That simple but so important Sign of the Cross we see so often holds a hidden history that takes us back to the origins of Christianity. It’s a simple but powerful symbol for Catholics and Orthodox ...

The late Pope Francis's understated regalia reflected a humble approach to the papacy. The world will be analysing the next ...

Proceedings began at 10am local time (9am BST) with the service taking place at St Peter's Basilica in front of 200,000 ...

A papal conclave, the election of a new pope, tends to begin 15-20 days after a papal vacancy. Black or white smoke indicates ...

US President will be at the Vatican for Pope Francis's funeral on Saturday, reflecting the growing importance of the Catholic ...

Donald Trump has now paid his respects to Pope Francis I, having been seen standing at the foot of his coffin in St Peter's ...

Pope Francis' coffin has been closed in a private ceremony attended by senior cardinals ahead of his funeral today ...