(RNS) — Each week RNS presents a gallery of photos of religious expression around the world. This week’s photo gallery includes Christian Holy Week rites, the death of Pope Francis and more.

The Vatican on Tuesday released the first photos of Pope Francis after his death, showing him dressed in red vestments and lying in a simple wooden coffin inside the chapel of the Santa Marta ...

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Here, see all the best photos of King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the rest of the royal family in Windsor on Easter: A view of the whole group arriving, from left to right: Prince Edward ...

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(AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti) April 22, 2025 From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors. A nun holds ...

(AP Photo/Gustavo Garello) April 21, 2025 From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors. Pope Francis ...

(Ben Stansall/Getty Images) Pope Francis, who died on Monday at 88 years old, was often referred to as the “People’s Pope” for his leadership and advocacy for underrepresented groups.

The Vatican on Tuesday released the first images of Pope Francis following his death, showing the 88-year-old pontiff lying in repose inside the private chapel of the Casa Santa Marta, his official ...