When does conclave start? What to know about choosing the next pope
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
Pope Francis remembered with massive, historic funeral
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
Pope Francis funeral homily: Watch and read full transcript
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Pope Francis' funeral: How to watch
Pope Francis’ funeral is set for Saturday in St. Peter’s Square. The former pontiff is to be celebrated by His Most Reverend Eminence Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals.
Pope Francis’ funeral is set for Saturday in St. Peter’s Square. The former pontiff is to be celebrated by His Most Reverend Eminence Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals.
Pope Francis funeral to be held Saturday morning
The final preparations are underway for Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday morning. After the funeral, Cardinal Kevin Farrell will oversee the conclave process to pick the next pope. Anna Eliopoulos explains what happens next.
The final preparations are underway for Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday morning. After the funeral, Cardinal Kevin Farrell will oversee the conclave process to pick the next pope. Anna Eliopoulos explains what happens next.
Doctor recalls Pope Francis' final moments in new interview
Pope Francis managed a gesture of farewell before he passed away early Monday. Those around him said it appeared he didn't suffer.
Pope Francis managed a gesture of farewell before he passed away early Monday. Those around him said it appeared he didn't suffer.
How to watch Pope Francis' funeral
Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square and will be led by the dean of the College of Cardinals.
Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square and will be led by the dean of the College of Cardinals.
Pope Francis' body moved to St. Peter's Basilica for public viewing
There will be three days of public viewing at St. Peter's Basilica to allow the public to grieve the 88-year-old Pope Francis, who died Monday after suffering a stroke.
There will be three days of public viewing at St. Peter's Basilica to allow the public to grieve the 88-year-old Pope Francis, who died Monday after suffering a stroke.
Pope Francis: Funeral prep and future Vatican plans
Thousands are flocking to the Vatican to honor Pope Francis one more time.
Thousands are flocking to the Vatican to honor Pope Francis one more time.
Why popes are traditionally buried in three coffins — and why Francis broke with tradition
A look at the centuries-old tradition of burying popes in three coffins — and why Pope Francis decided to simplify his own burial rites.
A look at the centuries-old tradition of burying popes in three coffins — and why Pope Francis decided to simplify his own burial rites.
Catholic church prepares for papal funeral and conclave
The crowds are getting bigger in Vatican City as people pay their respects to Pope Francis and preparations begin for the late pontiff's funeral.
The crowds are getting bigger in Vatican City as people pay their respects to Pope Francis and preparations begin for the late pontiff's funeral.
You can bet on the next pope; here's who's currently favored
As the world awaits an official announcement of who will be the next pontiff, here's who the oddsmakers favor to replace Pope Francis.
As the world awaits an official announcement of who will be the next pontiff, here's who the oddsmakers favor to replace Pope Francis.
Pope Francis' death: Funeral plans and next steps
World leaders have announced their plans for the funeral of Pope Francis. Here's a look at the next steps for the Vatican.
World leaders have announced their plans for the funeral of Pope Francis. Here's a look at the next steps for the Vatican.
Pope Francis' death: How a new pope is chosen
Funeral plans for Pope Francis have been announced as people worldwide mourn his passing.
Funeral plans for Pope Francis have been announced as people worldwide mourn his passing.
When is Pope Francis' funeral? Cardinals set date, along with public viewing
Pope Francis' funeral date has been announced by the Vatican, as well as when public viewing will begin for people to pay their final respects to history's first Latin American pope.
Pope Francis' funeral date has been announced by the Vatican, as well as when public viewing will begin for people to pay their final respects to history's first Latin American pope.
Octave of Easter continues after death of Pope Francis
The tradition in the Catholic Church is that a nine-day mourning period is held after the pope dies, but the church is still celebrating the Octave of Easter.
The tradition in the Catholic Church is that a nine-day mourning period is held after the pope dies, but the church is still celebrating the Octave of Easter.
Octave of Easter continues following the death of Pope Francis
The tradition in the Catholic Church is that a nine-day mourning period is held after the pope dies, but the church is still celebrating the Octave of Easter.
The tradition in the Catholic Church is that a nine-day mourning period is held after the pope dies, but the church is still celebrating the Octave of Easter.
Dallas community mourns the death of Pope Francis
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday after being hospitalized for 5 weeks for a respiratory crisis that led to double pneumonia.
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday after being hospitalized for 5 weeks for a respiratory crisis that led to double pneumonia.
Live updates: Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, has died on Easter Monday. Bells tolled in church towers across Rome after the Vatican's announcement.
Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, has died on Easter Monday. Bells tolled in church towers across Rome after the Vatican's announcement.
Catholic Diocese of Dallas on Pope Francis' death
Bishop Edward Burns talks about Pope Francis' life, his impact on the Catholic Diocese of Dallas and the world.
Bishop Edward Burns talks about Pope Francis' life, his impact on the Catholic Diocese of Dallas and the world.