Cardinals have no contact with the outside world after the master of liturgical ceremonies utters the words “Extra Omnes” the ...

Now predominantly Muslim, North Africa was once a Christian heartland, producing Catholic popes who left their mark on the ...

The status of an Italian cardinal is being debated as preparations get under way for the May 7 conclave to elect a successor ...

A diverse congregation at Cathedral of the Incarnation united to honor Pope Francis, whose emphasis on mercy and advocacy for the marginalized touched Catholics and non-Catholics alike.