It is fitting that in these days when all eyes turn to Rome to watch the election of our new pope to have a selection of ...

Among the many traditions and rituals that come into play following the death of a pope, one that has once again garnered attention following the passing of Pope Francis is the fate of the Fisherman's ...

According to the New Testament scripture, Andrew the Apostle was a fisherman, along with his brother Simon Peter, who he later also introduced to Jesus Christ. Jesus is said to have called upon ...

One of the most iconic and mysterious pieces of the Pope’s outfit is the Fisherman’s Ring. The ring goes back to St. Peter, who was a fisherman before becoming the first pope, and it's been part of ...

The Papal ring, which often features an image of the first Pope, Saint Peter, is presented to the leader of the Catholic church at his papal inauguration. Also known as the Fisherman's ring ...

With a history dating back to at least the 13th century, the Fisherman’s Ring is among the most recognizable items of papal regalia. Named after St. Peter, who was a fisherman and, according to ...