The 133 cardinals will remain within the Sistine Chapel and its adjoining buildings in total seclusion until they choose from among themselves the next pope.

Cardinals held the Pro Eligendo Romano Pontifice Mass (Latin: For the Election of the Roman Pontiff) — the final liturgical celebration before the conclave.

From his new name to the title he uses to introduce himself, a pope’s first appearance involves symbolic choices that signal ...

The cardinals, during the 10th congregation of cardinals, discussed that the next Pope must be aware of current events, close ...

Some five hours after the opening Mass, the cardinals were to process into the Sistine Chapel, swear an oath to uphold the ...

When voting gets under way, on that altar will be a large chalice into which each cardinal in turn will place his ballot ...

Another papabile (the word means a person considered able to be pope) on everyone’s shortlist is Filipino Luis Antonio Gokim ...

Cardinals have wrapped up their pre-conclave meetings before they enter the conclave to elect a new pope. They are trying to ...

From his new name to the title he uses to introduce himself, a pope's first appearance involves symbolic choices that signal ...

Cardinals reflected on the service and legacy of Pope Francis’ pontificate, highlighting his strong work ethic and focus on mercy and offering advice to their fellow cardinals.

Lubbock Bishop Robert Coerver hopes the 133 cardinals who will elect the new pope are already listening for guidance from the Holy Spirit in their decision.