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For US Catholics, Pope Francis' Tenure Defined by Growing Divisions
The names of a few U.S. bishops have surfaced as possible contenders for Pope including Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Newark, ...
Pope Francis emphasized Catholicism globally, reached beyond US, Europe into impoverished nations
Pope Francis brought attention to the Catholic Church in impoverished areas around the globe that are often ignored.
Why Pope Francis’ signet ring will be destroyed following his death
As tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ring will be destroyed — or defaced, at least — within the walls of the ...
Pope Francis and Donald Trump clashed for years over treatment of migrants
President Donald Trump on Monday offered brief condolences over the passing of Pope Francis, but the two men clashed ...
Pope Francis saw environmental and climate issues as moral concerns
In his landmark 2015 encyclical “Praised Be,” Pope Francis cast care for the planet as an urgent and existential moral ...
Pope Francis broke with tradition in choosing St. Mary Major for burial
Pope Francis, who visited more than 60 countries during his papacy, will make his final journey along the road from Vatican ...
For Iraqi Christians, Pope Francis' Visit Was a Rare Moment of Hope
The death of Pope Francis has sent shockwaves through Iraq’s Christian community, where his presence once brought hope after ...
Pope Francis loved soccer, San Lorenzo and the sport’s power to unite
Pope Francis’ passion for soccer was evident throughout his pontificate. A lifelong supporter of Argentine club San Lorenzo, ...