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

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

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 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.

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

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

Hundreds of cardinals attended mass inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican Sunday, to mark the end of a nine-day mourning ...

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.

His witness reminded the world that evangelization isn’t about winning arguments; it’s about winning souls. The Holy Father, the Vicar ... to God and drawing people nearer to Jesus Christ.

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

Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals, delivered this homily at the "Pro Eligendo Romano Pontifice" ...