Serious questions about the line of succession have risen after the health of Pope Francis has continued to decline and ...

Pope Francis was admitted to hospital last week and Catholic figures are discussing the possibility of him stepping down as ...

Pope Francis was admitted to hospital last week and Catholic figures are discussing the possibility of him stepping down as ...

Pope Francis was admitted to hospital last week and Catholic figures are discussing the possibility of him stepping down as ...

A Ballina born doctor who spent most of his life practicing in the United States is fondly remembered following his recent ...

A Ballina born doctor who spent most of his life practicing in the United States is fondly remembered following his recent passing at the age of 91 in Yarmouth, Massachusetts. The late Dr Sean Sheehan ...

Explore the fascinating history of how the papal conclave works, and learn about some of the cardinals who could succeed Pope ...

The beloved religious institution is now the Basilica of St. Edward, just as church officials begin to plan a centenary ...

Ron Root, head maintenance at St. Mary's Church, uses a snowblower to clear the entranceway in Alton, Illinois.

The Rev. John Raymond's request for a new trial was denied Thursday after being found guilty of child cruelty charges ...

The Archdiocese of Baltimore chooses Sister Patricia McCarron, longtime head of Notre Dame Preparatory School in Towson, as its next school superintendent.