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

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 ...

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

In the papal conclave to elect a new pope, here's a look at what the color of smoke (black or white) means after each vote.

(THE CONVERSATION) With the death of Pope Francis, attention now turns to the selection of his successor. The next pope will be chosen in what is called a “conclave,” a Latin word meaning “ a room ...

Black smoke means the election of a new pope was inconclusive. White smoke means a new pope has been selected.

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - President Prabowo Subianto wished a happy celebration of Easter to all Christians in Indonesia on Sunday, ...

This year's Good Friday service at NYC's Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, a mostly Latino congregation with many immigrants, ...

The term “Good” as applied to Good Friday is an Old English expression meaning holy. It’s often called Holy Friday also. But ...

Holy Saturday falls between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, marking the solemn time when Jesus was in the tomb after his ...

Two days before Easter, Christians worldwide will observe Good Friday, one of the most somber days of the religion's year.

Discover the meaning and purpose of Holy Week, a week of reflection on Jesus' life leading up to his ultimate sacrifice and resurrection.