Today’s religious identities have more to do with political decisions made centuries ago than with personal faith.

Each year an estimated 10 million people visit her Basilica, making her Mexico City home the most popular ... on his first apostolic trip outside Rome as Pope in 1979, and again in 1990, 1999 ...

Appearing publicly in street clothes for the first time as pontiff, Pope Francis went into St. Peter’s Basilica to pray and ...

Pope Francis' surprise visit to St. Peter's Basilica to pray and see ongoing restoration work is a clear sign that his ...

The pontiff’s participation in upcoming Easter ceremonies remains uncertain as he gradually returns to public activities.

A Vatican spokesman told journalists the pope had wanted to get some air and then decided to extend his time outside of his ...

new video loaded: Pope Makes Surprise Visit to St. Peter’s Basilica transcript “What’s your name?” “Hi, papa.” “Grazie.” Pope Francis made an unexpected visit to St. Peter’s ...