of its specifics or to the pontiff’s apparent criticism of Vance’s own deployment of Catholic tradition to justify such policies. Continue reading