Although Pope Francis simplified the papal funeral rites in a move of typical modesty, Saturday’s ceremony will still be full ...

The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.

After the death of the pope, the director of the Vatican’s health services — currently Dr. Andrea Arcangeli — examines the ...

The death of a pope sets in motion a series of carefully orchestrated rites and rituals well before the conclave to elect his ...

As we enter the Easter season—a time of renewal, hope, and the promise of eternal life—Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese ...

Pope Francis’ funeral will be held four to six days after his demise on Monday. Last year, the Latin American pontiff revised the rules for a papal funeral, choosing to use a basic wooden coffin and ...

Pope Francis Funeral will be a very important and emotional ceremony, with traditional prayers, a final blessing, and ...

More people choose cremation over traditional burial in the U.S. funeral directors say they have seen a shift over the past ...