From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

The voting is highly choreographed and time-consuming to avoid any possibility of fraud or doubt about the results.

A cardinal (from the Latin "cardinalis" or principal) is a high dignitary of the Catholic Church chosen by the pope to assist ...

Pope Francis has chosen a simple tomb inside the St. Mary Major Basilica in Rome. His burial request avoids the chapel altar ...

Jeff Hood, a priest living in North Little Rock, has witnessed nine executions. As a spiritual adviser to men on death row, he befriended each of the prisoners. The executions haunt him. He has ...

What exactly is Divine Mercy? The word divine means “of God,” or “from God.” Mercy embodies “love’s response to suffering.” ...

Pope Francis's death at the age of 88 means the Catholic Church must choose a new leader. Here's how cardinals elect the next ...

Choosing the right altar cloth is a crucial aspect for any church or chapel. It is not just a decorative element, but a ...

Every Sunday, the Duke Chapel erupts with song and joy during Sunday morning services. While every member of the Chapel ...

The election of a new pope is both mysterious and theatrical. The spectacle draws huge crowds and global attention—and yet ...

The voting is highly choreographed and time-consuming to avoid any possibility of fraud or doubt about the results.