Thousands of people have gathered in St. Peter’s Square to pray for an ailing Pope Francis, expressing sorrow for his ...

The resignation of Pope Benedict XVI has demonstrated the process by which a pope might step down and be replaced.

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis, hospitalized in critical condition with double pneumonia, was well enough to meet with the Vatican ...

Pope Francis remains in “critical but stationary” condition, according to the medical report released by the Vatican this ...

The Vatican says Pope Francis, who is hospitalized in critical condition with double pneumonia, was well enough to meet with ...

Pope Francis continues to be in serious but stable condition as he concludes his 12th day in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, the ...

Pope Francis' condition has not improved fundamentally despite spending 12 days in hospital in Rome, though his condition is ...

Catholic leader has packed the College of Cardinals – responsible for the papal vote after his death – with men in his own ...

Even while battling serious health complications, Pope Francis remains active, conducting official duties from his hospital ...

VATICAN CITY — A light drizzle finally let up as hundreds of faithful headed to St. Peter's Square to pray the rosary for ...